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One bolt is missing back there. Does it have to be a certain weight to keep the right balance?
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The driveshaft is a balanced assembly. While one bolt won't cause a massive vibration, it will cause some vibration.
Driveshaft vibrations are fairly obvious. They may come and go at various speeds but can be felt through the entire car, not just the steering wheel. The dash and everything attached to it will vibrate, and there may be a squealing noise.
Under the car, try prying on the driveshaft with a pry bar or big screwdriver. If it shifts back and forth, the u-joints are bad. You can also visually inspect the u-joints and see if they are broken.
Driveshaft vibrations are fairly obvious. They may come and go at various speeds but can be felt through the entire car, not just the steering wheel. The dash and everything attached to it will vibrate, and there may be a squealing noise.
Under the car, try prying on the driveshaft with a pry bar or big screwdriver. If it shifts back and forth, the u-joints are bad. You can also visually inspect the u-joints and see if they are broken.
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