Bad Bushing in panhard bar?

[Gordinho80]

Has anyone had the bushings wear out on their panhard bar? I'm able to grab my panhard bar and shake it by hand, causing a noticeable rattle. Its even worse when driving and going over bumps with the rear wheels.

I'm guessing its time to replace the bar. OEM replacements start at $60... the adjustables I've seen start at $125. Who is running an adjustable? Is it worth it? I've got over 100k on my stock... so if I get another stock that last just as long, I'd be ok with it. I've not little to no misalignment of the rear axle with the lift... haven't really measured with the plumb bob, though.

Video of the rattle...

[Trail X]

Shim it with a thin fender washer.

[HARDTRAILZ]

I have had zero issues from my adjustale suicidedoors bar.

I do think shimming it may do what you want.

[Gordinho80]

So I just tried removing the bolt so I can put some shims in... going to need some PB blaster as the bolt only turned about 1/2 turn, even with impact gun. So I decided to tighten it back up. With the gun, it managed to tighten about 3/4 turn. There is no noticeable rattle when moving by hand now. Will keep an eye on it. I know the bushing is bad.

[Gordinho80]

Well, went for a ride and now the noise is totally different...

Inside the truck while driving. I was jerking the steering wheel left/right slightly.
www.gordinho80.com/TrailBlazer_Files/Pa ... riving.m4a

Outside, placed phone under rear of truck, grabbed the driver side roof rail and shook the truck.
www.gordinho80.com/TrailBlazer_Files/Pa ... Parked.m4a

[bgwolfpack]

Time to PB blast and take it apart. Something is well worn.

[Trail X]

You sure that's the panhard and not your end links?

[Gordinho80]

Could be the end links... I know they are shot to shit too. I'd test by disconnecting one of them, but I already had to hack off the front links. Having to hack off a rear link would get me swaybar-less front and rear. I'd rather have at least 1 bar hooked up.

EDIT: I just crawled under the truck. I put my hand on the panhard bar and kicked the frame... I felt the bar rattle consistent with the noise made. The issue is most definitely the panhard bar.

[MrSmithsTB]

I would get the adjustable. It might most a little more, but the poly bushing will last much longer. I also believe the have zerk fittings, allowing you to extend the life farther still..

[cbbryan]

This may be the same issue I have with a squeaky rattling type noise from the rear end. I will look into this soon and update.

[cbbryan]

What did you finally do to fix this?

[Gordinho80]

I haven't replaced the bar yet, but it is on the list. I plan on going with an adjustable when I do. Quick Note... Suicide Doors no longer makes the panhard bar for our platform.

[cbbryan]

You could try out the new massive one. I have to get the new quick discos first, but then I'll probably rock a purple one.

[Gordinho80]

No fundage available for the new guy's bar at the moment.

[djthumper]

I bet if you cloned your rear bumper you could have the fundage.

[Gordinho80]

Hahah... I'd strongly consider selling mine as is for the right price... Lol

[DirtyBacon04]

Hahah... I'd strongly consider selling mine as is for the right price... Lol

Well considering its "gently used" nature... I'd offer you $20.31 +tax. (i included a discount for myself, hope you dont mind)

[djthumper]

LOL, I hope you drew up your basic design so you can duplicate it then.

[Nakashige]

Mario what is the right price there

[cbbryan]

Not sure where to get a replacement part cause autozone says they don't sell rear suspension components for our platform. So I will likely go with the the purple massive upon fundage.