Squeeking

Ratpackr · 07-10-2010, 06:40 PM

My 2000 Ford Ranger had a Bad Squeak in the front end.

I replaced the torsion bar bushings (they were worn) , Helped some but there's still Squeaking in the front end ..

'A' Frame bushings ,perhaps??

Thanks.....

RollinWOT · 09-02-2010, 07:55 PM

could be body mounts, too. i might also check the wheels bearings and belt tensioner, which i had to replace because as they age, the tension wears out. but as far as the actual squeak goes, try body mounts and bushings, belt tensioner (the belts might also be worn too, so use belt dressing on them until you can replace them), A-frame bushings, frame rivets, and other misc. bushings, mounts, and rivets/bolts. hope this helps!
-RollinWOT

Poppy · 09-03-2010, 05:15 AM

I recall my dad usuing brake fluid on squeeking rubber components. He'd use a squirt can oiler. There may be better lubricants, just a thought.

RollinWOT · 09-03-2010, 06:58 AM

brake fluid only stops squaking in rubber because it causes the rubber to swell and fill empty space so it doesnt have gaps to rub against and cause squeaking. I would suggest something else that doesnt cause the rubber damage like probably white lithium grease or a small shot of wheel bearing grease. noy trying to one-up you poppy, just giving advice

Jonzo77 · 09-03-2010, 02:47 PM

that and brake fluid will eat away at metal, paint, and dissolve rubber over time.
did you replace them with rubber or urethane? urethane will squeak longer until it finally breaks in...

Boghog · 09-03-2010, 05:12 PM

Another part to look at is the ball joints.If i'm not mistaken,they are permenently sealed (no grease fittings).As the grease dries up,the camber movement of the front hub causes the ball and socket of the joint to squeek.Do a quick run to the parts store or local hardware store and pick up a needle style grease fitting.You can pierce the boot and inject new grease into the boot and it should work it's way into the joint in a matter of a few miles.As far as lubricating neoprene bushing,Dow Corning 111 is about the best you can use.It's thick,heavy and doesn't wash off easily.

p/s don't worry about about piercing the boot and grease leaking out,the hole is tiny.

loup0204 · 09-05-2010, 07:17 AM

Recently i had a similar problem, it was the belt tensioner, the dealer said that i must to change all the tensioner but after a check, i change only the bearinf it is a 6203 zz. I pay $3.45 instead of approx. $90.00...Time to change bearing=30 min.