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Mr.Finch

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Picked up a 17 Ram 4x4 express blackout about a month ago. Looking to put 33's and a 2" level on. I started hearing about issues with level kits and factory control arms/ball joints. I was going to have the Zone 2" spacer put on when I do new wheels and tires, should I be looking into better options? I don't plan on ever running anything bigger than 33's
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Congrats and welcome to the forum!

Many of the folks run Bilsteins 5100 at either 2.1" or 2.8". In personally have my set at 2.8" and have had 0 issues with factory control arms/ball joints. The ride quality has improved and is much better than the factory.

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Congrats and welcome to the forum!

Many of the folks run Bilsteins 5100 at either 2.1" or 2.8". In personally have my set at 2.8" and have had 0 issues with factory control arms/ball joints. The ride quality has improved and is much better than the factory.

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Maybe I should look into the Bilsteins, I don't wanna loose ride comfort.

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Welcome to the forum from LA (Lower Alabama)


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Maybe I should look into the Bilsteins, I don't wanna loose ride comfort.

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Myself and many others would agree. I joined the forums back in March when I was looking to purchase my first truck. I was originally looking at rough county spacers and everyone told me "NO"! Lol. The ride quality is much better right now. I am sure others will chime in soon, but I would definitely give the Bilsteins 5100 a serious consideration.

Again, congrats on the new truck. She's a beauty!


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Haha, I just noticed your neighbor has a white RAM, unless that is yours and you went into your neighbor's driveway to get a far away picture! Lol [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]


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Haha, I just noticed your neighbor has a white RAM, unless that is yours and you went into your neighbor's driveway to get a far away picture! Lol [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]


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Hahaha thanks, I'm very happy with the truck so far, much better than my 2014 F150. Yeah the neighbor has a ram as well, our trucks get to stare at each other lmao.

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Hahaha thanks, I'm very happy with the truck so far, much better than my 2014 F150. Yeah the neighbor has a ram as well, our trucks get to stare at each other lmao.

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Lol, the RAM death stare!

What made you get rid of your 14' Ford? How does the Ford compare to the RAM?


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Lol, the RAM death stare!

What made you get rid of your 14' Ford? How does the Ford compare to the RAM?


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I sold my ford to lower my income to debt ratio, bought a house then bought a new ram! Paying less for my ram and love the truck way more than I ever liked the Ford!

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Got some new wheels and tires today.

20x9 +1 Fuel Rippers wrapped in BFG KO2's

Very happy with the look, thought about going with a slightly bigger tire but I was concerned with winter driveability.
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Left the lift out for now...

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10 PLY tire eh?? you going to be towing alot with your new Ride???
 
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10 PLY tire eh?? you going to be towing alot with your new Ride???
I plan on buying an enclosed car hauler for the track car I'm building.

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10 PLY tire eh?? you going to be towing alot with your new Ride???
Plus I'm a general contractor and carry all kind of tools or material in my truck.

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