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Strange noises after a 2.5" spacer lift with no shocks

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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 09:19 AM
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Default Strange noises after a 2.5" spacer lift with no shocks

So I just had a 2.5" lift installed last Thursday and have probably put 250 mi. on it so far. I have done very little off road since I got it and today for some reason I all of a sudden have an annoying squeaking sound from the rear drivers side. It sounds like the spring is being compressed and just making a noise but I'm not sure?

Any ideas or concerns that need to be brought to my attention?
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 10:50 AM
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after my 2.5 budget lift with bilsteins also have a sqeek from what seems to be the rear p[assenger side spring spacer of shock. will douse this area and all rear suspension in grease and wd40
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 11:07 AM
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Suggest checking that the spring is seated properly in the rubber spring isolator (top of spring). Also, suggest not using grease or WD-40, these attract grit and may attack the rubber. Silicone spray from an auto parts store that's rubber friendly, and dries, is best.

It may help if someone bounces the suspension with their weight while you're underneath inspecting too.

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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by cmaddox428
So I just had a 2.5" lift installed last Thursday and have probably put 250 mi. on it so far. I have done very little off road since I got it and today for some reason I all of a sudden have an annoying squeaking sound from the rear drivers side. It sounds like the spring is being compressed and just making a noise but I'm not sure?

Any ideas or concerns that need to be brought to my attention?
Did you install wheel spacers or new wheels with 4.5" backspacing with that kit?
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 01:12 PM
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False alarm...just got back from checking everything and it was just a loosened bolt due to an operator error
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Old May 9, 2013 | 07:39 AM
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yes i have 4.5 inch backspaced rims so there isnt rubbing. but still have a squeek in back passenger side
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