Airlift 1000 bags squeaking

mpd2434 · Jan 18, 2014

Has anyone had their airlift 1000 bags squeak? Mine are and there driving me crazy. I tried using silicone spray on them but that didn't work. Any ideas?

NYCruiser · Jan 18, 2014

Airlift says to use talc on them.

JohnD72 · Jan 18, 2014

So basically, powdering his rear end will stop the squeaking?
:Whoa:

It felt odd, just typing that...

audio1der · Jan 18, 2014

HAHAHA^
If Airlift says talc, use talc. Not sure what would happen if you're driving around in snow/slush though; a paste that won't stop a squeak?

joeg45 · Jan 18, 2014

If talc doesnt work try PTFE spray I did when I had them in never squeaked

mpd2434 · Jan 19, 2014

How will the talc stick to them? Sorry but what is PTFE spray?

joeg45 · Jan 19, 2014

Its a dry lubricant that resist dust and oils good for high pressure and temp applications

mpd2434 · Jan 19, 2014

Thanks I'll try it

mpd2434 · Jan 21, 2014

Well tried the dry lubricant and it didn't work. I guess I'll try the talc. Is this talcum powder? Does anyone recommend any brand?

NYCruiser · Jan 21, 2014

Use baby powder. It has a nicer scent.

Birddog · Jan 31, 2014

Is this squeak common? I just installed the 5000 Ultimate. If it's common, when should I expect it to start?

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mpd2434 · Feb 7, 2014

According to Cody at Airlift he's never heard of this. Other people on here have the same problem though. He told me to inflate the bags to 35psi and let them settle against the springs. I did that and it didn't do anything. He then told me to sand the paint off the inside of the springs so the spring surface is rougher. (Is he serious) Does he really expect me to sand the paint off springs on a truck that's 6 months old? What kind of tech support is that?

NYCruiser · Feb 7, 2014

If you read the reviews for airlift 1000 on Amazon it seems the squeaking is very common.

rewindgy · Feb 8, 2014

Got them on my 2010, haven't heard a sound outa them.

mxblaster83 · Feb 9, 2014

got them on my 11 tow a 5th wheel all the time no issues.....are you sure they are the bags????

mpd2434 · Feb 9, 2014

The sound is coming from this area while underneath the truck and someone pushing down on it but it's impossible to be 100% without removing the bags. The noise started a few days after installing them. The only way to remove the bags without damaging them would be to remove the springs. There is no way i'm going to get them out through the coils.

h2oman · Feb 9, 2014

I have 28K on mine and have never heard this. It must be frustrating. Glad I don't have it.

audio1der · Feb 10, 2014

I can't even fathom what could cause a squeak; ours are dead silent.

mpd2434 · Feb 11, 2014

It literally is driving me crazy. It squeaks all the time and makes my truck sound like it's 20 years old. I rarely load a lot of weight in my truck so if I can't find a solution I may just cut the bags up in order to pull them through the springs.

audio1der · Feb 11, 2014

I know it's against Airlift recommendations, but have you tried airing them down to (as close to) 0psi and driving around the block, to see of they really are the culprit?

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