Can XRC squeak/rattle be fixed??
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Can XRC squeak/rattle be fixed??
Title pretty much explains it. I have a smittybilt xrc rear bumper with tire carrier that I installed about 4 months ago. It was silent until just recently and now its noisy as hell all the sudden. It rattles and/or squeaks constantly. I have already checked and everything is tight. Anyone figured out a way to MAKE IT STOP?
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I have the exact same problem... someone awhile back had mention putting washers next to the rubber gasket that locks the tire carrier in place, but I'm not sure what size. it got really bad the other day and found out the my license plate holder had come completely off and was just sitting on the bumper. both tabs broke and the two screws had backed out. Anyway, I love the bumper, but I may end up switching just to get rid of the rattle. hope someone else has more/better ideas
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I have the exact same problem... someone awhile back had mention putting washers next to the rubber gasket that locks the tire carrier in place, but I'm not sure what size. it got really bad the other day and found out the my license plate holder had come completely off and was just sitting on the bumper. both tabs broke and the two screws had backed out. Anyway, I love the bumper, but I may end up switching just to get rid of the rattle. hope someone else has more/better ideas
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I removed the bolt holding the handle on, removed the handle and the whole locking mechanism by sliding it out. Then greased it up, slid the pin back in replaced the handle and bolt..I hope it helps you as it did me.
I hope i described it well enough for you.
I hope i described it well enough for you.
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I think I know what your saying. I give that a shot. Thanks