No more 4x4:(

[SouthBoston]

Well I went wheeling today and have discovered a problem. My driveshaft to the front axle will spin but it seems to not do anything when itmgets to the axle. Could it be an 'actuator'? I have no idea so I'm gonna need some help.

 

[92GMC]

Unscrew the actuator and have someone shift it to 4wd while you watch it. If It doesn't move it's bad.

 

[SouthBoston]

thanks for the help, and have a merry christmas!

 

[92GMC]

You too! Hope you get it workin too. It's easy to replace.

 

[firefighter_2319]

You too! Hope you get it workin too. It's easy to replace.

pretty much a screw off and screw on thing

 

[92GMC]

^ yep. I've changed a few over the years doing side work.

 

[ShadowRejects]

this is the front actuator. mine went out like 2 weeks ago and i replaced it. Cost 105$ but its worth it having 4wd.

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[AirmanSkee]

Yup mine was doing the same thing. If its cold outside it will also take longer to actuate, since these are "thermal linear" actuators. Hardest part on my truck was removing all my skidplates. other than that, its just a big wrench and a plug. Thats it.

 

[RHamill]

Ive got a whole front diff with 3:73s with the updated electronic actuator you can buy for 100 bucks!