New strange noise (step bar) * solved*

MARBLEYARD · Post by **MARBLEYARD** » Wed May 09, 2007 4:36 am

As with most undercarriage noises, this I do not believe is a heat shield. When I hit a bump in the road a horrible "rattle" comes from the back right of the truck, but it sounds like a heat shield. I messed with the shields next to my gas tank and it's not them. My exaust is attached at all points and my tow package is secure. I think it may be suspension related but I feel no problems. It's a long shot but does anyone have any suggestions?

Tony · Post by **Tony** » Wed May 09, 2007 10:12 am

How many miles on the truck?

MARBLEYARD · Post by **MARBLEYARD** » Wed May 09, 2007 10:52 am

74,000. I bought it new with 7 miles in 2003. I have already replaced the rear end in 2005 so I know it's not in there. (blew it out towing an 18 foot trailer with three hot tubs on it)

Post by **HenryJ** » Wed May 09, 2007 1:04 pm

Shocks?

E brake cables?

Bed mount?

Tony · Post by **Tony** » Wed May 09, 2007 8:34 pm

Shocks ever been replaced, if not I would replace them.

If you have sliding rear window open that and you might be able to narrow it down.

MARBLEYARD · Post by **MARBLEYARD** » Thu May 10, 2007 11:12 am

I really appreciate you guys suggesting things! I crawled under my truck (again) and hit my knee on my aftermarket side step and "rattle" it did. I feel like a fool but I found it!

Post by **HenryJ** » Thu May 10, 2007 12:52 pm

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Thu May 10, 2007 3:49 pm

Tony · Post by **Tony** » Thu May 10, 2007 6:58 pm

Good to hear.