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leaf springs squeek? how to fix?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by chasebrooks14, May 11, 2013.

  1. May 11, 2013 at 2:08 PM
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    chasebrooks14

    chasebrooks14 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    i went to the beach about a year ago and about a month after i got back, i noticed what seems to be my leaf springs squeeking under the slightest movement. anybody have any tips or solutions? i tried greasing them but no luck
     
  2. May 11, 2013 at 3:12 PM
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    Spray clean and grease the clamps that hold the leaves together. Most people just focus on between leaves but the claps rubbing on the sides of the leaves is the cause of half the squeaking leaves. Use spray white lithium grease and a lot of it. Dry lubes dont collect grime but don't work as well either.
     
  3. May 11, 2013 at 4:06 PM
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    chasebrooks14

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    Thanks man!
     
  4. May 11, 2013 at 4:18 PM
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    ntilehman

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    Jack the rear end up and spread the leafs apart to clean out anything that may be stuck in there. Get a used old bicycle tire tube and cut pieces to fit as a pad in between the leafs. This will take care of any squeaking coming from that part. Make sure your bushings and shackles aren't making the noise. They take some grease.
     

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