Solved an annoying Sqeek, sharing for others

[TBONE21]

Good post. Squeaks and such will drive you crazy. Always good to see a post on stuff like this. Always appreciate it.

 

[AZEngineer]

I have National Springs from RPG. I will try some dry graphite spray between the leaves next.

 

[DieselD]

I have a similar noise that you describe. I traced it to that rubber block isolator that is on the driver side rear section of the frame. Its mounted on the top side of the frame between the frame and bed. The rubber will hit the frame over bumps causing a squeak. Might look into that on yours

 

[AZEngineer]

I have a similar noise that you describe. I traced it to that rubber block isolator that is on the driver side rear section of the frame. Its mounted on the top side of the frame between the frame and bed. The rubber will hit the frame over bumps causing a squeak. Might look into that on yours

Is that the cast iron block that is mounted in rubber bushings, I have called it a damper in the past?

 

[DieselD]

Is that the cast iron block that is mounted in rubber bushings, I have called it a damper in the past?

yep thats the one.

 

[Gus00SVTL]

If you have a tailgate step, check that. Mines always making noises!

 

[AZEngineer]

If you have a tailgate step, check that. Mines always making noises!

Do you mean the factory bumper? the plastic on the bumper where you step? thanks...joe

 

[Gus00SVTL]

Do you mean the factory bumper? the plastic on the bumper where you step? thanks...joe

No, the optional step in the tailgate. Mine always makes noises when going over bumps.

 

[Evanscott29]

I have the squeak too and can't find it for the life of me. I don't have a step so I know it's not that. Tried all the things mentioned above to no avail. I'll be listening in to what others say


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[AZEngineer]

There is another thread about rust where the bed sits above the frame rails as you look through the gap over the rear bumper. My bumper was adjusted a bit too high and rubbing a small seam on the bed. That looked like the source of my squeak but I adjusted today and no joy.

I received a can of CRC spray graphite lube yesterday. Today I will try to find a shop with a lift so I can spray between all the spring leaves.