New prop in today, runs like an absolute dream, smoothest she's ever been! Thanks again all.

Early symptoms were, judder when pulling away that gradually got worse, and a metal click when going from D to R or visa versa

Yeah fingers crossed this gets her back running nice and smooth again, appreciate your help.

Update: Ended up purchasing some ramps to get the van up onto. Had a good look underneath, it was indeed the rear prop. One of the universal joints had completely sheered away from the prop, new prop with uj's ordered from bongo spares, hopefully will arrive before the weekend and will get it all f...

Ok good shout I'll do that today and report back.

Just an update on this one, I noticed I'd put 2wd drive in the original post but its obviously a 4wd, apologies. :doh: I've checked a few things today, I've tried to move the prop shafts by had side to side when in neutral and there doesn't appear to be any play. Although in the pics you can see the...

oh wow ok, yeah I think i spotted that post when looking for similar symtoms. I've just checked the inside of the tyres, definitely no obvious damage or buldges. I've tried to snap a few pics from each end of the prop just to make sure i'm looking at the right area. Will pop these below to see if th...

Will Double check the tyres' I did give them a once over however will double check the insides that aren't as visible. Will double check the drive shaft as what you've explained there feels to match up with the aggressive nature of what I experienced :) is there anything in particular to look out fo...

Hi All, My first post here so apologies if i miss anything out. I've been on the forum for years but just reading an observing. I have a 1995, 2.5 Diesel Friendee 2WD. I've owned her for almost 3 years now, usually daily as a gardener but also weekends to carry the kayaks and fishing gear! She's bee...