Ram 1500 Leveling Kit Install (2019+)

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@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

This video contains extra steps for those of you also changing out your upper control arms and not just doing the leveling spacers. A few changes were made during filming, which made this a bit difficult to make into an organized/short video, so I've added time stamps and posted them by my product links in the video description. Hopefully this helps save some time!

@rocoroco5749 2 жыл бұрын

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@rocoroco5749 2 жыл бұрын

@FirstLast-gs8pe 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best videos Ive seen. Excellent explanation on the whole project. I'm looking to do the exact same thing to my truck.

@rossdobelbower6020 3 жыл бұрын

Just did this leveling kit! Your video made it possible! Thank you for your hard work. 4 wheel parts wanted $680 in labor. I appreciate it!

@karrs42901 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ross. Is everything good still with your setup? any weird sounds or issues?

@rossdobelbower6020 2 жыл бұрын

@@karrs42901 everything worked awesome! I had zero problems.

@SynDreasIV 4 жыл бұрын

That Parkway Drive Intro never gets old. METAL!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I agree! 🤘🤘

@theoilfieldphotographer Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this very detailed video. I was contemplating the same Wulf kit for the same reasons as you and have now purchased it. You are the only person who I've seen recommend swapping the struts from side to side. I will def check into that when I'm doing the install and see what lines up best. I will stick with OEM UCA's as well thanks to your video.

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

You may not have to swap the strut assemblies, but mine seemed a bit happier that way for some reason, and I never had any issues afterwards.

@leoclement3801 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tony ..... Awesome vid bud, one of the most detailed I've seen online. Nice to see that you ran into some "real world issues" and how you compensated. Thanks for posting man!

@chasebar Жыл бұрын

Helped with my install. Best video on KZbin. Thanks

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help, thanks!

@Technomage1700 4 жыл бұрын

Talk about attention to detail. Great video!!!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mahidikarif2123 4 жыл бұрын

Tony The Truck Guy, Did you have to adjust your headlights?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Mahidi Karif You’re supposed to, but I haven’t yet and never been flashed or anything. Light output still seems good.

@mahidikarif2123 4 жыл бұрын

Tony The Truck Guy, Did you talk to Wulf before purchasing your spacers because they say that those are for 2013-2018, but obviously they worked for your truck. My truck is a 2020, so I figure they will work on my truck as well. Thanks

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I did not talk to them, I just saw other people running 2018 spacers on their 2019 so I figured all 09-18 spacers would fit lol

@freequency5268 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid bro. Thorough on all in your videos! We appreciate it. Btw what gator cover is that on bed??

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

“Gator soft roll ETX” I believe they call it

@david92xj 2 жыл бұрын

Something I do when separating ball joints is put the nut back on a few threads by hand before separating the joint so that nothing falls and the nut will catch it

@MacD2029 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Did you have any tire rubbing prior to leveling? The tires look bigger than the stock size. Thanks!

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes they are slightly larger. These were 275/60R20, which was actually the stock tire size for the 4th gen Rams. The 5th gen used 275/55R20 stock, which is about an inch shorter. The only rub I had with these tires in stock form was the left splash guard. SUPER flimsy plastic piece that was never formed right from the factory, so it sagged down a bit. I just pushed up on it with my hand to tuck it up higher and never had another problem lol. I even stepped up to a 285/65R20 after the leveling kit and the only thing I had to do was trim my OEM mud flaps slightly.

@AnotherCogTX Жыл бұрын

I can't see any reason not to install these spacers, vs the leveling strut on this model truck. Thoughts....?

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Not u less you’re trying the change the ride or handling of the truck. If you wanted a stiffer front end or more travel than factory, then a full strut would be a better option. If you’re fine with the factory shock travel and ride quality but just want a little front end lift, the spacer is fine.

@MacD2029 Жыл бұрын

So in summary you only needed the 1.5" spacers, no UCA or any other suspension parts?

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Correct! Everything else was just a waste of time and money. At least for me and for this lift height and truck configuration.

