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Creaky noises in Fox lift

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by IdahoOverland12!, Dec 23, 2021.

  1. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:09 AM
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    I'm a total Newbie when it comes to vehicle lifts. Just bought an 18 Tacoma with a Fox 2.5 inch lift and it's kinda ceaky sounding is this normal or is something wearing out Any care or maintainence tips for a lift?
     
  2. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:10 AM
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    Are you able to isolate which component is creaking? Can be soooooooo many things.
     
  3. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:16 AM
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    I've been trying but havent zeroed in on anything Was hoping it was a common problem someone would recognize Wasn't real sure if the lift needed routine maintenence
     
  4. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:33 AM
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    Do you know if it's at least coming from the front or rear? Leaf packs seem to creak pretty easily after a while.
     
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  5. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:37 AM
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    Buy and apply racing parts expect racing noises is what I go by. Probably normal. Try some PFE dry lube on the UCAs and leaf springs
     
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    this ^
    You want quiet, buy an S class Mercedes. It’s a lifted Truck, drive it as such.
     
  7. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:50 AM
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    If the noise gets, longer or louder, then be worried.
     
  8. Dec 23, 2021 at 11:53 AM
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    Stuff and things
    It’s worth trying to pinpoint which corner is making noises. Most the higher end shocks use uniballs on the lower mounts in the front and rear. As they wear it’s common for them to make noise.
     
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  9. Dec 23, 2021 at 12:12 PM
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    Things creak especially when you off-road. Don’t worry about the small things unless things start falling out
     
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    Definetly the rear I'll take a listen to leaf springs, pick up some dry lube, and make sure nothingis gonna fall of

    Thanks fellas
     
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    Please post a picture of the front suspension.
     
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  12. Dec 23, 2021 at 4:21 PM
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