Squeaking suspension
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Squeaking suspension
I have squeaking suspension on all four wheels when they move up or down, especially on the left rear, where I tried to locate the cause. I came down to probably the sway bar bushings or the shock absorber. I have rubber bushings installed everywhere. Before I dig any deeper just want to ask if anybody had the same experience or some hints.
Drifting
Joined: May 2006
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From: Circleville Ohio
Vader Vette
Yep been there done that you say all four Corners squeek .Shocks on all four sides spray(You know the shinny rod )with SILICONE SPRAY IF THE SQUEAK GOES AWAY. you found your source I HAD TO CHANGE THE (ONE SHOCK that SQUEEKED ON ME )I got tired of spraying it.
Team Owner
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From: Crossville TN
Yep. You can spray the shock piston rods one-at-a-time to see which shock is bad. Or you can just spray them all...and if the squeaking goes away, replace the shocks. If you just change the one [presently] noisy shock, next week it will be another one.....etc., etc. Basically, the seals on the piston rod or getting dry....they won't get any better.
Racer
Joined: May 2005
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From: Dirty Jerzey
Rear suspension in my '75 was very squeaky, and loud too. It was embarrassing to drive into car shows and such when I had to go over speed bumps. I recently replaced the stock leaf spring with a mono spring, and the squeaking is almost completely gone. I'll get the occasional squeak, but most of it was from the spring.
