Carli vs kore vs ?

[Tj Kinser]

wanting to level wife's 2012 1500 outdoorsman crew. looking at coil over kit for ride and performance that wont completely break the bank. currently looking at the Carli Suspension Ram 1500 Hemi/EcoDiesel Commuter 2.0 Shock Package and kores ram 1500 4x4 lift kit -hp series leveling kit. i know kore back in the 2000s had a unbeatable reputation with the 3/4 ton group but I've heard their customer service has been lacking at times. I've also heard carli builds some great components as well. what is the difference between the two? Is it worth the extra $200ish for the carli? or should i get the fox shocks individually? and has anyone had experience with these or maybe another recommendation under the $1500 mark

 

[kurek]

I don't have first hand experience with the Bilstein 6112's but they're an option as well.... and people have been sticking the Eibach lift springs on 5100's with good results.

 

[ram1500rsm]

Send a PM to our vendor Nick@GotExhaust
He can hook you up with Icon Stage 1 for a great price, prob better or in the same ballpark money wise you're looking at. If you're doing aftermarket coilovers go with 2.5 body CO's. Rear can have 2.0 shocks to start.

 

[ram1500rsm]

I had forgotten Labor day is next Monday. You might want to check what other discounts you can get to maximize your savings

 

[VelocityC6Z]

With a 1500 budget, just trying to level? I would buy the rough country 2 inch front struts for 350. Core end links for 100, core or Clayton lower control arms for 300, and the hellwig rear sway bar for 300.

That would give you the best ride under 1500 in my opinion.... and a lot of stability in the rear, where I think our trucks show the most rude improvement from when upgraded.

https://www.roughcountry.com/dodge-leveling-struts-500028.html?find=2016-dodge-ram-1500-4wd-738412

 

[ram1500rsm]

Op, pin @Ram7081. He might be selling a set of Icon coilovers with low miles. So it'll be cheaper to buy compared to new. Then you can use discounts to buy the rear 2.0 set.

 

[Tj Kinser]

Thanks for the input we are currently looking first of the year to do the lift once these tires are worn out so we have time. Was just doing the basic homework. Question on the bilstein are they adjustable? Thats a perk we are looking for

 

[VelocityC6Z]

Bilsteins are adjustable. Assuming you buy the 5100's or 6112's.