Front axle broken. Still use 4wd?

RompRunner

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So i recently discovered that my front left axle or CV is bad/broken. it wiggles about an inch or two in any direction.

i have used the 4wd a couple of times without an issue so far.
i Know i need to get it fixed with my next paycheck. but until then, do you all suppose its safe to use my 4wd a couple more times through some local mud pits in my neighborhood?

P.S this IS my daily drier and my only vehicle (not counting my "supermoto")
so i don't want to risk breaking a part that would make my truck undrivable.

Thanks!




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I don't think I would. Just in case it vroke it could cause more damage to other parts.
 
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Nope, if it were I, I wouldn't risk it or you'll risk having to use to next 10 paychecks to fix maybe more issues that may arise. Good luck with the fix.
 

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i was hoping you guys wouldn't say that. haha

alright thanks for the input!
ill let you know what i decide to do. its just very temping to hit the mud by my house on the way home from a long day at work. :D
 

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You might get away with using it, but you are asking for more broken shit when it finally lets go. I'd fix it first if it were mine.
 

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Bad idea to continue to use it, but I'm sure you already know that by now. Trouble is that the axle is always turning and could fly apart at anytime breaking more shit. Get it fixed as soon as you can, but baby it until then. Good luck.
 

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i was hoping you guys wouldn't say that. haha

alright thanks for the input!
ill let you know what i decide to do. its just very temping to hit the mud by my house on the way home from a long day at work. :D

Those long days at work will feel a lot longer if your front suspension is all torn up. :uhoh:
 

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