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10/22/2012 9:36:00 PM EDT
Ok, I have a 2007 Chevy uplander van with  114K miles that I just purchased from a dealer to use as a light cargo van. I've had it for about 6 days now, and put just over 125 miles on her. Since then, I've noticed that when I'm taking off from a stop position, that the engine will race for a split second, and then the trany will engage rather abruptly. It feels like the front tires are spinning on ice, and then they catch and take off, that's the best way I can describe the problem. I also have a second problem where the rear end in quite noisy when going over bumps, like a slight clunking noise. could this be worn out rear shocks?

So what do you guys think I'm looking at as far as problems go. ( Please, no wise cracks ) And I will be calling the dealer tomorrow AM
10/22/2012 9:37:22 PM EDT
[#1]
Tranny is slipping.

shocks/ shock mounts.

ETA:  get a local, solid and reliable mechanic to diagnose and possibly repair.  Good Lord only knows how much a dealer might want for these repairs.  You might want to cut your loses ASAP in a worst case scenerio (new tranny/ rebuild).

You can try and drain and refill with new ATF on your own and see if that helps the slippage.
10/22/2012 9:37:38 PM EDT
[#2]
Your transmission is slipping.  Prepare your anus.
10/22/2012 9:39:34 PM EDT
[#3]
Check tranny fluid first, if not super low the tranny is slipping as mentioned.

Rear noise could be lots of things but I'd suspect maybe the spare tire is loose or a shock.
10/22/2012 9:43:15 PM EDT
[#4]
I've already inspected the spare tire, and it's pretty secure and tight. I'm soooo pissed right now. Hopefully the dealer will make good on this, since it was purchased from a very reputable dealership here in town.
10/22/2012 10:01:06 PM EDT
[#5]
You might want to try a tranny oil and filter change and I'd recommend putting some of the Castrol High Mileage fluid in it.  It has chemicals that condition the seals, etc. and might delay the need for more involved repair.  It's worth a try.