New to this, but have some VR4 issues

[Lachlan248]

Hi Guys,

I'm Lachlan, I have owned a 1997 Galant VR4 for 3 years now, and I have had problems after problems with it due to lack of care from its previous owner.
But a nasty sound has developed somewhere under the front seats. It sounds quite raspy, as if something has worn out.
Since I have owned it I have replaced the Diff, Clutch, Gearbox, and many other minor things.
If someone can shine some light on what this might be, that would be great!

Thanks

[Nick Mann]

Not much under the seat. Exhaust and transfer box are the closest, possibly propshaft.

[Lachlan248]

Is it quite a major to replace the transfer case?

[bradc]

It is a bit hard to say for certain what it is at the moment. Does it increase linearly with car speed?

[scott.mohekey]

If it IS the transfer case, its easier to change than a clutch or gearbox, as it has to come off to do either of them anyway.

[Lachlan248]

Yeah the noise does increase with speed. It almost feels like there is resistance in the drive, like it doesn't coast very well anymore. I don't know if it is just me though.

[nick2010]

Hello! welcome to the club.I think you should get your car checked by a good technician.he'll be able to guide you properly.