Need help identifying sloppy driveshaft/diff play!

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Truck82

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Alderton
First Name
Christopher
Truck Year
1982
Truck Model
c20
Engine Size
350
I have what seems to be excessive driveshaft play. What I mean is, when I put the truck into gear there is an audible clunk and a jolt. I took the rear tires off today to do the brakes and when I grab the drum and roll it back and forth there is a lot of play before the driveshaft moves a little. Is this normal?
When I put it in neutral and grab the driveshaft to turn it, there is play where the two driveshafts are put together (where the support is. This is a long bed)
This also happens in gear.
I don’t know a lot about the drive train and any help will be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
 

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