from google
"A "clunk" in the rear when putting in gear can be a few things. First would be the front differential mount bushing. It is a rubber/steel mount that holds the front of the diff. to the chassis.
When the rubber deteriorates, it allows the diff. to flip up/down, as you put it in gear, or even sometimes when you first take off, or slow down(on-off the gas quickly). They are replacable fairly easily.
Second, you could have u-joints in the driveshaft, or either/both of the half shafts worn/damaged, that could cause a clunk noise. (There is also a possibility of the half shaft flanges being loose on the stub shafts. This is not a common issue, and doubtfull that it is your noise...just info for you.)
Finally, you could have wear in the ring/pinion gears in the differential. This usually manifests itself as a growling, or whine noise while driving, but can also make a clunking noise, depending on what may actually be worn."
I think if you could put it on a lift or jack stands and rotate the wheels to see if you hear exactly where the sound is coming from before having the shop tear into rear pumpkin
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