@jeffmueller9059 3 жыл бұрын

When the nuts don't want to come loose because joint is spinning freely put wrench on nut then use 10mm socket with airgun or battery powered ratchet and use opposite setting than what you want to happen. IE to take nut off then use the tighten position clockwise rotation on airgun or ratchet (if right handed thread) which rams are, this will loosen the nut make sure you hold wrench on nut when using airgun/ratchet.

@craig4926 Жыл бұрын

word of the wise, never take your upper control arm nut all the way off until you free it from the knuckle. loosen the nut and leave it on a few threads to be safe when you hit the knuckle with a hammer to pop it loose.

@MrBen1980 Ай бұрын

Hey man I know Im like 5 years late watching these but if you still have the Ram - what’s the color code? PXR or PXJ? I don’t trust my sticker color but getting a new hood painted next week … thank you!

@TonyTheTruckGuy Ай бұрын

I had the diamond black crystal pearl which should be the PXJ code. It had some flake in it.

@MrBen1980 Ай бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuyawesome thank you 🙏🏼

@TonyTheTruckGuy Ай бұрын

@@MrBen1980 No problem!

@Colorado_Chris 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tony. I noticed that Wulf kit stated up to an 18’ model year Ram. Sorry I didn’t see any mention of the year variance but did Wulf confirm the fit with you first for a later year? Thanks!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

That’s correct, the Wulf kit is TECHNICALLY for the 4th gen Rams, but it does work with the 5th gens as you can see. Ram this setup for over 2 years before I traded the truck in and never had any issues. Ride quality basically as good as stock and no clunking or anything.

@carlosr.5971 8 ай бұрын

What tires do you have on your truck??

@TonyTheTruckGuy 8 ай бұрын

275/60R20 in this video, later went to 285/65R20.

@richardsalas5766 2 жыл бұрын

Best install/step by step I’ve seen yet

@dobuddy19 3 жыл бұрын

2 inch ready lift level with the control arms still leaves a slight rake on the ram. I was concerned about the same issue since I pull my camper but it looks good

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Did your upper ball joints have a crazy angle on the control arms like mine did?

@dobuddy19 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy nah no crazy angles. Everything looks good

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@dobuddy19 Strange. I wonder if they sent me the wrong arms.

@leec8573 6 күн бұрын

What was your final measurement?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 6 күн бұрын

@@leec8573 Which specific measurement are you looking for?

@leec8573 6 күн бұрын

What’s was the measurement after the leveling kit was put on. Front fender. Thank you

@TonyTheTruckGuy 6 күн бұрын

@ Gotta watch the video lol. 36:00.

@TRexKing3 4 жыл бұрын

So what do you think about for a RWD? Should I get it with the UCA or without?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I have not seen the front end of these new Rams in 2wd configuration, so I’m not sure what kind of angle it has. A lot of the leveling kits I’m seeing show the same kit for 2wd and 4wd, so probably pretty similar setup only without CV shafts. You’ll have to look at your control arm angle and make your best judgement.

@chrishunt5291 4 жыл бұрын

I did the spacer on my 16 and it rode rough , bumps were more jarring. With my 19 I went with RC struts and 1 inch spacer in the rear. Rides the same as stock.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Did you do a top mount spacer on your 2016 or was it the kind that you have to take the strut apart to install? Mine feels just as good as stock or very close to it. Glad to hear the RC struts ride nice though, I’ve been wondering about those and I k ow a lot of guys on the 5th gen Ram forum we’re also curious.

@chrishunt5291 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy it was the top mount similar to the one you did. The rc leveling struts was the way to go for me. I noticed when I installed them ,that they were not much longer then the stock struts easy to put in. It raised the front a little too much for me, kinda nose high. So I put 1.5 rear spacer that I had bought for my 16. Now I have a little rake.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

The RC ones are not adjustable correct? How much do you think you gained from them vs what were they advertised at?

@chrishunt5291 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy they are not adjustable. Closer to 2.5, thats why I did rear spacers. I believe they said 2, mine is a laramie sport, 4wd with 6.4 bed crew cab.

