Jeep Jk Squeaks, Gas or Hydraulic Shocks, Chevy TBI Toyota Engine Troubles ... - Four Wheeler Network
JK Squeaks Revisited. I just read the Nuts & Bolts email from Scott D. called “Squeaky JK” [May ’14]. He mentioned that his JK has an AEV lift and tire carrier. I have the same setup on my 2013 JK Rubicon unlimited. The persistent squeak that was also driving me nuts turned out to be the saddle block on the tire carrier. Two fixes: Adjust the turn buckle to ensure a tight fit (read the installation instructions for proper tension), and keep it clean and dust free. The block is a hard rubber or some other pliable material (not sure which), and I clean it with VinylX. After making two or three adjustments and keeping it clean, the squeak is gone. Not all squeaks that happen on bumps and rough roads come from the suspension. Hopefully this helps out a fellow JK owner chasing the same squeaks. First off, let me say I've been a subscriber with you guys when you were Petersen's Pickup, Van and 4Wheel Drive and Bill Sanders was your editor. I know that my truck's 5. 7L is rated at 190 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque, so anything would be additional power. Looking at the GM performance catalog, I guess this series of trucks are bastards (1987-1995). I would like to get 250 to 300 hp and 350 to 400 lb-ft of torque. My three main priorities are reliability, reliability, and mileage. Source: www.fourwheeler.com
