2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission squeakey overload springs

[ramman]

My overload springs are squeaking so bad there embarrassing,I tried applying some Vaseline and silicone spray. Has anyone else had this problem and found a cure?

 

[Joe Pool]

Ramman,



On my '98 Quad Cab I had the same problem. Get some of the blue silicone wheel bearing grease for boat trailers. Jack the truck up by the frame to relieve the suspension and smear some of the grease on the spring to spring contact points. I did this to my '98 and it is still quiet as far as the rear springs.

Hope this helps.



Joe

 

[raf2000]

It might be your sway bar bushings. I just replaced my shocks & overloads with mini paks (T-Rex) and still have the little annoying squeek when I hop on the tailgate with my 240 lbs. Haven't had time to case it out yet.