@Bigdan916 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brutha, have a ram 2021 1500 right now about to do a leveling kit, some new tires, some spacers... Id like to get some side steppers, what model are the ones you have>?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

The ones I’m the video were Black Horse brand. I have an install video on them, but last I checked, they were unavailable or discontinued. I also have a video on the OEM mopar steps which were my favorite of the 3 I’ve tested, but also the most expensive. The 3rd video I have is on a Yitamotor brand side step. I liked those as well and they were a fraction of the cost of OEM, but the paint faded from flat black to a dull gray in a matter of a few months, so you’d probably want to get them painted or do a coating yourself before installing those ones.

@irenegz3785 2 жыл бұрын

Just had a 2.5 installed at the shop but got it back and the passenger front tire side is higher ?!? I’m so confused why that happened it’s still at the shop they’re trying to figure it out . Any ideas ?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

You mean the gap on the passenger front side from the ground to the fender is more than on the driver side front gap? I would have them check to verify that both strut spacers are indeed the same height. Also as I believe I mentioned in the video, it’s important not to fully tighten everything until the truck is on the ground with weight on it. If they tightened everything while the truck was on a lift, it could give weird measurements afterwards. Also, how certain are we that the gaps were perfectly even before doing the install?

@shaunp6889 3 жыл бұрын

You said you linked a video on how to adjust the headlights once the kit is installed? Where is that video? I put my ready lift level in today and used your video to do so. VERY helpful! But I’m unsure how to properly adjust the headlights now.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Here’s a video pointing out the headlight adjusters. Looks like each headlight just has 1 adjuster for up and down and side to side probably can’t be messed with. Looks like it’s the philips head screws with white plastic collar that you can also use an Allen wrench on. Set to same height as stock, or check out a headlight aiming procedure here on KZbin. I don’t have one yet unfortunately. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ20fGqBp52Zerc

@shaunp6889 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy perfect. Thank you!

@kerryarmstrong5565 3 жыл бұрын

When I click on the link for an inch and a half lift that you provided it says it does not fit 2019 ram?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Correct. They don’t list that it fits a 2019+ but it does

@armandomoreno1955 2 жыл бұрын

How did you end of torquing the UCA bolts? I tried to get my torque wrench in there from the top but there isn’t enough room To tighten with wheels on? Did you turn your wheels like you suggested? Or does that shift the UCA from its normal angle?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I think I came through the engine bay actually. Otherwise if you’re having trouble, just take note what angle the UCA is at with weight in the truck, then jack it up and pull the wheel. Jack up on lower control arm until proper UCA angle is achieved and then just torque it there. Doesn’t have to be perfect just close so the bushings don’t get demolished immediately.

@11caseyd 4 жыл бұрын

Im in Minnesota. Where did you have your alignment done and was it done correctly Thanks

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I just got a lifetime alignment at Tires Plus. It isn’t perfect, but it’s pretty close.

@scottcampbell3648 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve just purchased 2020 Bighorn 1500 and want to do a 2” level on it,my question is do I need to replace the upper control arms? I can’t seem to get a answer from anyone I’ve asked. My truck is also the off road package.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

That’s the hard thing. As you can see by my video, these control arms were nowhere near needed with a 1.5” level. Even at 2” I think you’d be totally fine. Where it gets questionable is where you have the off road package, because there’s an additional 1” there. I would probably just get the spacers you want and get control arms after if you feel that you need them. Sorry I can’t give you a more direct answer, I just haven’t seen the upper control arm angle yet on a 2” leveled off road package truck. Maybe you can find a few pics on Google or the forums to help decide.

@scottcampbell3648 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy thanks for the reply 👊👊 that’s what I’m going to do I think. Also I want to black out all the chrome badging on my truck and have it completely all blacked out or as my buddy says Murdered out. What do you recommend to do other then plasti dip them?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@scottcampbell3648 If you don’t want to debadge in general, you have buy already blacked out badges to replace your current ones, or use a black chrome or black spraypaint. Of course gotta be careful and be sure to tape stuff off with the black chrome or spraypaint method.

