I have a NBS crew cab 2wd that I love, but a squeek /rubbing sound has developed that is making me crazy. It started about a month afterI added a set of Westin step bars. I'm not sure if this is coincidence or not. I've had my son stand on them and jump around while I'm inside and can't duplicate it. It sounds like it's coming from under my left foot. I don't think it's from suspension because I only hear it on initial acceleration ( lasts about 4 or 5 seconds ) and I don't hear it going over RR tracks or on bumpy roads. Is anyone else having a problem with this? Does anyone know what the correct torque spec is for the body mount bolts? Westin gave me a number but I don't think the bolts were that tight when I broke them loose. I'mwondering if incorrect torque may be the cause. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

I also just installed a set up Westin step guide bars. Mine make that same noise. It didn't do it before that. Since i mounted myself, i know that i might not have them tight enough. They don't do it all the time. Mine just do it sometimes. I will try and tighten siome more.