That's it, you hit right on it. Some suspensions squeak in cold weather and some squeak in hot weather. Even with all new suspension parts I still had squeaks. Stan Wilder www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kevin Gilbert" <kggilbert@MYACTV.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, August 02, 2004 10:14 PM Subject: Squeaks, etc.
> Listees, > I have a couple of issues to resolve with my '84 Westy, and would like some > input. > 1. The front end squeaks and groans loudly, usually on hot days. The problem > is not as noticeable in cool weather. Bushings, ball joints, or some other > mysterious suspension part? I replaced the shocks about three years ago. > 2. I mangled the (once-)flexible copper circuit in the dash last year. > Night-time driving is more of an adventure now. > Thanks for your advice. > Kevin > '84 Westfalia > '88 Saab 900 (anybody want it?) |
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