@daniellaplante345 4 жыл бұрын

I just ordered motofab 2” spacers for my bighorn with the ORP. I’m not doing control arms right now, but once I get the spacers on I’ll check the angles and see. I don’t do any off-roading, just some rides on muddy farm roads while hunting. I’ll let you know what I figure out

@scottcampbell3648 4 жыл бұрын

@@daniellaplante345 I called the dealership and they've been having rubbing issues with suspension components after installing the leveling kit. They also told me there's no need to level it due to having a factory installed kit in it already. I'm debating whether to do it or not now.

@jpmorso3798 2 жыл бұрын

What would u recommend for a coil over kit and control arm for a ram sport????

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I never looked into full coil overs since the stock ride was good enough for me and the spacers are much cheaper. I’m sure Bilstein would be a good choice but I’m not sure what others are out there. As far as control arms go, I wouldn’t bother unless you’re going over 2” of lift. The ones provided in the kit I got were way too aggressive to the lift I had. Unfortunately, nobody seems to make JUST the control arms. That may have changed since I did this though.

@ltjorge16 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, i was just wondering i want a 2 inch kit and have the same truck you do would you buy the upper control arms for that. I think you can skip it right?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I’d say no. Unless they sent me the wrong control arms, I can’t see an extra 1/2” over my lift corrected that awful control arm angle. I’d just do the 2” level no arms and see how it looks. Can add arms later if necessary but I doubt it.

@ltjorge16 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy legend

@Sdizzle7 2 жыл бұрын

I got 1/4 inch spacers and it looks perfect tbh.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

For the wheels or for the front struts?

@jasonthomas1814 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video! 4WheelParts quoted me $550 for installation for the same kit.

@TLFIN 4 жыл бұрын

Will the Wulf 1.5" front strut leveling spacer kit for 2013+ Ram 1500 fit the 2020 Ram 1500 2wd? In the description it says only to 2018, but you clearly put this item on a 5th gen Ram. Please

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

The only thing I don’t know is if the 2020 2wd spacers are the same as 4wd. If you can find out that, then the Wulf brand will work

@jmyler 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m glad it was useful!

@YngwieLesso 4 жыл бұрын

Just an FYI for people using this as a guide for the 2019 Ram Rebel.. make sure you loosen the 36mm Axle Nut, and just leave it threaded on about 3 threads.. this gives you about an extra inch to push the Lower control Arm down, and makes life a bit easier.

@vancemcbroom3297 3 жыл бұрын

Will this work on a 2019 Ram 1500 2WD Big Horn Edition? I keep seeing kits only for 4x4, can you send me a link for a 2wd for 1.5 in front level

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I’m unsure if there’s any difference between the 2nd and 4th kits to be honest. I did find this Daystar brand one specifically listed for a 2019 2wd, but they appear to be the kind that requires disassembly of the strut to install them - www.daystarweb.com/product/ram-15-inch-leveling-kit-2019-ram-1500-2wd-dt-body-truck-daystar

@inspegaget 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video... What size are your tires?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

275/60R20 Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac in this video. Swapped them out later for 285/65R20 BFG T/A KO2’s, which I also have a video on.

@karrs42901 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tony, any issues or clunking now that you've had this setup for a while?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I actually traded the truck in the past November, but the 2+ years I had the level kit, I never had any issues. I was very happy with it for the money.

@karrs42901 2 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Thanks for the feedback....I just watched your video where you traded it in, lol. Stay safe.

@bull5919 3 жыл бұрын

WHAT part number if you just wanted the UCA?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

They don’t sell just the UCA, it’s stupid. At least they didn’t at the time I made the video. You can check the Readylift website and see if they do sell them separately now. I wouldn’t suggest it u less you’re doing at least 2 or 2.5” lift though.

@MrDutch1e 3 жыл бұрын

Is this the only 1.5" kit ? Its not available and I want to keep a bit of rake. Seems perfect but I haven't found one other than wulf.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was a little difficult for me to find as well. Did you search for 1.5” levels for like a 2018 truck? That’s what the Wulf one is technically for but it works on the new trucks.

