New squeak(?)

[MacGyver]

So I put about 500 miles on the dodge over the weekend and I've got a new squeak coming from the Left front suspension. I can hear it creak and squeak while driving and also when exiting the vehicle. Bouncing the front end by stepping on the bumper yeilds the same effect. So what's going on here? What is it that needs replacement? I am frequently assessing/maintaining all the lube points so I doubt any are void of grease. Just sounds like the ol' girl has got some aching knees.

[Norm's Coupe]

If it does it when the car is sitting still, the easiest way to find it is. Have someone bounce the car up and down while you are under it. That way you should be able to locate what's squeaking.

[Andydodge]

Have you got the rubber/plastic spring pads that the coil springs actually sit/mount into?................andyd

[greg g]

I have the same squeek. Sometimes a grease job will eliminate it sometimes not. There is something to be said about the spring pockets. Take a look at the sway bar bushings also. Sometimes a squirt of silicone helps mine.

I do notice that when driving in the rain that the squeek is gone. So maybe the spring deal is the thing.

[Young Ed]

In 1951 my Grandpa bought an almost brand new 1951 dodge from a coworker who couldn't get rid of a squeak. Grandpa took it to sears and had all 4 shocks replaced and it was cured. So perhaps your shock bushings on that side are the cause.

[MacGyver]

Thanks for your thoughts. I'll have to get under there and take a listen. Maybe my girlfriend will be willing to wiggle the car a little for me... I'll just have to make sure I'm in good standing with her that day.

I did note that the squeaking started after a full day of driving in the rain. All my zerk fittings have been attended to so maybe I'll take greg g's suggestion and hose everything down with a bit of silicone grease.

At last check my spring pads were intact but I'll be sure to take a close look at that as well.

Thanks.