Front end squeaking

[fr0st m0nkey]

At a quick glance it seems like it's coming from where the upper control arms are bolted on but it's super loud and makes my ex sound like a hoopty. I just replaced all 4 strut assemblies and put on BTF upper control arms + spacers. Any ideas on what it might be? Should I just try spraying the joints of the UCA with some WD40?

 

[swshawaii]

First and easiest place to check are the sway bar frame bushings. Try spraying a light penetrant
where the sway bar contacts the bushings. May be easy as removal and greasing or replacement.

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=300402

 

[Number4]

First and easiest place to check are the sway bar frame bushings. Try spraying a light penetrant
where the sway bar contacts the bushings. May be easy as removal and greasing or replacement.

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=300402

I second this idea.

 

[fr0st m0nkey]

First and easiest place to check are the sway bar frame bushings. Try spraying a light penetrant
where the sway bar contacts the bushings. May be easy as removal and greasing or replacement.

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=300402

I'll give this a shot and report back. Thanks!

 

[mlovett]

It is most likely coming from the BTF control arms. Mine did the same thing. I called Brandon and he said that was normal especially if the bushings were not greased properly when putting them on. He also said the uni-ball is subject to squeak a little as well and recommended a powder style lubricant for them and typical grease will just attract dirt. Eventually mine stopped squeaking after they got broke in a little. Hope this helps you out some. If the control arms are fairly new that's is most likely your squeaking problem.

 

[fr0st m0nkey]

Just wanted to update this post to let everyone know that it was the BTF arms. I hit the bushings and the uni-ball with some silicon spray and the squeak is gone.