@MrDutch1e 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy ya mines a 2020 classic so I was searching 2018 anyways since mines 4th gen.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDutch1e I found a couple more 1.5” options and a 1.75” option here - www.google.com/search?q=2018+ram+1500+1.5%22+level&safe=off&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS873US873&hl=en-US&prmd=isvn&sxsrf=ALeKk02LTdyQAuvtp7Yi7skdj9H35VbCow:1616688490216&source=lnms&tbm=shop&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjgrq_56cvvAhUQHc0KHY8cClcQ_AUoAnoECAIQAg&biw=414&bih=724#sbfbu=1&pi=2018%20ram%201500%201.5%22%20level

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDutch1e The “Max Trac” ones look identical to the Wulf ones

@robz4825 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Brother. I'm having a hard time deciding what size tires to pair with this 2" leveling kit. What size tires are you running? That's the exact look I want. Thanks in advance

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

In this video they were 275/60R20 Goodyear Duratracs. But shortly after the level, I got a set of 285/65R20 BFG KO2’s

@robz4825 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Is that the video they screwed up your drivers side tire,?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@robz4825 Haha, yeah, that one.

@carl16760 2 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy haha... you still missed.. everyone likes Wildpeaks better.....

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

@@carl16760 Troll much? A year old comment not directed at you with nothing to do with you. Random as hell, but ok. I missed? Missed what? Wildpeaks are highly overrated. They’re heavy as hell and I’ve heard from several people that they suck in snow. So no, not EVERYONE likes them better. Street’s closed pizza boy, find another way home!

@Smodlee 4 жыл бұрын

Does this make the factory warranty expire as soon as u install any modifications

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

The only thing it should potentially void warranty on is the strut itself. But with the spacer installed I’m the truck, you can’t even see it, so the only way you know it’s leveled it by how it sits. Kind of up to the dealer but it’s pretty rare to have any strut issues.

@rupertturner7311 3 жыл бұрын

hey tony i ended up going with the 2in mopar lift what do you think is a better size tire 285 65 20 or 295 60 20

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Either will work, it’s a matter of preference. They are about the same height, but the 295 is a bit wider and will be a little meaner looking. Only reason I didn’t go with 295/60 is because they didn’t make any of the tires I wanted in that size. 295 seems to be a little rare, only Nitto and a few others seem to make them.

@rupertturner7311 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy are the ridge grapplers any good? will i have more tire space with 285 65 20 instead

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@rupertturner7311 Never personally run those tires, but I know they are popular. I only wanted Goodyear Duratracs or BFG KO2's cause we get a lot of snow here and those 2 all terrains are snow rated. I think either size will fit about the same. The 285 is about .7" taller, but the 295 is about .4" wider. I have no rubbing issues with my 285's and 1.5" level after trimming my mud flaps.

@soundoffaithministries 2 жыл бұрын

Those wulf spacer 1.5 are for 13-18 ram and they worked for you on that 19 ?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Correct!

@MrMarkjenn 3 жыл бұрын

I put the new Toyo A/T III 33x12.50r22 load E on my stock 2020 1500 Laramie 4x4 and there is no rubbing or clearance problems. I ordered the readylift 66-1921 2” level kit and it gets here tomorrow. If my new upper control arms look like your did I will definitely post back on here. I know this much I am getting rid of those fake ass plastic stock upper control arms even if I have to go 3”!!!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Lol! Yeah I’m not a huge fan of the composite control arms, but I’m not concerned since I don’t have super wide tires or aggressive offset. Good to know that a 33x12.5 fits a stock 4x4. Do you have the birth edition or off road group?

@MrMarkjenn 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy No just a stock Laramie no air ride. Has night edition so that’s why it has the 22” wheels. I’ve had the 33x12.50r22 on for a week now with just over 1,000 miles put on the tires. Looks great but needs the leveling done.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrMarkjenn Awesome well thanks for the info, it will help in the future when other people ask.

@MrMarkjenn 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy So it the kit came yesterday at 3:40 pm. I had it on and driven and re-torqued bye 4:30pm. No problem and while me upper ball joint with their 2” hat topper does look like it is not as bad as yours was. The drive feels very stock still. I’d have liked to make it a little stiffer but my plan is to put rancho rs9000 on the highest setting once the factory struts go to crap. Alignment in the morning. BTW, FYI, you do not have to swap sides like you did. There is no reason for doing it at all. Think about it.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrMarkjenn I actually ended up not switching them from side to side. I tried, but it didn’t work out. Only reason I tried is I saw some other guys saying that it helped for some reason, although I’m not sure why.

