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How to quiet rattling,squeeking tailgate? 200 1993

posted by  raidman on  Sun Jan 26 05:43 CST 2003
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I'm VERY proud of my 93 245,,dark green tan interior...wifemobile. BUT the tailgate squeeks like a flock of sparrows is following the car and it "clunks" on the right side whenever we go over a sharp bump.
What is the standard proceedure to adjust the rear tailgate?
Thanks,
el Raidman.








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    How to quiet rattling,squeeking tailgate? 200 1993

    posted by  Smitty on  Sun Jan 26 06:05 CST 2003
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    Unless you elect to play with the hinges, I've found that adjusting the center latch and striker plate to be the best way of snugging up the tailgate. You might also check the condition of the rubber seal around the 'gate; if memory serves me well you're in a warmer climate than I and heat deteriorates rubber faster then the New England climate (my '92 245 is still pretty snug). If the seal is in good shape, then spray some silicone on it periodically to help minimize squeaks.








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      How to quiet rattling,squeeking tailgate? 200 1993

      posted by  Jim Holst on  Sun Jan 26 09:13 CST 2003
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      I had the same problem with the tailgate on my '86 240. I adjusted the positions of the two rubber wedge-shaped bumpers on the lower inside edge of the tailgate.








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        How to quiet rattling,squeeking tailgate? 200 1993

        posted by  someone claiming to be Stephen on  Sun Jan 26 19:32 CST 2003 [RELATED]

        Just solved my constant squeaking tailgate. TWO INCHES OF FRESH HOCKEY TAPE OR ELECTRICAL TAPE AS A TEST ON THE LATCH. The hinges are flexing so adjusting was difficult, as my door favoured the right side of the body frame. After wrapping a cloth around a wooden stick I gently closed the door with the stick on the right side. Better and almost perfect. I am wondering how to reconstitute the rubber seal around the back door or gate.
        Stephen








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          How to quiet rattling,squeeking tailgate? 200 1993

          posted by  mheat on  Mon Jan 27 01:21 CST 2003
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          I once made perfect fitting door gaskets on an old Ford Bronco by laying a very generous bead of clear G.E. Silicone on the door. I put waxed paper on the other side. Slammed the door shut. Next day, perfect airtight gasket.

          Norbert







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