Couple lift questions

[DKnight521]

I've been looking at the RC 6" lift (PN: 32230) for my truck, but I just bought some Cooper Adventurer A/Ts back in November. They are 275/60r20. Going to look a bit small but would I be able to keep these as well as the stock 20" rims until they wear out or would i need new wheels/tires? Also, anybody have this lift? Is there a better one out there that won't break the bank?

 

[LaramieGen4]

You can definitely keep them. If it were me, I'd keep the lift in the box until I was ready to spring for new tires, and wheels too if you want them. I'm running 285/65R20's on just a level so you should have no issues with your tires and wheels with any kind of lift whatsoever.

As for the lift, it's probably okay. Asking what's the best lift is kind of like asking what's the best tire - you'll get differing opinions. I was going to do their 4" lift, which is really not different from the 6 other than the height. I just don't want a lot of extra height but I want to fit the tires and wheels I want. Since the 4" and up requires a lot more expense and cutting, I'm looking at maybe doing the 3" bolt on if I can tell there will be clearance for some 35's with negative offset wheels.

 

[DKnight521]

Good to know! It's hard to find a lift for 2wd. Would I have any issues with the lift and 35's or 37's with the stock 3.21 gears? I wouldn't imagine it'd cause any issues but just trying to cover all the bases

 

[shadowhawk]

from what I've read, because I'm on 3.21 gears also, you should be fine with 3.21 and the 8 speed trans. I'm not sure on the 6 speed.

 

[DKnight521]

from what I've read, because I'm on 3.21 gears also, you should be fine with 3.21 and the 8 speed trans. I'm not sure on the 6 speed.

Just what I was thinking. I've got the 8 speed. Most of the 2wd kits I'm looking at lift the front 2-3" more than the back. Will that level it or will I also need a leveling kit? I don't want it to Carolina squat or anything like that

 

[shadowhawk]

I just did the Bilstein install on the front, and I'm actually sitting a little nose high. I'm going to add daystar spacers to the rear. If you go Bils, setting them at 2.1 should maintain just a little rake.

 

[DKnight521]

I just did the Bilstein install on the front, and I'm actually sitting a little nose high. I'm going to add daystar spacers to the rear. If you go Bils, setting them at 2.1 should maintain just a little rake.

Will a lift alone not level? Sorry, new to the lifting world for rams. I know a lift with an F150 levels as well

 

[JB1]

I just did the Bilstein install on the front, and I'm actually sitting a little nose high. I'm going to add daystar spacers to the rear. If you go Bils, setting them at 2.1 should maintain just a little rake.

His truck is 2WD

 

[shadowhawk]

ohhhhhh

 

[DKnight521]

His truck is 2WD

Does that mean the lift will level as well? Or will I need a leveling kit in addition to a susp. lift?

 

[JB1]

Does that mean the lift will level as well? Or will I need a leveling kit in addition to a susp. lift?

I’m just saying your 2WD truck doesn’t use the Bilstein adjustable height struts he was referring you too.

 

[shadowhawk]

I’m just saying your 2WD truck doesn’t use the Bilstein adjustable height struts he was referring you too.

I didn't realize you were 2wd, so my comments apply to 4wd

 

[Graygoose]

Just what I was thinking. I've got the 8 speed. Most of the 2wd kits I'm looking at lift the front 2-3" more than the back. Will that level it or will I also need a leveling kit? I don't want it to Carolina squat or anything like that

Mine below, Maxtrac 4.5"/3", and I have 8 speed, 35's and 3.21's....and its 2WD

 

[Graygoose]

http://www.maxtracsuspension.com/09-15-dodge-ram-1500-2wd-4-5-lift-kit-w-maxtrac-shocks.html

 

[DKnight521]

Mine below, Maxtrac 4.5"/3", and I have 8 speed, 35's and 3.21's....and its 2WD

Badass looking truck! And thanks for the great info. Did you install it yourself?

 

[Graygoose]

No sir, let a shop local to me do it. They said it went together very easily, rides like a dream!

and thank you for the kind words!

 

[blackbeautyhemi]

Just what I was thinking. I've got the 8 speed. Most of the 2wd kits I'm looking at lift the front 2-3" more than the back. Will that level it or will I also need a leveling kit? I don't want it to Carolina squat or anything like that

Yea it will level it. Rough country 6” lifts are 6” in the front and 4” in the rear for that reason.