@gregory9740 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video bro. What's weird I have a 2020 bighorn with the offroad package and my front measure 37.5 and my rears are close to 39.75 not far off from yours but mine should be 1 in taller in the front, do you have a heavy spring in the front of yours?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Nope just all stock with no off road package or north edition. Unless the 33 gallon tank option gets you slightly heavier springs haha

@gregory9740 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Maybe cause I have the 26 gal fuel tank, I was going to use bilstein adjustable shocks to level mine but now you have me thinking about these spacers instead.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I’m sure the Bilsteins ride great, I just wanted to keep it cheap haha. And I really cane complain about ride quality.

@NoSpillsChills 4 жыл бұрын

I got a similar truck to yours but the built to serve edition. I’d stick to the Bilstein leveling kit..

@Ostar713 4 жыл бұрын

Can a 33x12 Tire fit on stock 22s without any rubbing?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not positive, but I think with that width, you may need a level or wheel spacers. Check out the 5th gen Ram forum, they have a pretty good lift/wheel/tire combo thread going

@rupertturner7311 4 жыл бұрын

is there any issues with running a levelling kit I'm thinking of getting a levelling kit on my ram and I've heard pros and cons

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I've got no complaints with this setup. The 1.5" level with stock control arms. Feels like factory ride to me and no weird noises or anything. Looks a lot better too, in my opinion.

@williamedwards6496 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever have issues with 4wd auto after this?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

No issues with anything actually, was very happy with it for the price.

@MrTrip3ace 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos man. I have almost every mod done that you have done. I have a 19 ram 1500 laramie blackout package. You need an exhaust now. I went with the carven catback. Sounds amazing.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I do have the Borla S-type cat back which I’ve been pretty happy with. Glad you like the Carven, I haven’t heard too much about them.

@cambamb80 4 жыл бұрын

Just purchased a 2019 Ram 1500 2wd new body style and I plan to put on a 2.5 front leveling kit with 35x12.5 tires on 18x9 wheels! Does anyone have any knowledge as to if this would cause any rubbing? If so what can be done to combat that issue? Also, will I absolutely need to purchase to control arms? And why? (First time truck buyer & first time dealing with large wheels/tires and any type of leveling kit)

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

2wd trucks sit lower than the 4wd trucks to begin with so you’re definitely going to rub with a 35x12.5 tire cause I have a 4wd with 1.5” level and my 34.5x11.2 tires rubbed. Granted, it was only on the mud flap, so if not for them, then I would have been fine. That being said, your 2wd truck with a 2.5” level is going to be about the same height as my 4wd with a 1.5” level. But my tires are skinnier. The tire width and wheel offset is what’s going to make or break the deal for you. I would get on the 5th gen Ram forum and see what kind of setups guys are running. The problem is most guys have a 4wd truck so it might be hard to find one like yours. If you don’t have mud flaps and you get wheels that don’t stick out too far, you SHOULD be able to get a 35x12.5 on there with the 2.5” level I think.

@cambamb80 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Hey thanks for getting back to me, I appreciate the feedback! You're right, I'll have to ask around a bit more and see what people are running and how it works out for them! I spoke to a gentleman on the ol Instagram who had a pretty similar setup to what I was going for and he suggested I use a heat gun to push back the front fender wells a bit! I am trying to get as much info as I can before pulling the trigger!!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Hey no problem. Yeah the splash guards are very flimsy and bend easily with just some heat. The main concern would be rubbing on sheet metal. Factory wheel offset on the 9” wide wheels is about +18 or +19mm. Most people stick between a 0 offset and +18 as that seems to be the sweet spot for minimal to no rubbing. The closer to 0 you get or if you go negative offset, the more the wheel will stick out.

