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Q8TH2
08-02-2005, 07:22 AM
I just instaleld a Fabtech 6" lift on my H2, need clarification on a problem: Im experiencing a thumb noise when i turn either direction. A sliding noise then a thumb, and accordingly, the rear end feels way too loose. Any ideas anyone ?
Q8TH2
08-02-2005, 07:22 AM
I just instaleld a Fabtech 6" lift on my H2, need clarification on a problem: Im experiencing a thumb noise when i turn either direction. A sliding noise then a thumb, and accordingly, the rear end feels way too loose. Any ideas anyone ?
JamesT
08-02-2005, 01:56 PM
I had the same issue on mine. When I took the bodies out of the cargo area, it stopped.
Q8TH2
08-03-2005, 06:16 AM
James, what bodies are you talking about... im unclear
Q8TH2
08-03-2005, 06:20 AM
Gotcha... good one, but the bodies in my H2 are tightly wrapped and tied down ! took a while but finally got there.
NoMoGMPG
08-03-2005, 12:26 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Q8TH2:
I just instaleld a Fabtech 6" lift on my H2, need clarification on a problem: Im experiencing a thumb noise when i turn either direction. A sliding noise then a thumb, and accordingly, the rear end feels way too loose. Any ideas anyone ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Usually when I hear a "thumb" noise, it is from a passing vehicle and is preceded by someone yelling "HEY!" then giving me the thumb. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Seriously though, I would check the panhard rod that connects the rear end to the frame. Check it for loosness and look closely at the bushings for damage.
Q8TH2
08-04-2005, 08:46 AM
Thanks ! Will keep you posted... and once the tires arrive, will post some pics....
I love Caffeine
08-05-2005, 01:16 PM
A loose rear end is sometimes indeed the panhard bar.

This bar keeps the rearend stable from side to side.

Reach under and see if there is any play.
PARAGON
08-05-2005, 03:10 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by I love Caffeine:
A loose rear end is something I am used to.

My bar moves in the rearend from side to side.

A reach around is also necessary if there is any play. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>FIXED