Metalcloak Thread
06-09-2014, 03:49 AM
#1421
Other things to check...
Check rear track bar bolt to see if it's hitting coil.
What if any C-Gussets? I have a combination of EVO and RK. My coils touch the gusset but they go not make noise.
Check each coil for wear. If they are hitting something it won't take ling to wear through the coating/paint that they are covered in. (smoking gun)
If any of this has been previously mentioned I apologize for the redundancy.
Check rear track bar bolt to see if it's hitting coil.
What if any C-Gussets? I have a combination of EVO and RK. My coils touch the gusset but they go not make noise.
Check each coil for wear. If they are hitting something it won't take ling to wear through the coating/paint that they are covered in. (smoking gun)
If any of this has been previously mentioned I apologize for the redundancy.
No marks from contact anywhere on any coils.
Rear trac bar is plenty far from the rear coils and no signs of contact.
No gussets yet either.
I'm baffled...lol
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06-09-2014, 06:50 AM
#1422
Shocks are Skyjacker M95's. I grabbed those and manhandled them'and'no discernable noise from them either.
Man I wish it was something simple. ..really don't feel like ripping coils out again
What's concerning me about the coils also is the fact they both bow slightly laterally?
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Man I wish it was something simple. ..really don't feel like ripping coils out again
What's concerning me about the coils also is the fact they both bow slightly laterally?
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Last edited by JayswranglerX; 06-09-2014 at 06:52 AM.
06-09-2014, 07:07 AM
#1423
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Shocks are Skyjacker M95's. I grabbed those and manhandled them'and'no discernable noise from them either. Man I wish it was something simple. ..really don't feel like ripping coils out again What's concerning me about the coils also is the fact they both bow slightly laterally? Sent from my LG-LS980 using JK-Forum
06-09-2014, 08:01 AM
#1424
Got on the horn with Will @ MC and shot some pics over to see if we can get to the bottom of this.
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06-10-2014, 06:19 AM
#1425
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Squeaking Noise Update (haven't read this thread for a while)
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
Last edited by BigMike; 06-10-2014 at 06:23 AM.
06-10-2014, 11:55 AM
#1426
Squeaking Noise Update (haven't read this thread for a while)
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
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06-10-2014, 11:57 AM
#1427
Update for my issues of clanking springs...
Been exchanging emails with Will @ MC and over the course of a day of trying out suggestions he gave me to no evail, he us sending me a new set of front coils.
Just wanted to give a big shout out to Will and MC for amazing customer service. They've earned a loyal customer for sure.
I'll report back after they are received and installed. ..
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Been exchanging emails with Will @ MC and over the course of a day of trying out suggestions he gave me to no evail, he us sending me a new set of front coils.
Just wanted to give a big shout out to Will and MC for amazing customer service. They've earned a loyal customer for sure.
I'll report back after they are received and installed. ..
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06-10-2014, 12:12 PM
#1428
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Squeaking Noise Update (haven't read this thread for a while)
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
06-10-2014, 01:32 PM
#1429
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Squeaking Noise Update (haven't read this thread for a while)
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
I finally got my lazy ass under my JK last weekend and found the problem. The front driver's side spring was rubbing the frame. I measured to see if the axle was centered and it was about 1/2" too far to the passenger side (it was 100% correct when I installed the list but haven't check it since). I readjusted the trackbar and the spring had enough clearance. But I did notice the spring bowed a little to the inside. So I jacked up the driver's side and turned the spring 180*. I remeasured and the axle is center within 1/8". Torqued the trackbar down to 125 lb-ft, adjusted the drag link to center the steering, and no more squeaky suspension.
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06-10-2014, 02:51 PM
#1430
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