Grinding/Clicking noise during hard acceleration or hard cornering

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I would check for a broken stud at the exhaust manifold at the head. I would also get the motor mounts inspected.
 
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I would check for a broken stud at the exhaust manifold at the head. I would also get the motor mounts inspected.

I just replaced with a Hummer H3 mount on driver side few months ago. I dont see the engine jumping but will do the motor mount tests. Regarding exhaust, you think the exhaust is moving? I'm glad you not even thinking axle or suspension.
 

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My next guess is the front axle or transfer case inspection. The exhaust is not moving but if the mount studs are broken where the manifold is bolted to head, the exhaust leaks out and causes noise. Is more noticeable when accelerate.
 
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Would bad axle or transfer case make that sound no matter when you accelerate? If so, maybe we can eliminate because it doesnt happen when truck is already moving at a descent speed.
 

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It always depends on the severity and source of the problem. It is an AWD after all.

When was the last time those fluids have been serviced?
 
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It always depends on the severity and source of the problem. It is an AWD after all.

When was the last time those fluids have been serviced?

Front diff? I'm thinking around 30-50k miles but the transfer case was done under 20k miles ago. I rarely ride in AWD or even Auto. I normally drive in 2WD and thats how i'm driving in the video.
 

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Drivers side axle. excessive play? broken/fractured cage allowing one of the ball bearings to migrate. You should be able to see some evidence of rubbing/movement on whatever component is making that noise. are you sure the trans mount is good? also the awd shaft to front diff? which is right under your seat, when it makes the sound can you feel it hit the chassis?
 

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I don't know, but I would think if something is rubbing when the weight trsnsfers, you'd think you would see some evidence. Have you given it a good lookover (under) with a jack lifting the front a little to duplicate the weight transfer?
 
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Drivers side axle. excessive play? broken/fractured cage allowing one of the ball bearings to migrate. You should be able to see some evidence of rubbing/movement on whatever component is making that noise. are you sure the trans mount is good? also the awd shaft to front diff? which is right under your seat, when it makes the sound can you feel it hit the chassis?

Yes I can feel it under me or in the feet area. I will check further and update you
 

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