squeaking and knocking

[91x]

just today while i was driving, i noticed a slight knocking noise. it doesn't 'knock' all the time. only when i'm driving slowly or braking. i've also noticed a loud squeaking noise as i brake. are the two problems related? and if so, is it still safe to drive? (i wont be able to get it checked out until next week)

thanks in advance

 

[Rhett]

Check your radius arm bushings. They make those noises when they are worn out.

 

[91x]

thanks!

so it has nothing to do w/ the brakes, bearings or joints?

 

[Rhett]

The Radius Arm Bushings (RAB's) themselves don't have anything to do with the brakes, bearings or u-joints. I didn't say your noises couldn't be brakes or u-joints, I just said that MOST COMMONLY that sound is the radius arm bushings being worn out.

You might also look into lubing the slip yoke on your driveshaft. That can cause a nice little knock sometimes. But the squeaking is often RAB's.

 

[nascar_intimid]

Check your radius arm bushings. They make those noises when they are worn out.

doe they also clunk once in a while???
and why would my front left brake clunk a little bit every time I press the peddle (when moving)...almost feels like a bearing but there would be other tell tale signs...any ideas??

 

[91x]

i got the truck looked at today. turns out it was the u-joint. thankfully it wasnt too expensive to get fixed.