With a rig of that age, I think I'd first look at all of the moving parts, especially all joints and pivot points, for solidified old grease or maybe dry and in need of new lubrication.
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2016 Minnie Winnie 27Q on a 2015 Ford E450 chassis. Retired U.S. Air Force. Lived in Anchorage, Alaska for 30+ years. Now Living in Deming, NM.