garykarenjones
08-16-2009, 11:20 AM
Helpful hints to eliminate squeaks in chassis. Alot of noise when I drive over speed bumps or any kind of bump.
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BanditDude 08-16-2009, 02:59 PM One of the most common problems is sway bar bushings (2 front and rear). A little white lithium grease in them will be a good place to start. :thumbsup: Lethal Tendencies 08-16-2009, 03:02 PM Mileage on your vette?Has it been lowered? BLU COLLAR Z 08-16-2009, 03:09 PM Mileage on your vette?Has it been lowered? Why do you ask if it has been lowered lethal? Lethal Tendencies 08-16-2009, 03:47 PM Why do you ask if it has been lowered lethal? Lowering your ride by compressing the leaf springs can cause squeaks and rattles it can also cause premature shock wear. BLU COLLAR Z 08-16-2009, 04:21 PM Lowering your ride by compressing the leaf springs can cause squeaks and rattles it can also cause premature shock wear. No issues here Lethal Tendencies 08-16-2009, 05:24 PM No issues here Thats good.I hear alot of owners end up switching to Bilstein sport shocks to eliminate squeaks and rattles BLU COLLAR Z 08-16-2009, 06:27 PM Thats good.I hear alot of owners end up switching to Bilstein sport shocks to eliminate squeaks and rattlesEveryone i know has there vette lowered and not an issue as far as squeaks and rattles .I think its mainly how and where its driven :burnout: Blackhorse Zo6 08-16-2009, 10:15 PM I learn this that a Z06 shocks has enough travel to lower the car and not worry about the shocks bottoming out .Maybe the one having a problem are not Z06s........... :patriot: BLU COLLAR Z 08-17-2009, 02:02 AM Replace the sway bar links and bushings. Also check the front leaf spring, might be cracking. Check the tie rod ends in the rear they might be loose if so replace them too. You will be good to go:thumbsup: vettelvr 08-17-2009, 01:31 PM Bushings buddy, if you can spend the $$ get a set of PFADT bushings! git-r-done 08-17-2009, 07:27 PM Bushings buddy, if you can spend the $$ get a set of PFADT bushings! I would love to have that set up! garykarenjones 08-20-2009, 07:16 AM I have about 70,000 miles and everything is still stock. Has not been lowered. mtndv8 08-20-2009, 07:52 AM Bushings buddy, if you can spend the $$ get a set of PFADT bushings! :iagree: http://www.pfadtracing.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/26_35/products_id/55 However, the C6 Z51 sways will cost you $150 or so... Or you can upgrade to C5 Z06 sways and use these... http://www.pfadtracing.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/23_29/products_id/48 I just called Pfadt and spoke with Robin. Unfortunately they don't carry a C5 OEM 'poly' bushing replacement. You can try here if you need OEM... http://www.gmpartshouse.com/c5partslist.html Try cleaning, lubing and checking/retorquing the fasteners on the sways... hth :thumbsup3: Aloha, :patriot: C5inSB 08-20-2009, 09:10 AM :iagree: http://www.pfadtracing.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/26_35/products_id/55 However, the C6 Z51 sways will cost you $150 or so... Or you can upgrade to C5 Z06 sways and use these... http://www.pfadtracing.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/23_29/products_id/48 I just called Pfadt and spoke with Robin. Unfortunately they don't carry a C5 OEM 'poly' bushing replacement. You can try here if you need OEM... http://www.gmpartshouse.com/c5partslist.html Try cleaning, lubing and checking/retorquing the fasteners on the sways... hth :thumbsup3: Aloha, :patriot: I bot the Z06 sways from gmpartsdirect.com - came with the aluminum "ends". When I replaced them, the old "ends" were in terrible shape. The boots were gone and the things rattled in my hand. A significant change in the ride. Feels solid and noise definitely reduced. Next to install are poly bushings from Zip. I think everyone sells the same ones. shawshank 08-20-2009, 12:51 PM One of these days I am going to do the PFADT set up! alittlebitmore 09-01-2009, 05:55 PM Helpful hints to eliminate squeaks in chassis. Alot of noise when I drive over speed bumps or any kind of bump. If all of the above fails try a tunnel reinforcement plate. It could be the answer???? alittlebitmore 09-01-2009, 05:58 PM Helpful hints to eliminate squeaks in chassis. Alot of noise when I drive over speed bumps or any kind of bump. If all else fails try installing a tunnel reinforcement plate - while your at it put the insulator in at the same time. deuceandddoll 09-02-2009, 03:57 AM Have the same issue with my 1999 C5 with over 75,000 miles. Daily driver...rain or shine. I bought some white lithium in a can and spray down the bushings every oil change. That took care of the problem. How much is the PDFT kit? It is a DIY? stingerkid 09-03-2009, 02:19 PM Getting my bushings done up soon , will let you know how it turns out!:thumbsup3: Corvettes of Dallas-PARTS 09-03-2009, 06:21 PM Well, they are fiber glass guys... I would look into the sway bar links and go from there. -Adam zplunder1 09-04-2009, 06:51 AM My buddy sprayed all of his bushings with lithium grease to quiet them up. | |
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