QA1 Shocks: Modified & Installed on 4G Ram - Parts Needed, Install Tips, etc..

[Jizanthapus]

I have QA1's front and back. For the back, I didn't use a sleeve for the bottoms. I welded 2 washers together to make a spacer (2 sets per sides, 4 spacers total, 8 washers total) and have no issues. I removed the shocks after 1K miles to check the bushings, no issues. I have them set at 15 stiffness and am dropped about 6" in the back.

 

[DavidRam]

I have QA1's front and back. For the back, I didn't use a sleeve for the bottoms. I welded 2 washers together to make a spacer (2 sets per sides, 4 spacers total, 8 washers total) and have no issues. I removed the shocks after 1K miles to check the bushings, no issues. I have them set at 15 stiffness and am dropped about 6" in the back.

Thanks. I wish I could weld... I am feeling good about my set-up as is, too. I am gonna check everything out next week and retorque if needed.

Still sitting at 10, but I am itching to go stiffer.

 

[jmgak47]

So close to pulling the trigger on a set tonight.

The final parts list is this correct?

x2 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hal-9032-102

x2 http://www.amazon.com/Morton-TW-5SS...10668827&sr=1-9&keywords=steel+washer+9/16+id

x2 3/4" Bushing Sleeve, 9/16" Bolt | Bushings and Sleeves | WFOConcepts.com

Correct? I have no objections to running washers personally.

Jay

 

[DavidRam]

So close to pulling the trigger on a set tonight.

The final parts list is this correct?

x2 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hal-9032-102

x1 http://www.amazon.com/Morton-TW-5SS...10668827&sr=1-9&keywords=steel+washer+9/16+id

x2 3/4" Bushing Sleeve, 9/16" Bolt | Bushings and Sleeves | WFOConcepts.com MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THEM CUT TO 1.25" (4)

Correct? I have no objections to running washers personally.

Jay

Oops, I checked your quantities, see bold changes above.

It looks like the spacers come in a pack of 10, you will need 8.

 

[jmgak47]

Oops, I checked your quantities, see bold changes above.

It looks like the spacers come in a pack of 10, you will need 8.

Noticed that myself, thanks!

Didn't see the option to have them cut to spec. I'll just cut them on my chop saw.

 

[jmgak47]

Ordered!

Hate my current shocks with a passion, they absolutely suck and are dangerous.

 

[DavidRam]

Noticed that myself, thanks!

Didn't see the option to have them cut to spec. I'll just cut them on my chop saw.

You just have to ask them, referrence your order # and send them an email, the cuts are free.

Congrats man!

 

[jmgak47]

You just have to ask them, referrence your order # and send them an email, the cuts are free.

Congrats man!

Sounds good appreciated it bud!

All I need now is the Sphon control arms and all have a tricked out suspension. Already have a 2/4 drop and Hellwig swaybars.

 

[DavidRam]

Sounds good appreciated it bud!

All I need now is the Sphon control arms and all have a tricked out suspension. Already have a 2/4 drop and Hellwig swaybars.

Yep, two words on the Spohn control arms "delrin bushings." Make sure you upgrade to those, the p/u ones are terrible. They are not on Spohns website, you have to call the order in.

 

[jmgak47]

Is it a expensive upgrade to them?

 

[DavidRam]

Is it a expensive upgrade to them?

I don't remember exactly, but I think something like $4-$6 a piece. One member on here got them at no charge... Call the order in and maybe they will throw them in.

If you get board and need some reading http://www.ramforum.com/f39/spohn_rear_adjustable_control_arms_review-49965/

 

[jmgak47]

Cool! Thanks bud.

 

[DavidRam]

Anytime, man.

 

[Etroze86]

******** it David you guys make me want to go lower. Lol now that I got my hostility out of the way this is a great write up and will be looking hard at doing this down the road.

 

[SILVER_BULLET]

hey sorry if this is a dumb question but ive been reading your right up over and over trying to understand everything perfect before i order and start trying to do this but the part im a little confused is where your doing the back and you said you forgot to measure the mounting width on your truck so you used washers for the difference and well i can see the washers on the bottom but did you also use them for the top of the shock?

 

[DavidRam]

hey sorry if this is a dumb question but ive been reading your right up over and over trying to understand everything perfect before i order and start trying to do this but the part im a little confused is where your doing the back and you said you forgot to measure the mounting width on your truck so you used washers for the difference and well i can see the washers on the bottom but did you also use them for the top of the shock?

Yes, definitely on the top, too. The rear shocks are the same top and bottom, as are the mounting brackets on the truck.

 

[DavidRam]

******** it David you guys make me want to go lower. Lol now that I got my hostility out of the way this is a great write up and will be looking hard at doing this down the road.

Lol! I love a truck that handles like a sports car!

 

[SILVER_BULLET]

ok cool so it sounds like as long as you have all the parts ready its not that big of a deal to get this done

 

[DavidRam]

ok cool so it sounds like as long as you have all the parts ready its not that big of a deal to get this done

Pretty easy once you have all the right parts.

I am gonna type up one post will all the parts that need to be ordered right now.

 

[DavidRam]

List of parts you need to order!!!

Summit
(2) - QA1 TS507 Front shocks
(2) - QA1 TS801 Rear shocks
(2) - QA1 9032-102 Bushings
http://www.summitracing.com/

WFO Concepts
(4) - 4261 Metal sleeves, OD of 3/4", ID to fit 9/16" bolt (you must request they be cut to 1.25" if you are going to use spacers/washers like I did)
4x4 Custom Truck Parts | Off Road Truck Parts | California Custom Trucks

Amazon (or local hardware store)
(8) - Spacers for 9/16" Bolt Size, 19/32" ID x 1-3/16" OD, 3/16" Thick (I used 16 heavy duty galvanized washers)
Morton TW-5SS Stainless Steel 300 Heavy Duty Washer, 9/16" Bolt Size, 19/32" ID x 1-3/16" OD, 3/16" Thick (Pack of 10): Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

If you want to get new shock nuts and bolts:
AllMoparParts
(4) - BOLT-HEX FLANGE HEAD, Part#: 6502818 $3.47ea
(4) - NUT-HEX FLANGE LOCK, Part#: 6502698 $2.86ea
These are available to order here using the part number search:
www.allmoparparts.com/repair-parts.php


Make sure you have snap ring pliers, and a short wrench or ratchet to get to the top bolt on the rear shocks. The rear bolt head is 13/16".