Suspension loading/unloading

[Dwgray]

Aloha. We've had our 2022 Ranger FX-4 crew cab for 60 days. Feels like the suspension loads and unloads when coming to a stop light/accelerating from the stop light respectively. Anyone else experience something similar? Thank you. Doug

 

[HenryMac]

I've noticed that too. We've had our Ranger since Sept 2019.

 

[JohnnyO]

Most likely the slip yoke on the driveshaft needs more lube. The factory doesn't put on enough. Common problem.

 

[sgtsandman]

I have not noticed that on my 2019. I have a bed cap and some gear loaded in the truck at all times. So. that may be why. Or, my slip yoke was better lubricated.

 

[Dwgray]

Thank you all.

 

[Dwgray]

Most likely the slip yoke on the driveshaft needs more lube. The factory doesn't put on enough. Common problem.

Do you have a preferred lube recommendation? Thank you. Doug

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

People have commented on the FX4 suspension having a weird rebound since 2019.

 

[Blmpkn]

Yeah tons of people hate the fx4 shocks. The general consensus is that theyre under dampened.. which would give a bouncy/boaty/wallowing feel.

I don't have the fx4, and have no complaints about my ride.

Good time to upgrade to some bilstiens

 

[Dwgray]

Yeah tons of people hate the fx4 shocks. The general consensus is that theyre under dampened.. which would give a bouncy/boaty/wallowing feel.

I don't have the fx4, and have no complaints about my ride.

Good time to upgrade to some bilstiens

I can certainly see why. Thank you. Doug

 

[JohnnyO]

Do you have a preferred lube recommendation? Thank you. Doug

White lithium. Ford actually has a kit with their own grease and a new boot.

 

[Dwgray]

White lithium. Ford actually has a kit with their own grease and a new boot.

Thank you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Doug