Rear Hatch Rattle / Knocking.

Just a little advice for you all - if you have an annoying rattle or knocking at the rear of your beast, then try either replacing the rubber stoppers either side of the boot, or try squirting some silicone sealant on them.

 

Just a thought from past rear end noises ! ( doesn't work so well on the girlfriend though ! )

thanks for that

i found banging it hard with a lump hammer works well or stick blu-tac on them

 

it was on blue peter

sticky back plastic, some old toilet rolls and bonnie the dog are also an option (and here's one I prepared earlier!)

Originally posted by MONKEYmark

it was on blue peter

 

so was a dead tortoise, now thats something u dont see everyday, but it wont fix yr boot rubbers

This is like Viz Top Tips, remember them?

 

 

e.g.

Don't buy expensive "ribbed" condoms, just buy an ordinary one and slip a handful of frozen peas inside it before you put it on.

I used sticky foam pads and some black electric tape

Originally posted by Paul -C-

I used sticky foam pads and some black electric tape

Instead of expensive ribbed condoms???

Originally posted by Jake

Instead of expensive ribbed condoms???

Gives the same "ribbed" feeling

 

It can be a problem if you lose some of the foam or tape though...

"Make bathtimes as much fun for kiddies as a visit to the seaside by

pouring a bucket of sand, a bag of salt and a dog turd into the bath."

Originally posted by Paul -C-

I used sticky foam pads and some black electric tape

 

same here - it got sorted.

This sounds like a Nova forum with mastic and foam pads. It'll be fluffy dice next.

 

Dont be such tight buggers, spalsh out for some new rubbers and change the little sods.

Originally posted by Terminator

Dont be such tight buggers, spalsh out for some new rubbers and change the little sods.

Pffft, it's easy for you rich buggers to say that but those boot rubbers are nearly SIX QUID you know!

 

I have the same problem, knockin noise commin from the right hand rear,i have 2 sticky pads on the rubbers both sides but still annoying noises are commin out,could my rear shocker need replacing?

Mastic must be at least £6, chewing gum is cheaper.

Originally posted by mad_supra_21

I have the same problem, knockin noise commin from the right hand rear,i have 2 sticky pads on the rubbers both sides but still annoying noises are commin out,could my rear shocker need replacing?

I had a very similar problem a few months ago. I couldn't decide if the problem was the shock or not so I took both the rear shocks off and swapped them over to see if the noise changed sides.

Strangely, the noise stopped straight away and hasn't returned. Might be worth a shot, it's an easy job and only takes about half an hour.

Originally posted by Terminator

Dont be such tight buggers, spalsh out for some new rubbers and change the little sods.

I only used the foam pads as a temporary fix. But 7 months on and they're still going strong

 

I've heard a lot of guys having the rattle return 6 months after fitting new rubbers, so I'm happy to stick with my foam pads

Suck the eyes from attacking zombies using a Black & Decker

"Dustbuster." The zombies will then wander aimlessly and can be

dispatched by the more usual methods at a more leisurely pace.

Originally posted by Paul -C-

I only used the foam pads as a temporary fix. But 7 months on and they're still going strong

 

I've heard a lot of guys having the rattle return 6 months after fitting new rubbers, so I'm happy to stick with my foam pads

 

i DID change the rubbers but decided on bit of overkill and so covered those up

anyone got the part number for these as my rattle is now driving me insane!!

 

cheers

 

ian

i recently bought 2 new rubber stoppers for mine and it cured the problem! the part number for the lower rubbers is PT67293-14051 and the part number for the new screws/bolts is PT90159-50116. the rubbers cost £2.88 + vat and the screws are 68p + vat from toyota.

cheers dude, managed to get the part no's the other day

 

just need to get to Mr T's now!

I recently done mine too. You probably only need the two bottom rubbers as the tops are un lightly to be a problem.

Word of caution, trying to get the two self tapping screws that hold each of the bottom rubbers, I managed to detroy two of the four screw heads. They are difficult to get a screw driver on properly as you have to access them at a slight angle.

So be carefull to get the right screwdriver bit to start with and put plenty of force on them to make sure you dont chew the heads off like I did.

The consequence is having to drill the screws out and retap the threads which is very time consuming.

Its amazing how the simplest of jobs can turn into a nightmare.

 

Carl

same happened to one of my screws. nightmare!! if you lift up the rubber boot surround slightly you can get a slighly better angle with your screwdriver.