2wd 1500 Leveling Help?

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Derango

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I've been looking into several different ways to level my truck, but I can't just get a straight answer. Being a 2wd it seems difficult... I know about the spacers, ball joints, getting longer shocks... What I'm looking for is the most effective way to level it. I don't want to lift it, just level it out. It's a 1500 quad cab 2wd 2014. I could really use some help before I commit to purchasing anything.



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jgkreal

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I just leveled mine with a 2.5" Rough Country leveling kit but mine is a 4x4. From my research i couldnt find a straight up leveling kit for a 2wd ram, I'm wondering if the Bilstien 5100's would work for you? But like I said I have a 4x4 not 2wd but that would seem like a good place to start!
 
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Derango

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I just leveled mine with a 2.5" Rough Country leveling kit but mine is a 4x4. From my research i couldnt find a straight up leveling kit for a 2wd ram, I'm wondering if the Bilstien 5100's would work for you? But like I said I have a 4x4 not 2wd but that would seem like a good place to start!



Yeah. I looked at the Bilstien's, but I saw mixed views. Since it's 2wd most people say it won't work and others say maybe..

Thanks for the reply though, I appreciate it!


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No problem! Best bet would be to call them directly and hear from them! Good Luck!
 

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do the 2.5" maxtrac coil. SPACERS RUIN THE RIDE!!!! The maxtrac store has this as a package with shocks. 2014+ 2wd dont have a the UCA problems. You are good to go. If you plan on offroading a lot i would recommend using the upgraded UCA
 

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I did a 1.5" front daystar spacer on my 2011 and the ride is perfectly fine. The bilstein shocks won't work to lift yours because it is a completely different setup.
 
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Derango

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do the 2.5" maxtrac coil. SPACERS RUIN THE RIDE!!!! The maxtrac store has this as a package with shocks. 2014+ 2wd dont have a the UCA problems. You are good to go. If you plan on offroading a lot i would recommend using the upgraded UCA
Hey, man! Thanks for the info. I bought the set you mentioned just yesterday. They're going to be put on Tuesday. I hope it turns out well. I might post a picture when it's done.

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Hey, man! Thanks for the info. I bought the set you mentioned just yesterday. They're going to be put on Tuesday. I hope it turns out well. I might post a picture when it's done.

Thank you again!


Hey man! I have the same truck as you and have been doing the same research...with same results.

If this works let me know because im right at stock right now and definiteyl want to get my truck higher without droppping the loot for it.

also, I wonder if we would need longer shocks?
 
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Alfa95

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maxtrac 2.5" lift coils w/ shocks all day on the 1500 2wd :)
Sorry to bring up an old thread, but which option would work with the ecodiesel? The 5.7L or the 4.7L? Is the difference in the kits due to the weight?
 
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