2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission 3" Lift - Need New Shocks?

[DLausche]

I am thinking of installing a 3" lift on the front of my 2500 QC and a 2" lift at the rear. A buddy gave me a nice set of 3" spacers for the front. I've never done this before and have a few questions...



* Looks like 2" lift add-a-leaf is an easy way to bring the back end up a bit. Does the ride quality suffer considerably? Might I be better going with a new leaf with more of an arch in place of one of the current leafs or should I just go the add-a-leaf route and deal with a harsher ride?



* With a 3" lift in the front and a ~2" lift at the rear, will my Bilstein shocks need to be replaced with longer ones? They are the yellow/blue shocks from Genos and are brand new (~750 miles). I hate to spend more money on new shocks unless I really need to. I am guessing that I need to though.



Thanks

-Deon

 

[Bob4x4]

Yes you will need to get new shocks when going up 3". I would hesitate to use 3" spacers. When I pulled mine (2") out the coils had a very serious arc to them. With all the good springs and shocks out there save a little longer and do it right,The handling and ride will be worth the wait.

Check these out

Dodge Ram Suspension Systems and Components by Carli Suspension



Bob

 

[DLausche]

Yea, I'm not sure about the taller springs. A buddy got a set of taller springs and he says it rides like a dump truck now. I suppose that taller doesn't always have to mean stiffer though. I also have a longer set of lower control arms that should help me get the camber back in spec. I'm not sure why the springs would get a significant bow or arc in them if everything is lined up properly. It is a good thing to take consideration of though.



Does Carli Suspension have prices online? I couldn't find any prices there.



-Deon

 

[Bob4x4]

Give them a call,Jesse will fix you up



Bob