2014 T880

Discussion in 'Kenworth Forum' started by backupanddump, Jun 17, 2014.

  1. backupanddump

    backupanddump Bobtail Member

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    First off I'm fairly new in the trucking profession, been doing it for almost 2 years and mainly only pulled dump trailers with older model macks. However about a week a go the company I work for got 3 new KW T880's and i was lucky to get one. My only problem with the truck so far is a very annoying squeak that seems to be coming from the rubber pieces that the hood lays on. Ive tried grease on them but does anyone else have any suggestions?
     
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  3. WitchingHour

    WitchingHour Road Train Member

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    You can try adjusting the hood guides to where the hood won't rub on them.
     
  4. Lucar

    Lucar Road Train Member

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    I've read in this forum of putting clothing rags on the rubber contacts i,e: shop towels or red mechanic rags and the squeaking will go away
     
  5. Alberta-Mechanic

    Alberta-Mechanic Light Load Member

    At the top of the hood there are two pads left and right they can be adjusted as well
     
  6. Alberta-Mechanic

    Alberta-Mechanic Light Load Member

    Top of where hood sits by windshield
     
  7. notsonewb

    notsonewb Light Load Member

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    Liquid Silicone lubricant can't hurt , on any rubber seal door gasket ect it may not eliminate squeek but it will help the rubber from deteriorating and keep the rubber soft and pliable ,
     
  8. notsonewb

    notsonewb Light Load Member

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    PS any petrolium product and rubber are not a good combination
     
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