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DIY: squeaky leaf fix

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by beachbumberry, Jun 15, 2010.

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  1. Oct 6, 2012 at 9:24 AM
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    I used thick rubber gas tank strap first and it worked for about 5-6 weeks then it was back to squeaking.

    my advice to everyone, get the bushings and be done with it.
     
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  2. Oct 17, 2012 at 4:42 PM
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    Just Installed my new leaf bushings that I picked up from the dealer last weekend.. Ahh... The sweet sound of silence :D

    Anybody that has the squeaky leafs.. pick these up. 30 bucks and ten minutes.. done.
     
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  3. Dec 7, 2012 at 12:17 PM
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    Shoot works like a charm. Glad I saved that last bicycle tube I popped. Good for two things. Making rubber bands and leaf silencers. Great write up!!!
     
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  4. Dec 7, 2012 at 3:27 PM
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  5. Dec 7, 2012 at 3:42 PM
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  6. Dec 9, 2012 at 3:27 PM
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    and when those wear through or start to squeak go ahead and get the bushings
     
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  7. Dec 13, 2012 at 7:10 PM
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    the tubes walk themselves out of the leaf pack. I pried apart the leafs and sprayed lithium grease on the isolation pads. NOW my squeek is gone. Keep I'm mind each side had 2 isolation pads; a total.of 4 pads must be treated with heavy weight grease.
     
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  8. Dec 18, 2012 at 9:38 AM
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    Mine has creaked since I had about 5,000 miles on it. I worked at the dealership when I bought it, so I figured it wasn't a big deal. Now it is six years later, and I am way out of warranty and it still annoys me! I am going to try the tube trick. It certainly seems cheaper than aftermarket springs.
     
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  9. Jan 11, 2013 at 1:52 PM
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    I never really paid attention until I read this thread. maybe I'll fix it now.
     
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  10. May 17, 2013 at 5:34 PM
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  11. May 17, 2013 at 10:49 PM
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    Since this got bumped, I'll do a quick update.

    I used some treadmill belt in my leafs about 7 months ago. One needs to be readjusted, but all others are holding firm and NO SQUEAKS.

    I definitely suggest people try this if they are squeaking.
     
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  12. May 23, 2013 at 8:26 AM
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    Stupid easy.

    Just a large flat head or a crow bar... anything to separate the leafs.. another flat head to pop out the old ones... and help slide the new ones in..

    Done.
     
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  13. Jun 7, 2013 at 5:52 AM
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    this is just pure curiosity but what mileage did everybody's tacoma's leafs start to squeak?
     
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  14. Jul 1, 2013 at 7:41 AM
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  16. Jul 3, 2013 at 7:23 PM
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  17. Jul 3, 2013 at 7:27 PM
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    :thumbsup: right on! Good to hear. Its definitely a great, simple fix.
     
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  18. Jul 3, 2013 at 7:41 PM
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    Yeah, my driver side leafs were a bitch to get far enough apart for the new pucks. Those old ones were a real pos though.
     
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  19. Jul 8, 2013 at 12:32 PM
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    This thread is great, mine are squeaking when I get in/out or step on the tailgate... off to order the space kit, thanks much!
     
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  20. Jul 13, 2013 at 5:28 PM
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    Thanks for the advice. Installed the kit today after putting up with the squawk for two years, trying WD40 and others. This was a 20 minute job. Front spacer is simple, back one needs a little finesse. You don't need to take off wheels - just jack from the hitch to relieve pressure. Your lug handle will work well for separating the springs. Kit was $31 from dealer. Don't bother with anything else.
     
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