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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 09:53 AM
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squeak over bumps

another 2nd gen squeak question, I have an OME suspension coupled with a downey HD coil setup.
I am getting squeaks when I go over bumps. I cannot localize it (which side it's coming from), when I get out and push down on the vehicle I cannot reproduce this, only when I am driving. I have lubricated all chassis points but now am interested in lubricating coils/shocks, is this even done?
where are the lubrication points for the suspension if applicable

sdori ball joint spacers
sonoran steel IFS truss (awesome)
OME front and rear
Downey HD coils

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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 09:55 AM
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forgive my ignorance, I don't know much about your suspension parts, but here is my $.02.

I had a squeek similar from the rear of the truck, ended up being the rubber bushings in my leaf springs. Try lifting UP on the back and see if it does it. I replace them with Polyeurethane bushings and problem solved. (My old '92 pickup).
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 03:21 PM
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Same deal here. Had very annoying rattle when hitting bumps and thought it was the tailgate. Ended up being the rear leaf spring bushings. Replaced with polyurethane and no more noise.
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 03:34 PM
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check the bushings on your swaybar where it attaches to the frame.
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 03:51 PM
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Some types of poly bushings come greasable. This is to reduce squeaks. My poly bushings in the rear actualy make more noise than stock. Was a progr. thing, not when new.

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Old Feb 8, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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Another thing to consider, if it squeaks when you hit a bump, and have the wheel turned all the way to lock, its the bump stops for the steering.
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