[W126 Coupe] Re: Test - Squeak

[dolans1 at verizon.net]

Perhaps the moly-lithium grease I used on my door straps and checks?

Mike.
> 
> From: "Eddie" <cyberdrakon at hotmail.com>
> Date: 2005/03/15 Tue AM 12:00:08 GMT
> To: "'Mercedes Coupes Mailing Lists'" <mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com>
> Subject: RE: [W126 Coupe] Re: Test - Squeak
> 
> Maybe I'm pointing out the obvious to you, but try some heavier grease?
> WD40 is good for cleaning, terrible for lubrication.
> 
> Eddie
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com [mailto:mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com]
> On Behalf Of Richard Hesek
> Sent: Monday, March 14, 2005 5:03 AM
> To: mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com
> Subject: [W126 Coupe] Re: Test - Squeak
> 
>   I knew there was a REAL test involved here.
>   I had that same problem with a 4 door and is turned out to be trailing
> arm bushings. I never replaced them but I isolated the culprit with WD-40
> sprayed on the pivot points. The squeak stopped but temporarily.
>   Another thing to look at is the subframe mount bushings. Left and right
> just forward of the wheels.
> Other than that, I'd be guessing.
> 
> Rick Hesek
> ================
> 
> > Now that we all have had so much fun with my test today, can
> anyone tell me why I have a very noticable "squeek" in the left rear when I
> rock the car. It almost sounds like the left rear spring or shock.
> Any ideas?
> 
> Regards,
> Mike.
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