In/out Play C8. 25 C-Clip

[Dzimm]

So I've discovered I have a clunk in the rear axle of my truck. It's is caused by about 1/16"-1/8" of in/out play of the axle shaft on both sides. From what I read, the c-clip axles will have some slop in them, up to 3/8" is supposedly OK. That seems like a lot to me and want some clarification on this. It would make sense to me that once the diff/gears are all installed properly, the play should be gone as they would push the shafts out. I just had the cover off and everything seemed tight and in good shape internally.

 

My question is, is this slight play truly normal or do I need to disassemble the diff and replace things?

[Dzimm]

Here is a picture for reference. Not the best but it's what I took when the cover was off.

 

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[Jeep Driver]

Yes, it's normal.

 

 

I don't know about 3/8...................little much.

[Dzimm]

Yes, it's normal.

 

 

I don't know about 3/8...................little much.

OK that makes me feel better.. And yeah, 3/8 seams crazy. I did find that my exhaust contacts the crossmember, which is the source of my vibes I was feeling. That actually led me to discover the axle movement. Guess I'll just drop the crossmember and use the BFH to massage the exhaust out of the way and call it fixed! Thanks!