Slight chirping sound when going over bumps...

[demonte1997]

I know it's hard to diagnose sounds over the internet but wasn't sure if anyone had some suggestions for this.

 

I get an intermittent chirp sound when going over bumps or rough ground. Sounds like it is coming from the rear but not exactly sure. Wondering if there are typical spots to look at. Anything that should be cleaned or greased on the chassis points?

 

Again, I know it's tough to tell without being with the truck but figuring the higher miles on this one, a few of you might have areas I should look at so I can narrow this down.

 

Thanks in advance.

[white1500]

Exhaust hangers?

[patriot]

Could be a noisy spring. Bounce the bumper with it sitting still and see if you can hear it. Chasing birdies is a PITA.

[gmtech4]

block wheels ,remove driveshafts and check rotation of u-joints ,,,

 

they chirp when seizing but under different loads ,,,,,worth a 2 min inspection imo

 

7/16" 6 point socket ,,,,12 point sockets need to be banned from the shelves imo lol

 

no need to mark how they come off the truck ,,,they are already balanced ,,,,anyone that doesnt like that can &&^ me !!! lol

[demonte1997]

I appreciate the suggestions. Will give them a shot tomorrow. Thanks guys

[kstruckcountry]

I would check the spare too

[white1500]

+1 on the spare. mine squeaks over speed bumps and stuff.

[demonte1997]

Spare is gone. I yanked that a couple weeks ago to fix my Quadrasteer.

 

Also was thinking possibly the cab mounts. I replaced the cushions when I did the new nerf bars a few months ago and now that I think of it.. the sound appeared shortly after. I might need to retorque them with the gun.

 

Will post up later today with what I find.

 

Thanks again!

[demonte1997]

 

Pic of the truck. It's embarrassing having a truck this nice make sounds like that. lol

[chupe442]

 

 

 

 

12 point sockets need to be banned from the shelves imo lol

 

 

+1000000000 LOL! Why do they even make em?

[gmtech4]

+1000000000 LOL! Why do they even make em?

not sure ,,,,,to make cheap sockets sets for the under average home tinkerer lol

[8.1HD/ALLISON]

How bout 12 point head bolts?

 

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[chupe442]

How bout 12 point head bolts?

 

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SNAP ON guy has something BETTER than a 12 point socket for that stuff...

[patriot]

...and at a SNAP-ON price too!

 

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=47882

[demonte1997]

Torqued the ever loving hell out of the cab bolts tonight. They definitely turned a bit more so my old impact gun sucked at life...

 

Still getting the chirp sound. Ugh...

 

Will try the bounce trick to see if the sound is coming from springs. I already changed all the u-joints about 7 months ago so I'd like to think they aren't making the noise but you never know...