@cambamb80 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Hey once again, thanks for the information! I dont want my wheels sticking out to much! Negative numbers would equal the wheels sticking out, so 0 would mean there flush with the fenders?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Well 0 offset just means the center of the wheel is right in the middle. Depending on what vehicle they get put on, it could be inside the fender or outside depending on how the vehicle is set up. On the 19 and newer Ram 1500, anything between about 0 and +19 will get you close to flush with the fenders. May stick out just a tad. Of course the tire width also comes into play there and I’m not sure if the 2wd geometry is the same axle width as the 4wd trucks. On my 4wd with this wheel and tire setup, is was about perfectly flush. But my tires are only 11.2” wide. I’d say a 9” wide wheel with the same +18 offset and a 12.5 wide tire would put you flush, assuming the 2wd front end is the same width as the 4wd but again it would be best to see what other guys are running.

@kevin_merrow 4 жыл бұрын

So im assuming the truck in the beginning didn't have the level kit on it? looked good then as well..

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Correct. It is 1.5" taller in front now giving it only 1/2" of rake and a more levelled look.

@mikes2026 4 жыл бұрын

Does this void factory warranty?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

The only thing I can see it voiding would be maybe the struts or ball joints, but you can’t even see the spacer when it’s installed. So if you don’t say anything, they probably won’t even notice.

@mikes2026 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy Thanks for the response. My truck came with lifetime warranty on motor and drive train (any lubricated part), so I really do not want to f that up. I better call the dealer and ask. Great Video btw and sorry for the soft question.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@mikes2026 No worries. Never a bad idea to check with them, but I can’t see this voiding a powertrain warranty.

@kellyk1185 3 жыл бұрын

You know anyone in st. Paul to level mine. Same truck. What was the cost?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Did it myself. I’d guess about 2-3 hours of labor if you go to a shop, plus alignment. And about $90 for the 1.5” leveling kit

@fantasticmike946 3 жыл бұрын

Need tighten my bolts more, hearing a squeaking on the driver side when driving over speed bumps. Sometimes turning left

@XD65 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the video bro. I got one thing. Can you send me the link of your bug deflector. I've been trying to find one for me 2020 new body style and I couldn't find it. Also could you tell me if you've actually seen a difference.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Well, I put the bud shield on pretty soon after getting the truck, so I never had any rock chips or anything. But currently after 2 years of ownership, as far as I can see, the hood still appears to be free of any defects. That being said, I did have 1 dickhead in a Ford cut over in front of me way too soon and they kicked up a rock that cracked my windshield. Bug shield didn't save me from that one. I actually have an installation video on the bug shield, and I have a link where you can buy it in the video description for that video. Here you go! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3-nfn15f511l80

@XD65 4 жыл бұрын

Tony The Truck Guy appreciate it dude. Thanks again for the knowledge.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@XD65 Any time!

@Image-X 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It really helped me out making some decisions. I think I am going to go with the Ready Lift 2” level with control arms, top hat spacer, and then add Bilstein 5100 adjustable shocks..... for my Off Road Package Ram. That should be a great set up, don’t ya think?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Really depends on your preferences. As you saw here, the control arms were completely unnecessary. But why do you need top has spacers if you’re getting adjustable bilstein struts?

@Image-X 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy I just wasn’t sure if running the spacer, so the shock wasn’t maxed out, would give me a better ride. I decided to go all Bilstein for the lift. No ReadyLift parts at all. 👍

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@Image-X Yeah I would try that way first, you might not even need control arms.

@farwellfishing 3 жыл бұрын

Think a 2.5 would be too much?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Too much for what?

@farwellfishing 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2021 laramie and debating to go with a 2 inch level or 2.5. I tow a bass boat not that it's that heavy but don't want it to squat at all

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@farwellfishing Even with a 2” lift, the truck would squat with a boat hooked up. 2” should make the truck totally level with no load on the rear. 2.5” “levels” aren’t actually level in my opinion, they make the front sit higher. The only way I’d see you towing a boat with zero squat is if you did a 2” level or 1.5” level with air bags in the rear. Not sure how much tongue weight the bass boat has. You might be able to get away with a 1.5” level and no air bags.

@farwellfishing 3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy this is perfect. Thanks man! What tires are those? Brand and they 33s?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@farwellfishing In this video I have 275/60R20 Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs which are like a 33” tall by 10.8” wide. A while after the level, I went up to 285/65R20 BFG all terrain k/o 2’s which are something like 34.5”x11.2”. I did need to trim my OEM mud flaps just slightly to prevent rubbing with the BFG’s.

