Strange metalic rattling and squeeking noise from the rear
 

I have a strange noise coming from the rear of my 93 4runner. It sounds like two heavy metals scraping and rattling against one another. It began after I drove down and then back up a steep, rocky (100') embankment this weekend. I'm wondering if it is possible to dislodge something on the frame or axle while doing this. Any suggestions?

RE: Strange metalic rattling and squeeking noise from the rear
 

impossible to tell without looking. Heat Shields is possible for part of it.

RE: Strange metalic rattling and squeeking noise from the rear
 

My first suspect would be the exhaust system. Its not rigidly bolted down after all. Maybe you either bent a pipe or ripped a rubber hanger. The catalytic convertor would be the first exhaust component to check. Its heavy enough to begin with, and the heat shield they put on cats is pretty substantial.