9960 MFWD, makes a clacking sound in reverse.

[FSteveP]

I have a 9960 MFWD. When in reverse it started making a clacking noise, doesn't make it going forward. I sounds like it is forward of the transmission, but I can't tell if it is the front axle or the drive shaft.
Any ideas where to start?

 

[woodman55]

I would jack up and support the front, then turn each front wheel and listen for strange noises. This should help you narrow it down.

 

[SDT]

I have a 9960 MFWD. When in reverse it started making a clacking noise, doesn't make it going forward. I sounds like it is forward of the transmission, but I can't tell if it is the front axle or the drive shaft.
Any ideas where to start?

Noise with FWA engaged, disengaged or both?

 

[FSteveP]

Noise with FWA engaged, disengaged or both?

Both

 

[BAP]

Check all the lug nuts for proper torque. Also, if you have 2 piece wheels check the bolts holding them together. Loose lug nuts or bolts holding the wheels together will cause noises like that.

 

[SDT]

Check all the lug nuts for proper torque. Also, if you have 2 piece wheels check the bolts holding them together. Loose lug nuts or bolts holding the wheels together will cause noises like that.

Bingo.