Noises after installing 3.5 ReadyLift lift

[ItowLambos]

Just finished installing a 3.5 ReadyLift on my 2wd 19 ram and Im hearing creaking over bumps now. We also notice the front suspension was significantly stiffer than stock and somewhat bouncy. Has anyone else had issues similar to this? We are going to put it back on a lift tomorrow and double check everything but everything seems tight

 

[ksn240]

Just finished installing a 3.5 ReadyLift on my 2wd 19 ram and Im hearing creaking over bumps now. We also notice the front suspension was significantly stiffer than stock and somewhat bouncy. Has anyone else had issues similar to this? We are going to put it back on a lift tomorrow and double check everything but everything seems tight

It is possible something isn't tightened down, most likely the nut at the top of the strut assembly. As far as it being stiffer, that's from the preload spacer and is normal.

 

[1776]

Just finished installing a 3.5 ReadyLift on my 2wd 19 ram and Im hearing creaking over bumps now. We also notice the front suspension was significantly stiffer than stock and somewhat bouncy. Has anyone else had issues similar to this? We are going to put it back on a lift tomorrow and double check everything but everything seems tight

Thinking about going with that on my 2wd. Did you figure out the issue? Any issue with the angles?

 

[ksn240]

Thinking about going with that on my 2wd. Did you figure out the issue? Any issue with the angles?

For a 2wd truck, the best available option is the spindle lift by CST. https://cstsuspension.com/2019-2wd-p-u/376-2019-ram-4-kit-stage-1-system.html

Keeps the steering and ball joint angles in a much better spot.

 

[1776]

I appreciate it! I haven't even considered that.

 

[ksn240]

I appreciate it! I haven't even considered that.

It is a little more expensive but the lack of spacers will result in a much smoother ride. The spacers in the 3.5” kit, especially the preload spacer, stiffen up the front end. With the CST kit, the lift comes from the redesigned spindles leaving the ride nearly identical to stock.

 

[MValdez]

It is a little more expensive but the lack of spacers will result in a much smoother ride. The spacers in the 3.5” kit, especially the preload spacer, stiffen up the front end. With the CST kit, the lift comes from the redesigned spindles leaving the ride nearly identical to stock.

the CSt kit is only for 2WD trucks correct?

 

[ksn240]

the CSt kit is only for 2WD trucks correct?

If you are talking about the 4” spindle lift then yes. They also have an all out 6.5” lift out for 4wd trucks.

 

[ItowLambos]

the CSt kit is only for 2WD trucks correct?

I wanted to originally go with the cst kit but my truck came with the factory 22s so it wouldn’t work because of the hub size. The noise is still there. Everything is torqued and installed as the instructions said. One thing I did notice is the upper control arms are way too close to my tires because I’m running a positive offset wheel so I order some 5mm spacers to give me some more clearance without having the wheels popping out the side of the truck

 

[Bflo_J]

I wanted to originally go with the cst kit but my truck came with the factory 22s so it wouldn’t work because of the hub size. The noise is still there. Everything is torqued and installed as the instructions said. One thing I did notice is the upper control arms are way too close to my tires because I’m running a positive offset wheel so I order some 5mm spacers to give me some more clearance without having the wheels popping out the side of the truck

Ever figure out the noise issue? Recently had same kit installed on 19 5th gen and experiencing the same clunks and noises. Mine was installed by a reputable shop in my area

 

[TangoFoxtrot]

Probably the poly bushings creaking. They have to be lubed properly and with the proper grease. One reason I don't want the ready lift kit. I've used poly bushings twice in the past and both times got squeaky within a month. Very annoying.

 

[Bflo_J]

Probably the poly bushings creaking. They have to be lubed properly and with the proper grease. One reason I don't want the ready lift kit. I've used poly bushings twice in the past and both times got squeaky within a month. Very annoying.

Yep definitely creaky one side more than the other. Spent a lot of money on this lift with new wheels and tires and now contemplating spending more to return it back to stock as I’m also get a vibration from the tires at speeds of 55 and up w/35” Fuel AT’s. Read so many positive reviews and vlogs thus the reason I did all this, honestly would rather have functionality Over looks. Thx for the feedback!

 

[TangoFoxtrot]

Yep definitely creaky one side more than the other. Spent a lot of money on this lift with new wheels and tires and now contemplating spending more to return it back to stock as I’m also get a vibration from the tires at speeds of 55 and up w/35” Fuel AT’s. Read so many positive reviews and vlogs thus the reason I did all this, honestly would rather have functionality Over looks. Thx for the feedback!

Vibs could be from a number of different things. Most likely cause is balance on the tires, I'd find a shop that can force balance them to make sure they are running true.
Another possibility is they didn't properly torque something down, drag link, control arm, something like that. Most lift kits recommend checking the torque after 500 miles.

 

[Bflo_J]

Vibs could be from a number of different things. Most likely cause is balance on the tires, I'd find a shop that can force balance them to make sure they are running true.
Another possibility is they didn't properly torque something down, drag link, control arm, something like that. Most lift kits recommend checking the torque after 500 miles.

They rebalanced all 4 and gotta bring it back tomorrow as there’s rubbing on the springs which is what they say is causing the noises I’m hearing. Readylift says to take out preload spacer and May resolve the contact with spring