Squeeky Rack
Created by: Spitz
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Jul 31, 2023 07:07AM | Dan Moffet | |
Jul 27, 2023 10:17AM | Alex | |
Jul 26, 2023 01:03AM | TK | |
Jul 25, 2023 06:37PM | minibitz | |
Jul 25, 2023 05:16PM | 6464s | Edited: Jul 26, 2023 02:34AM |
Jul 25, 2023 02:43PM | Spitz |
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Originally Posted by minibitz
Can't think of anything rack specific that would cause that sort of noise.
The rack U bolts do have a think plastic isolator sleeve but can't see leaving these out would cause any difference once bots are secure.
As your model mini has a rubber mounted subframe I would suggest checking the rear mounts as these are in a similar position to rack, making any noise from them seem like it's from the rack. Also check the floor where mount bolts attach for cracks.
The rack U bolts do have a think plastic isolator sleeve but can't see leaving these out would cause any difference once bots are secure.
As your model mini has a rubber mounted subframe I would suggest checking the rear mounts as these are in a similar position to rack, making any noise from them seem like it's from the rack. Also check the floor where mount bolts attach for cracks.
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There's supposed to be a strip of plastic between the U-bolts and the rack - I didn't think it would make any difference and left it out...
...yup, it squeaked.
You can get the proper strips, or I improvised and used some Visqueen damp-proof plastic membrane (the stuff that goes under a concrete slab) as it's about the same thickness.
No squeak.
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Ball joints? Tie rod ends?
Jack it up and have a look
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Can't think of anything rack specific that would cause that sort of noise.
The rack U bolts do have a think plastic isolator sleeve but can't see leaving these out would cause any difference once bots are secure.
As your model mini has a rubber mounted subframe I would suggest checking the rear mounts as these are in a similar position to rack, making any noise from them seem like it's from the rack. Also check the floor where mount bolts attach for cracks.
The rack U bolts do have a think plastic isolator sleeve but can't see leaving these out would cause any difference once bots are secure.
As your model mini has a rubber mounted subframe I would suggest checking the rear mounts as these are in a similar position to rack, making any noise from them seem like it's from the rack. Also check the floor where mount bolts attach for cracks.
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Are you sure that the noise is coming from the rack? Perhaps jack the front end with both tires off the ground and turn the wheels left and right. maybe you can isolate the noise.
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About 10 years ago I replaced the rack in my 89
Ever since then I get quite a loud creeking...especially turning right.
Sounds like rack rubbing on body on the left side.
I have the u bolt nuts as tight as I dare tighten them.
What material is supposed to be between rack and body (ifanything)....or how else might I address this annoyance?
Ever since then I get quite a loud creeking...especially turning right.
Sounds like rack rubbing on body on the left side.
I have the u bolt nuts as tight as I dare tighten them.
What material is supposed to be between rack and body (ifanything)....or how else might I address this annoyance?
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