@Streetglidescotty70 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video Tony. I was curious , did you say your truck was a lease? I have a 2020 Bighorn identical to yours and mine is a lease and just curious how Ram will deal with the lift and end of lease.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes sir mine is also a lease. If you don't say anything to them, they more than likely wouldn't even notice because the top mount of the strut completely covers the spacer and makes it essentially invisible. The only way they would notice is by actually looking at the rake of the truck. My plan for all of this stuff at the end of the lease is to just to remove everything and sell the parts used on Craigslist or FB marketplace and then either return the truck to the dealer or buy it out and try to flip it private party for a profit.

@pardo1027 3 жыл бұрын

Since you recently sold the truck by any chance do you have lift for sale?

@Tdub66 Жыл бұрын

You could’ve torqued those 15mm bolts with crowfoot and a torque wrench.

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Didn’t have crow’s foot at home unfortunately

@graz9766 3 жыл бұрын

What size tires you have ?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

These were 275/60R20 Goodyear Duratracs, I now have 285/65R20 BFG KO2

@the_lion55 2 жыл бұрын

What else is plast?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Huh?

@parkfan1 4 жыл бұрын

Do you still have the ready lift kit, or were you able to return? I’d be interested in purchasing them

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Dang haha, I did actually return it.

@rupertturner7311 4 жыл бұрын

what exhaust do you have

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Borla S-type cat-back system. I have an install video and a sound video if you’re interested

@therealtw90 3 жыл бұрын

Yo what nerf bars are those?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

They were Black Horse brand, but they’ve been unavailable for some time. Not sure if they quit making them. I currently have a set of YitaMotor ones which I have a video on. I also had OEM and have a video on those as well.

@gtsteelers 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video brother

@cristianvaldivia4074 4 жыл бұрын

What is your tire size?????

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

275/60R20 Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac in this video. I now have 285/65R20 BFG T/A KO2’s.

@victorortega2718 4 жыл бұрын

Why did you pick the ready lift over the zone lift kit? Just curious. By the way great vid man.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I believe Zone only offered the spacers that require disassembly of the struts to install, which I didn’t want to mess with and I heard it makes the ride worse. Otherwise I would have had to go with the Zone replacement lift struts, but I’m always leery on the claimed lift gain on stuff like that because it seems some people say they got 2.5” of lift while others only got 2” or something like that. I could have done the r Zone 3.5” lift but I didn’t want to mess with the rear of the truck and as you see I ended up not needing the control arms anyways.

@victorortega2718 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy i hear ya so i saw that you had to flip the strut how did that work out for ya?

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Rides perfectly fine and probably wasn't even necessary, but it made getting the bottom strut bolts lined up a bit easier so I did it anyway lol.

@victorortega2718 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy sounds good man id deff be watching your vid to do mine thanks again

@victorortega2718 4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyTheTruckGuy hey man sorry what size tires were those ?

@brandont9916 3 жыл бұрын

Great informative video! Thanks buddy

@drinny23la4 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful man, thanks.

@jamesjannell8706 4 жыл бұрын

Nice looking truck.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@anthonycaldi7056 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video!

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@quadcityracing 4 жыл бұрын

Dairy Queen and Gaitor Aid? Dude lay off the sugar. Great video and truck looks awesome.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 4 жыл бұрын

When the hell did I get ice cream? 🤣

@Tdub66 Жыл бұрын

Next time hit that lower bolt with a rubber mallet it won’t damage the threads

@TonyTheTruckGuy Жыл бұрын

Didn’t have a rubber mallet handy either 🤣🤦‍♂️

@donearl6675 4 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍❗

@timothytoretto9300 3 жыл бұрын

Wish I knew how much of a pain in the @ss it was to knock that upper control arm free from the knuckle. Informative video over all tho, just wish you had been recording that part.

@TonyTheTruckGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Didn’t have a tripod and really all I did was exactly what I did which was tap it with the hammer from the bottom lol