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Squeaky Dakars : Any advice from others with the Dakars ?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by OZ-T, May 10, 2011.

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  1. Mar 29, 2014 at 10:36 AM
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    Hmmmm. interesting.
     
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  2. Apr 1, 2014 at 2:13 PM
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    So, is this a super common issue with the Dakar springs?

    I like my stuff Quiet...
     
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  3. Apr 1, 2014 at 2:28 PM
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    Mine squeak a little, especially over bumps. I try to go slow and put my head half way out the window when going over speed bumps so I can make sure it's comming from the leaf pack. Sure enough that's what it is. I tried some white lightning lithium spray grease but didn't do much of anything. I need to go through this thread and figure out what works best.
     
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  4. Apr 1, 2014 at 2:30 PM
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    It's all in the OP
     
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  5. Apr 1, 2014 at 2:31 PM
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    Rust or grit , or both
     
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  6. Apr 5, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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    Update :

    Just checking in here to see how old this thread was because I'm about to replace my EPDM strips for the second time due to them wearing through , so looks like I'm getting approx a year and a half of service out of each set , not too shabby
     
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  7. Apr 6, 2014 at 8:19 PM
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  8. Apr 6, 2014 at 8:53 PM
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    I bought some at my local lumber yard , they sell it as pond liner by the foot
     
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  9. Apr 7, 2014 at 5:27 PM
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    That's actually perfect and cheaper than the stuff I found on Amazon. I paid like 16 bucks for a couple 6" squares of the stuff. The adhesive backing is nice too, helps keep it in place. 36" should last you quite a while.
     
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  10. Apr 7, 2014 at 6:16 PM
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    So I guess before I mount mine and they're nice and clean, I should go ahead and do the Oz EPDM mod?
     
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  11. Apr 8, 2014 at 10:29 AM
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    It's only 1/16" thick though.....Is that thick enough?
     
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  12. Apr 8, 2014 at 10:31 AM
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    That's what mine is
     
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    That's ass rape for rubber. Almost 2x what I can get it for. Honestly I can get .090 for nothing probably.
     
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    So how long is this fix lasting for everyone?
     
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    9 posts up


     
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    Gotcha. Sry....not sure how i missed that. I've been reading threads on multiple things and cramming like I was about to take an exam. lol
    I want to be prepared as much as possible prior to my install.
    Thanks for your help :)
     
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    No problem

    Good luck
     
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  18. Apr 21, 2014 at 8:53 AM
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    I did the preventative maintenance to my Dakar Leafs as recommended

    Thanks to geekhouse23, I was able to get the Pond Liner Strips a lot easier....Good looking out man, Much appreciated!!

    Thank you OZ-T for providing us with the fix to this issue & all the feedback.

    Dakars Redone.jpg
     
    Last edited: Apr 21, 2014
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  19. Apr 24, 2014 at 8:32 PM
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    Damn. Thanks oz. Did you put anything in there to hold it in place or just shear pressure from the leafs doing the job? Mine are squeaking like hell and makes my almost new truck sound worn out.
     
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