playing in the dirt has its consequences

[lalojamesliz]

i have (i guess i have to say it now) last years model and it sounds like my dads 69 mustang (metal rubing together) its not that loud but its their and im certain its the leaf springs. has anyone ever had this problem and how did you fix it. (its embarrasing!)

[tacoma man.]

maybe you just need to replace the bushings

[lalojamesliz]

i dont think its the bushings my truck was made 8-04

[Flash75]

I assume you still have stock springs? If the spare tire is in the under bed position remove it to rule out the spare being the cause of the noise. Examine the springs carefully for a broken leaf. If they are ok check that the spring to differential u-bolts are tight. If the u-bolts are tight. Get a helper to rock or bounce the rear of the truck to see if you can duplicate the noise. If you can duplicate the noise use a cheap mechanic's stethoscope and listen in the vicinity of the noise. The loudest area should be the source of the noise. You can try a silicone spray lubricant in the area where the noise isfound, it may help but probably will not last long. Don't use WD-40 because it's not really intended to be a lubricant and it attracts dirt with the oily film it leaves. If the noise is in the spring between the leafs make sure the pads at the end of each leaf are still in position. I hope this gives you some ideas about what to look for.

Clifton

[Shredhead]

Can You say Warranty

[lalojamesliz]

hey shredhead do yo think my warranty should fix this? i have the extended warranty

[Shredhead]

Dude take Your truck down to Toyota and let them take a look.

[lalojamesliz]

no need anymore.......when i washed it at a do it your-self coin place i spayed down the leaf springs and problem gone thanks anyways for the advise guys.