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  1. T

    2023 ram 1500 limited steering column noise

    Hi all, I just recently purchase a 2023 Ram 1500 limited with 4k miles. It seems to drive amazing BUT when I make a hard left turn, the steering wheel/column makes a subtle noise when the wheel turns itself back to being straight. It sounds almost like an electrical buzzing or gears. Could it be...
  2. G

    Air suspension fell off

    I just bought a 2016 Ram Rebel. I turned the corner today and hear a bang and realize the back right corner of the truck was way lower than the rest. I went out and found this… just wondering what happened and what this is?
  3. Rob Rusanowsky

    Air Suspension troubles...fixed

    For the last 9 months I have been having problems with my 2017 Ram Limited air suspension. I have taken it to the dealership with no resolution. My problem was while I was driving over an hour in Aero mode, I would get a warning message about the Air suspension cooling please wait..etc. So...
  4. J

    Replace air suspension

    2016 Limited 3.0 diesel. Air suspension has failed twice. I want to have the entire system removed and switched over to shocks. What might I expect to pay for this type of repair and should I go through Ram dealer or aftermarket service center?
  5. J

    Truck on the frame, replaced rear bags alfaobd

    I have alfaobd with the MX,+ Bluetooth. Long story short. Truck would lower the back when parked ,go for a drive and usually raises back up , every once in a while it wouldn't. We'll pulling my boat a month ago and the rear went down wouldn't go back up, unhooked and took it to the...
  6. O

    air suspension aftermarket replacement recommendation

    I have 2013 ram 1500 2WD where the air suspension is failing intermittently. not sure what parts, but if I keep air suspension, what would be a good aftermarket replacement? my use case is towing a travel trailer camper. I need good quality, good bang for buck, good warranty and good...
  7. O

    air suspension intermittent bounce troubleshoot

    i have a 2013 ram 1500 with air suspension that is intermittently failing. odd that it started right after a costco tire changeout and has never really recovered since(tires are balanced correctly). I suspect it was not put in tirejack mode, but I took care of that. there were diag messages...
  8. O

    air suspension-convert or go to coils-towing a camper

    I have a 2013 1500 ram that came with air suspension and has towing capacity of 10,150 lbs. if I go to coil conversion kit, was told the rear of truck would sag(strutmasters). I tow a camper and need the towing capacity that came with the truck using air suspension. How can I convert to...
  9. X

    Can I drive lowered safely?

    I had the dreaded service air suspension alert. Took it to the dealership and it was diagnosed as the steering wheel control module and the part is back ordered till aug 2nd. The truck is lowered all the way and the compressor is not working or disabled. I replaced the fuses. But the truck is...
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    Deciding on Shocks to Replace Air Suspension | Offroader - Ram Rebel | Hot Weather

    Hey there, So I've been lurking here for some time trying to find an answer, but nothing so far. So I live in the Middle East (weather is pretty hot with the summers averaging 40-45 C) and have a 2017 Ram Rebel (with Air Ride/ Air Suspension). I offroad quite a lot (desert dune bashing and...
  11. H

    Air Suspension Lift Kit Fitment

    I've got a 2014 1500 with the factory air ride. I'm wanting to get the 4 inch lift kit that BDS offers, however I'm wondering if my wheels will fit. It's currently on 20x10 -24s and 35x12.5. Backspacing is 4.5. I usually put it in OR2 when parking and it fits fine. On their website it states...
  12. alnbobby

    Do I Need a Rear Sway Bar?

