Need some ideas...Fellow stangnetter's

mr_woodster · Aug 6, 2004

Well as i get my car closer to a peacful daily driver, i need some idea's on how to quiet down the hatch. When going over bumps and turns etc the hatch bounces around, moves side to side and rattles. Riding in other cars without a hatch, its sooo much quieter inside. So what can i do to secure this thing better? Why do you guys do when u put subs in? id think that could be a start

MyCARneedsHelp · Aug 6, 2004

i would check the weather striping and striker maybe

Asha'man · Aug 6, 2004

Striker for sure, and adjust those little rubber knobs on each side so there's not so much clearance. And get subframe connectors....less body flex means less flex in that hatch area.

Ash

freakintiger · Aug 6, 2004

Here's a way out idea(from fantasy land):

Sounds from a harp and everything begins to undulate as we tune into the land of dreams...

How 'bout a fiberglass hatch and lexan rear window! Seems to this dreamer that a lighter hatch is a quieter hatch! Ooooh, imagine the weight savings!

...boy that model puddy sure packs a wallop, no wonder it says "VAPOR HARMFUL!", WOOHOO!(just kidding!)

I SEE DANCING BANANAS DO YOU?

Red_LX · Aug 6, 2004

my hatch has always rattled around and made a bunch of noise, never could get it right....

Bearded Forever · Aug 6, 2004

Mine stopped moving so much when I replaced the hatch supports.

kiddiccarus · Aug 6, 2004

I went and bought new hatch struts and adjusted the striker and now mine is noiseless. Too bad I cant get the "air bag" to shut up while I drive.

bhuff30 · Aug 6, 2004

yeah, just adjust the striker so it is a tighter fit.

mr_woodster · Aug 7, 2004

well i adjusted the striker down so it sets lower on the car, it seems to be firmer. Alot less side to side play. I think after some new (not so smashed) weather stripping, lift shocks, and some subframs (as suggested) it will be alot better. Thanks for the idea's guys!

Dr_EluSivE · Aug 7, 2004

Asha'man said:
... And get subframe connectors....less body flex means less flex in that hatch area.

Ash

Ditto, Subframes made my hatch stop rattling during normal driving. If i am on a bumpy road or going over tracks or something it still rattles a little, but buzzing around town its nice and quiet.

Dr.

Dan P. · Aug 7, 2004

Dr_EluSivE said:
Ditto, Subframes made my hatch stop rattling during normal driving. If i am on a bumpy road or going over tracks or something it still rattles a little, but buzzing around town its nice and quiet.

Dr.

Told ya you would like them I love my subs, they took a lot of the noises out of my stang. I say your next mod should be subs

mr_woodster · Aug 8, 2004

Any Subframe's you guys suggest going with? I've seen Full length, partial, bolt,weld in etc. Something cheap and easy to install would be awesome...suggestions?

bhuff30 · Aug 8, 2004

they really need to be welded in, and should be done by a shop unless you are quite comfortable with a welder. Bolt in connectors just losen up after a little while.

Dr_EluSivE · Aug 8, 2004

bhuff30 said:
they really need to be welded in, and should be done by a shop unless you are quite comfortable with a welder. Bolt in connectors just losen up after a little while.

Agreed, and personally i dont think you need to spend a whole lot to feel the effect either. I spent less then 200 for the subs and installation and they made a very noticable difference.

Dr.

140cilx · Aug 9, 2004

This ebay vendor sold subframe connectors for $25 on ebay for foxbodies. He has a high rating. These were nearly identical to the Kenny Browns on my LX, and I put them on my SVO. Very nice. He doesn't have any fox stuff up right now, but you can keep a watch on him. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=42609&item=7915108839

Cbam · Aug 9, 2004

The fix for a sqeaky hatch is to spray the rubber weatherstripping with silicone spray lube. Repeat about every 6 months. It doesn't stop the hatch from moving around, but at least you won't hear it.

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