Rear end squeaking

[Scott_in_Kentucky]

Hey,

My 1999 Chevrolet Silverado started to squeak when going over small bumps a few weeks back. I can tell it was coming from the back. I can hear it with the windows down, but not when they are up. At times it would go away, but now it's all the time. I pushed on the rear bumper this morning and I can make it squeak. Thought maybe it was the tailgate being loose and making noises but it is not. Any ideas on where to start looking and if this is something a guy who doesn't know much on how to "fix it yourself" can tackle? Really don't have the cash to take it in to get fixed and don't know if it is even something serious or just more of a nuisance. Thanks in advance.

I am new to here, and I did post an introduction to the forum earlier this morning.

[Jeep_Comanche17]

my dads 2008 duramax 2500 HD started doing the same thing, its the rubber bushings that connect the rear leafs to the shackles. i used a rubber treatment spray on it and it was quiet for a few months but it came back, i have concluded the bushings are worn out and need replacement. as for diy on replacement, highly unlikely. you need a vehicle lift so you can put two stands under the axle so it dosent fall when you take the springs off. also check the shackles for rust, might as well check while you have the leafs off.

[Scott_in_Kentucky]

Perfect. Thank you. I will let you know what comes of it.

my dads 2008 duramax 2500 HD started doing the same thing, its the rubber bushings that connect the rear leafs to the shackles. i used a rubber treatment spray on it and it was quiet for a few months but it came back, i have concluded the bushings are worn out and need replacement. as for diy on replacement, highly unlikely. you need a vehicle lift so you can put two stands under the axle so it dosent fall when you take the springs off. also check the shackles for rust, might as well check while you have the leafs off.

Now, until I can get to this, how serious of an issue is it as far as me driving it around goes. It's my daily driver.

[Jeep_Comanche17]

Perfect. Thank you. I will let you know what comes of it.

 

Now, until I can get to this, how serious of an issue is it as far as me driving it around goes. It's my daily driver.

As far as driving, my dad still drives his daily, makes squeaking but does not affect driving, still pulls our 35ft fifth wheel camper no problem. actually the bushings might not be worn out but just dry and old. the longer you hold off the more they will dry/ wear out and like brake pads, it will end up metal on metal, which could cause damage and require replacement of the leafs as well. depending on how long the have been wearing out, you have from a month to a year before it can get serious. if you cant have them done right away spray some rubber treatment on them (no WD-40 or other metal lubricants as this can further damage the rubber.) as with anything that needs replacing, the sooner the better, but these wont just quit and leave u on the side of the road.

[Scott_in_Kentucky]

Ok, so since money is tight I tried something else. I used marine grease and greased it up. I let it sit all day while I worked yesterday and on the drive home and on the drive in to work today, the squeaking is 100% gone. I know it isn't a long term fix but it works for now. Thanks.

[Jeep_Comanche17]

Ok, so since money is tight I tried something else. I used marine grease and greased it up. I let it sit all day while I worked yesterday and on the drive home and on the drive in to work today, the squeaking is 100% gone. I know it isn't a long term fix but it works for now. Thanks.

ok good im glad that worked. best of luck when you go to have it fixed