Jump to content
The mkiv Supra Owners Club

Creaking rear end...


cheekymonkey
 Share

Recommended Posts

Hi All

 

I feel like I'm over-using this forum but it's such a great resource... with time I'll be able to help with newbie ish questions as well.

 

I get a creaking from the rear of the car when going over speed bumps etc. More obvious when there's a back seat / boot full of camping gear!

 

It's seems to be even - not coming from any particular side. Can anyone suggest the most likely cause of this and a possible resolution?

 

Cheers!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Most likely boost rubbers - common fault.

 

Easy way to check - get a new set and fit them :)

 

Right. I have the part number from a search but now need to know if this is the sort of thing I'd get from a main dealer, or from a nice person on here?

 

Also - if I order one off 67293-14051 would I get 1 set, or 1 rubber only?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Boot rubbers, I agree

 

Mine did this, I kept spraying halfords spray grease on them and it went away, its now seemingly absorbed a load and I dont need to do it anymore. Good to know before you try and buy and fit new ones.

 

Cool. Might try that. If in doubt, apply Lard. :D

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I replaced mine last year and the noise went. Apparently they are cheap from Mr T (its a first). You only need to replace the lower ones, which are a bstard to undo. Be careful not to loose patience like i did with the screws and end up having to hacksaw them off.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Be careful not to loose patience like i did with the screws and end up having to hacksaw them off.

 

Like he said, they can be a bit*ch to get off. It helps to WD40 the screws from the top and from behind a few days before.

If you can't undo the screws you can hack/pull the rubber off the backing plate and get mole grips on the heads and a bit of heat behind with one of those micro blow torches & spray with WD40 (not while heating or else :bang: ). Comes out nice and easy :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Hi All

 

I had a look at this last night. I think the boot rubbers have already been replaced, since there was a small bag with an old one in it supplied with the car.

 

Also - I had the boot open, and manually rocked the back end up and down, and got a little bit of the same noise.

 

So I guess it's either shocks or suspension, any ideas anyone?

 

Thanks!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

if its not the rubbers (i would still replace them for peace of mind and to rule them out as a problem) it could be the sub frame bolts need to be re-torqued, do you have after market suspension or top mounts?

 

I may try and go over a speed bump later with the boot open to rule that out *grin*

 

AFAIK I don't have any aftermarket suspension bits. I will probably find an expert for that sort of thing, engines I am fine with but structural things scare me.

 

Do you think any competent garage would be OK with this sort of thing?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Restore formatting

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

 Share

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue. You might also be interested in our Guidelines, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.