2013 Ram 1500 Quad Big Horn

[dss56]

Do the 2013 ram 1500 have front torsion bars in front?

that I can crank up about 1 inch?

thanks

 

[Brandon-w]

Do the 2013 ram 1500 have front torsion bars in front?

that I can crank up about 1 inch?

thanks

Nope they're struts. You can get spacers for a decent price though. I'm gonna guess so your snow plough doesn't settle the front end down as much hey?

 

[Ken226]

Go Bilstein 5100s.

Plenty of info here about the installation process. Do some reading to familiarize yourself with the parts and process.

 

[dss56]

Well yes I do plow this will be the fist year with this truck had a 2004 with no problems.
The blade with it all the ways up just grazes the sidewalk when backing up. The 2013 is much lower by 2 inches with no plow on truck.
When I raise the plow truck drops an inch. and with the truck being lower than my 2004 like I said it just grazes the sidewalk backing up the incline. Nothing major.

2004 had torsion bars and Portsmouth For cranked them up when i had plow put on 9 years ago.

Brandon Suppose to get snow next couple of days and I will get to try your harness.

This is Bob in Boston Ma

 

[Brandon-w]

Well yes I do plow this will be the fist year with this truck had a 2004 with no problems.
The blade with it all the ways up just grazes the sidewalk when backing up. The 2013 is much lower by 2 inches with no plow on truck.
When I raise the plow truck drops an inch. and with the truck being lower than my 2004 like I said it just grazes the sidewalk backing up the incline. Nothing major.

2004 had torsion bars and Portsmouth For cranked them up when i had plow put on 9 years ago.

Brandon Suppose to get snow next couple of days and I will get to try your harness.

This is Bob in Boston Ma

Yeah I figured that's what was going on. As said above bilsteins would probly be your best bet. Not cheap but they're reliable and you can adjust what height you want. Up to 2.75 inches of lift I Beleive.

We have snow on the ground but we're not getting pounded with it yet. That makes me happy that's for sure!

 

[dss56]

Brandon is there a part # for the ram you might have.

Bob

 

[dss56]

Sorry found it on the web

 

[Brandon-w]

Bilstein B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable) shock absorbers are designed for trucks and SUV's with a front OE coilover style suspension. Multiple snap-ring grooves in the body allow for different spring seat positions, providing 0-2.75 inches of front lift (depending on application). The monotube shock absorbers feature a 46mm digressive piston a with self-adjusting deflective disc valve setting. Bilstein B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable) shock absorbers provide increased wheel travel and improved handling. Utilizing a B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable) shock absorber is the easiest way to level out your vehicle.

Pn# 24-187367

 

[dss56]

Do you think I have to do all 4 shocks?

 

[Ken226]

I have them on my 13.

Not only do they lift the front a little, but it rides like a Benz. They are an awesome improvement to the ride quality.

You dont need to do all 4. But i did, andvim glad i did because of how much better the truck rides. Its a bit stiffer for off road, but on the highway its much better.

Bilstein 24-187367 5100 Series Front Shock for Dodge Ram 1500 09 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WO15F4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Dx.4DbW5VXPZE

 

[dss56]

Kenn would you recommend to do all 4 shocks or just the front to get another 1.5 inches

 

[Brandon-w]

Do you think I have to do all 4 shocks?

I'd just do fronts. You're only looking for front lift right now, I'd only replace the rear ones when they're due to be done. Easy way to test rear shocks is hop on the back of the truck get it bouncing and step off. If it bounces more than three times after you're off it needs rear shocks.

 

[Ken226]

I think Brandon replied just before i did.

Its Its not needed, just a matter of preference.

The rear shocks arent ride height adjustable. All they do is improve your ride quality. Its up to you, if thats worth the extra money. For me it was worth it. But then, im not very frugal.

Heres the set of all 4 bilsteins.
Bilstein 5100 Series Shock Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 4WD 2009-14 - Includes Front Ride Height Adjustable Shocks # 24-187367 & Rear Shocks # 24-187374 by Bilstein https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRJ855E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WE.4DbEXMZEN4

If you want to lift the rear, i like the daystar plastic rear spacer.

I used a 1" daystar spacer, and set my front bilsteins to 2.1. that keeps me with about 1" of rear rake. When i attach my trailer it sits perfectly level.