    On my previous truck (2017 RAM 2500 HD, short bed), I installed a Hellwig sway bar to improve rideability when using my 2,800 lb truck camper. I recently purchased a 2022 RAM 3500 short bed that has an air suspension system with no rear sway bar. I'm hoping to hear some feedback on whether I...
  13. O

    Heavy duty bumper grill guard questions

    Hi, I am thinking about upgrading front bumper to a full steel front bumper with grill guard. Main concern is deer. The bumper I am looking at getting is the steelcraft HD series front bumper form my 2020 Ram 1500, I like it because you can retain the wonderful fog lights this truck has (the...
  14. T

    Removing Air Suspension and Lifting truck

    I have a 2014 Ram 1500 w/ Air Ride. I’m trying to remove the air ride and go traditional. I have a 6in Rough Country lift kit. The kit comes complete springs/struts, etc… I was wondering if I’m going to run into any mounting issues when trying to switch over? Do I need to change my bump stops...
  15. OurTimeToRV

    3500 Air Suspension Changes

    I’m reaching out to any 3500 owners with factory OEM auto air leveling suspensions. I’ve already confirmed with Ram Parts & Support that the air suspension only auto levels front to back and NOT side to side specifically stating “According to available information, the rear air suspension system...
  16. J

    Need Advice for Suspension Lift on 2018 Ram 2500 with stock air susp

    I have a 2018 Ram 2500 Limited 4x4 Mega Cab with factory air suspension in the rear. I would like to keep the factory air suspension. I want just enough lift to fit 35 12.50s and have zero rubbing and no trimming. Also maybe improve on the factory air suspension. I'm aware most likely I will...
  17. TommyTwoRams

    Air suspension hack??

    So I’m wondering if anyone out there has replaced or modified their air suspension links? There are aftermarket adjustable links available but they are ridiculous on the price. My tractor trailer is set up the same way pretty much, the top and bottom of each link is actually connected with a...
  18. WIRAM19

    Rattle noise 5th Gen air suspension

    Anyone have a 19 or newer Ram with air suspension that hears a rattle or loose strut sound? I used the revel performance links to adjust the ride height and it makes it more pronounced. Anyone have any ideas? I’m thinking it might be the wheel well covers?
  19. sebirak

    Shocks recommendation for 2016 Limited

    Hello, I purchased a 2016 RAM Limited few months ago and very happy with my purchase, however, the shocks can definitely use an upgrade. I have an air suspension and its nice but every-time I drive I seem to feel every small pothole on the road. I do plan on taking my truck camping, but with the...
  20. eminclake

    Air Suspension: Issue Disconnecting Trailer

    Problem: I have a loaded cargo trailer attached that I'm trying to unhitch. As other threads have called out, the air suspension will rise as I attempt to raise the trailer off the hitch. I struggle to replicate how others have resolved this with the tire jack setting. My 2021 truck and the...
  21. Curt Gobbell

    How I solved my Air Suspension Problem

    My truck (2014 with factory air suspension) would randomly lower both rear corners evenly to the bump stops Usually happened at night It would correct itself after I started the truck Frequency of occurrence was 1-2 times per week It would look like this :( So, over a several week period I...
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    Air Suspension Issues

    Hey all, hoping I can find some help here on the forum regarding the recent issues I have been having with the rear air leveling suspension on my 2014 Ram 2500. I tow often on the weekends, so the system does get "worked" going between ALT Trailer mode and Normal mode in addition to the leveling...
  23. Mmalone32@hotmail.com

    Ram Active Level air suspension shock upgrade??

    Just bought a 2015 Ram 1500 limited with the self leveling air suspension a few months back and the truck has been great. My question is there an aftermarket shock for the air suspension Ram. I can only have a few hundred pounds on the bumper and I can literally bounce the truck aprox. 2in up...
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    DISAPPOINTED IN FACTORY TONNEAU COVER

    my 2020 ram 1500 Limited was delivered last Thursday. I'm generally delighted with my purchase except for the tonneau cover. For $550 MSRP I expected much better than this. I guess I should've investigated more but I actually expected a hard surface and this is a cheesy fabric. But the worst...
  25. K281

    New Member Intro

    New member here from Corpus Christi, Texas. I have a 2017 Ram 1500 Limited (6'4" bed, 4x4). I'm trying to figure out certain things with my truck, such as air suspension issues and wheel corrosion inside the wheel barrels. Truck has 21,000 miles and I love it. Craig
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