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*Shane* · 06-12-2011, 07:04 PM

Got an issue that I've not run across before, the leaf springs on my '05 GMC have started "squeaking" as of late. Tried experimenting with a bit of white lithium grease on the spring mounts/shackles with very little luck. I've owned at least 5 trucks with leafs in the rear and this is the first time I've had this issue. I'm scratching my head.

advice? thoughts? suggestions?

Psycho71 · 06-12-2011, 08:35 PM

My 98 used to do that on the front and rear suspension components. I used a liberal amount of white lithium on all of the rubber stuff and it would take a few days to work into the parts, then it would last a month or so. I drive down a lot of white rock roads though, so it kinda comes with the territory.

**N2TRUX** · 06-12-2011, 10:05 PM

Are they stock bushing? You know the problems associated with urethane bushings, but I have not heard of this with stockers.

*Shane* · 06-12-2011, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Are they stock bushing? You know the problems associated with urethane bushings, but I have not heard of this with stockers.

they are stock on the front hanger and McGaughey's shackles in the rear - unsure what they put in their shackles ... but the weird part is the squeaking seems to be coming from BOTH ends.

**N2TRUX** · 06-13-2011, 11:25 AM

I'll bet the McGaughys are urethane. Sounds like your going to need some Polyurethane lube

06-12-2011, 07:04 PM	#1
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	"squeaky" leaf springs Got an issue that I've not run across before, the leaf springs on my '05 GMC have started "squeaking" as of late. Tried experimenting with a bit of white lithium grease on the spring mounts/shackles with very little luck. I've owned at least 5 trucks with leafs in the rear and this is the first time I've had this issue. I'm scratching my head. advice? thoughts? suggestions?

06-12-2011, 08:35 PM	#2
Psycho71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kaufman, Tx Posts: 827	Re: "squeaky" leaf springs My 98 used to do that on the front and rear suspension components. I used a liberal amount of white lithium on all of the rubber stuff and it would take a few days to work into the parts, then it would last a month or so. I drive down a lot of white rock roads though, so it kinda comes with the territory. __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. If a hammer doesn't fix it, you have an electrical problem! Slot Cars, 1:24 Scale, 100MPH@100,000RPM, fastest things on wheels!

06-12-2011, 10:05 PM	#3
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: "squeaky" leaf springs Are they stock bushing? You know the problems associated with urethane bushings, but I have not heard of this with stockers. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

06-13-2011, 11:25 AM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: "squeaky" leaf springs I'll bet the McGaughys are urethane. Sounds like your going to need some Polyurethane lube __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

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