New Lift kit ? what to choose ?

[klind]

Ram 1500 4x4 Crew 2014

I am looking for a lift kit, maybe even just a leveling kit.

I would like to have some 325/60R20 Nitto Terra Grabler
With that said it doesn't have to be those, could also be something that is around 34"
The 325/60R20 Nitto Terra Grabler are 35.12 according to this
Terra Grappler - All-Terrain Light Truck Radial

So I have been looking at
2.5in Leveling Lift Kit for 12-14 Dodge 4wd 1500 Ram [358] | Rough Country Suspension Systems
as a cheaper solution ( I am not doing any crazy off roading anyway )

or one of the these 4" kits...

4in Suspension Lift Kit for 12-14 Dodge 4wd 1500 Ram [323S] | Rough Country Suspension Systems

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Anyone have an opinion ? And I know a 6" almost cost the same at a 4", but I do not need a 6".

Thanks

 

[tsunamilogan05]

Don't level because after new ucas to ensure your ball joints don't pop out you'll be paying close to a 4" kit. I was going to level until this problem started popping up. Might as well go for the 4 or 6

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[xrsman]

I think for running that size of tire you would want to use the 4" lift. I have that same 2.5" level on my 2011 and the stocks look fine on it. Actually I didn't even put the rear spacers in because it was perfectly level without them. IMO 35's would look a bit big with just the 2.5" but would be perfect with the 4". Here's a pic of mine with the 2.5" levelView attachment 26292


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[klind]

I just noticed this

Kit is not recommended for AWD models.

on the

4in Suspension Lift Kit for 12-14 Dodge 4wd 1500 Ram [323S] | Rough Country Suspension Systems

So guess I should go for the Rancho as mine has AWD.

 

[klind]

I think for running that size of tire you would want to use the 4" lift. I have that same 2.5" level on my 2011 and the stocks look fine on it. Actually I didn't even put the rear spacers in because it was perfectly level without them. IMO 35's would look a bit big with just the 2.5" but would be perfect with the 4". Here's a pic of mine with the 2.5" levelView attachment 26292


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Did you have any problems with your ball joints ?

 

[klind]

Don't level because after new ucas to ensure your ball joints don't pop out you'll be paying close to a 4" kit. I was going to level until this problem started popping up. Might as well go for the 4 or 6

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How much are these UCAS ( I have no idea what UCAS are )
And are they necessary ?

 

[xrsman]

Did you have any problems with your ball joints ?

No I've never had an issue. (Knock on wood! Lol) The lift has been on for about 30,000 kms so far


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[tsunamilogan05]

The uca (upper control arms) have been only an issue with 2013+ rams. Anything over an inch will possibly cause the ball joints to pop out.

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[tsunamilogan05]

So even with the most affordable off road UCA's (zone offroad) your still looking at about 1k give or take to level your truck. Might as well lift it for a few hundred more.

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[klind]

I ordered this

Rancho Suspension: Suspension » 2013 - 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Suspension Systems, Lift Kits, Leveling Systems & Shocks

today, hopefully have it installed next week. I will post some pic when done.