Rear Window Squeak -- Finally Fixed!

[windowlicker]

I have had my Ty since August and one of the first things on my list for this truck was to fix the rear window squeak. I read all the old posts on this topic and tried everything: new window shocks/struts, GM's stop sqeak kit (hinges, striker, bolts, etc...), wheel bearing grease, vacuum line, lowering and tightening the latch assembly, I even removed the rear windshield wiper assembly just in case it had anything to do with the sqeak. All to no avail, in fact the sqeak progressively got worse with each attempt. My next step was to replace the rear window entirely to see if that would help.

However, about 4 weeks ago I replaced the fuel pump with a walboro (what a pain in the a#$ that job was) and in the process removed and reinstalled the rear bumper. Since I tightened those four bolts that hold the rear bumper insert to the frame my truck has not squeaked once! I just wanted to let everyone know my experience with this problem and was curious if anyone else had tried this.

 

[StangBuster]

Re: Rear Window Squeak -- Finally Fixed!

i have a 93s-10 blazer that does the same thing. I will be taking your advice and curing my daily headache...Thanks

 

[turbodog]

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Cool, thanks for sharing!

 

[Captain Morgan]

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i dont see what the rear bumper has to do with the rear window squeek, but alright.... :dunno:

 

[Loeryder]

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I've had my back bumper on and off a few times, even replaced it with a fiberglass bumper and mine still squeaks.

Haven't even tried the windows hinges and striker yet though.

So working backwards I'd recommend starting at the window hardware and working your way out to the unexpected solutions next.

 

[GM TURBO]

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A can of white lithium grease works better. Just becomes part of the daily/weekly/month maintenance.

 

[Don W.]

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Can the Ty, buy a Sy. Fixed!

 

[GM TURBO]

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But then you'd have to deal with goofy mirrors, faded cladding, cramped passenger compartment, cloth interior etc, etc, etc....

 

[Jer]

Re: Rear Window Squeak -- Finally Fixed!

But then you'd have to deal with goofy mirrors, faded cladding, cramped passenger compartment, cloth interior etc, etc, etc....

Non reclining seats, riding on the steering wheel, not being able to take three other people on a wild ride at once (possibly extending the life of your tranny but cutting your launches down) and the worst... being caught off guard by that fart you sunk into the cloth an hour earlier. :rotf:

 

[QUICK STORM]

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the squeak gives the truck character

 

[windowlicker]

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One thing I always hated about the sqeak was when I gave rides to people who had never been in one before and it was the first thing they noticed.

 

[Jersey 91/93]

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One thing I always hated about the sqeak was when I gave rides to people who had never been in one before and it was the first thing they noticed.

Then you weren't launching hard enough :rotf: .

 

[Merk]

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One thing I always hated about the sqeak was when I gave rides to people who had never been in one before and it was the first thing they noticed.

The problem is the hinge pins on the tailgate. But, whatever works for you is great

 

[Tommyquest]

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The problem is the hinge pins on the tailgate. But, whatever works for you is great

By chance have a part # for those? TIA

 

[Merk]

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By chance have a part # for those? TIA

No part number. Your goal is to eliminate the side to side motion of the gate itself. I used some stainless steel washers. Other possibilities could be rubber grommets, or anything sturdy enough.

I took the C-clip off each pin, removed the pin and placed a couple washers on each end. I repeat the process for both sides and until there was no more play in the gate.

You may need to make some slight adjustments to the striker for proper window fitment.

Total job cost me about $.50 (thats, 50 cents folks)

 

[windowlicker]

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"Then you weren't launching hard enough."

LOL, my squeak was bad though, it would squeak a little if I just put it in drive.