Got kind of a clunk/ hard squeak first thing in the morning when it gets really cold overnight. I can push down on the bed rail and can hear it coming from the rear, but can't tell exactly where. Question is, can shocks "seize up" if it's gets cold enough, or does this sound like a leaf spring issue. Or worst case scenario, differential problem? Anybody have this happen? Thanks guys

 

Shocks are stiffer in cold temps, my truck rides a lot stiffer with less absorption when it's really cold. Add off road tires and the ride suffers even more in the cold temps. I haven't noticed any clunks but the cold could be a contributing factor.

 

Will the leaf spring wear out over time to the point where they making creaking noises? I just cant see why the differential would all of a sudden be making noise when it's cold out, and I'm almost positive it's coming from the shock tubes. Just put em on about 10,000 miles ago, Monroe Reflexes. Anybody have any experience with these??

 

Shocks won't "freeze up", as they are filled with either a gas, or oil. However, if the shocks seals are cracked, this gas or oil may have leaked out, rendering the shock as basically useless.

 

Also, the clunk could be from the bolts not being tight enough on the shocks. I had that issue on my rear driver's side when I replaced mine.

 

I have the same thing it only does it once but I always figured it was ice between the springs breaking

 

lol....no but they get very stiff or slow to react to movement. When it hit s 35 below here and less the rubber tires get flat spots in them and don't smooth out for about 5 or 6 kms. The trannys don't like the cold much either I have found. Most everyone here runs synthetic diff, transfer case, engine and tranny oil...well if you want to be nice t moving parts anyway.

 

I have the same problem in the morning! Lol have no ****ing idea what it could be but it drives me nuts. I've had the truck for 6 years now and this is the first year it's done it. I think it has something to do with the weather though. This is the coldest winter jersey has seen in over 10 years so maybe it's ice on/in the shocks or leafs

 

I'm thinking it's more due to the truck being exposed to 6 years of salt and sand on the roads Jersey is using on the streets in the winter. Sooner or later, it takes its toll.

Man, I love living in Florida! My 2007 still looks new; the undersides are clean, no noises.

 

Sounds like dirty/rusty leaf springs.

We used to put grease in between the leaves to prevent the popping and squeaking. I dont remember the whole process but involved putting the truck up on jack stands and letting the suspension hang (Not supported).