Just thought you should know it does work with the ecodiesel. The reason they state that it doesn’t is because ready lift hasn’t put on in an ecodiesel them selfs
I just installed a 2 1/2 lift on the front of my 2017 Ram 1500 4x4 to level it out and I’m considering beefing up suspension. Maybe upgrading the control arms, and new shocks on the rear. I like the ride height, and have 305/55r20 Nitto on fuel rims with. 1 in offset. No issues with rubbing tires, and it drives straight.
Great vid thanks on here you just pry the front strut back in place where as the kit instructions say remove the axle nut which I really don’t want to do, how hard was it to pry the strut in place with the extra height on the strut? Love the vid tho glad you guys did one
On Bilsteins website it says the Bilstein B8 5100 is for lifted applications of only 0-1” in the rear but your installing a 2” spacer under the rear coils?
So instead of using your factory shock in front and want to upgrade your front shocks do you suggest using an OEM ride height shock or one that is meant for the extend length.
So I have a question. Can you still use the shocks if you don’t put in the rear part of the lift? I like how the truck looks without the back block in.
Cant i just buy the sway bar relocation bracket? And just install a 4 inch lift front struts, instead of the spacers that go on top of the struts?? I feel like it will give it a better right quality.
@@coltendixon2416 did a little more research and alot of ram forums say, they kept on replacing cv axles because of angle they are at when putting this “lift” on. The best way to go is 3 inch, any higher then that you will need to do a diff drop.
@@israelgarcia3455hi did you installed bigger strut with this 4inch Ready lift SST kit? If yes what struts you used. I am planning to buy 4inch struts to replace spacers and want to confirm whether they work with this kit
@@arshdeepsingh6681 its been two years with a similar lift. I have bilstein B8 5160 with remote reservoir shocks in the rear, and Bilstein 6112 set to 2.8 liftat the front. I also installed a 2 inch body lift to fit 37” tires. I also bought other aftermarket parts to go with this type of lift and honestly I recommend just installing a lift the right way from the start and dont try and take short cuts…anything over 3 inches is best to do a diff drop. next year im installing a 6 inch lift the right way. I haven’t broken any cv axles like other people have claimed BUT the way they sit at an angle they start damaging the intermediate shaft splines .
I see alot of mixed things saying you need to grind the bottom of the strutt and the lower control arm for clearance reasons, i have the 69-1040 kit installing it this week, anyone have answers?
@@kennydaleangulo3842 i got the answer today only. Those 4inch struts didnt fit with this kit. Due to ready lift preload spacer on oem struts lift of this setup is less than the actual 4inch lifted struts so they wont fit.
4 inches is right on the edge for causing driveline vibration front and rear and wearing out your front cv joints (on 4x4 models) quick if you flex them a lot off roading. the fix is a lot more money than this kit costs. 2 or 3 inches is max imho on the 4x4's before you get into all the rest of issues. It's doable, just a lot more items to replace if you want long term.
@@vonnieboy7878 I have a Ram 1500 Sport I am looking to lift as of right now. Been a Jeep man all my life been through 4 of them and all the issues. This is my 3rd Ram truck as well. You need to drop the front diff if it is a 4x4 otherwise you are probably good. The front CV joints dont like a lot of slope. or Angle. Furthermore the 2011ish range trucks had an even worse front end for doing this in 4x4. Ram made several re-designs from 2009-2019 even though it was the same body. Some are coil over while some are coil and shock separate. If you have a 4x4 version just do the research. BDS is probably the best but its a 2500.00 kit
Drive cv angles are not good lol I have this kit I’m saving for a zone 6 inch. I haven’t had any problems but if you throw your truck in 4wd, and when you take off from snowy road you get vibration, it’s more for looks then practicality. If I knew this before hand, this being my first lifted truck I have ever done. Stay clear away from this kit.
Will it possible to run a rancho 2.5 quiklift coil over plus a 1.5 spacer on top of it, or any other (fox, kings,icon) instead of the stock shock ? And still use the ready lift upper control arm ?
@Steven Skoczen I used a bilstein 5100 raised all the way with the 1.5 spacer on top and their upper control arm. No issue, no rubbing. It's been over 6 months and I love how it sits and rides.
@@kened6139 I was thinking of doing the same but I was wondering about the sway bar links. Did you do anything to them and how does it drive. Some lift kits bring extensions for links.
Any suggestions on getting the front coilovers over the lower control arm? Mine isn't just popping in like in this video. Can't even get with a 3 foot pry bar.
@@duncangraham588if you have a helper, get a lower control arm hook tool, have your helper pry down on the LCA, make sure the sway car link is disconnected, and use the other pry bar to put it into place
Is there any sag in the rear after doing this? I have a 2012 Ram 1500 with a leveling kit. As soon as I put around 200lbs in the bed it sags noticeably. If I didn't have the level kit it wouldn't be an issue so I'm nervous about doing a lift kit since that will level it out.
I put a 2 inch leveling kit in my 2012 ram in about 2014, was good at first, but soon ruined the struts from so much side stress on them and then the cv axles from too much angle. Had to go back to stock. Anybody know how this is avoided?
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Where can I get the rear shocks? Cause I have tried Amd I can’t find the shocks for this that are 2”
Curious: How much did ride quality change with this lift? I want to lift my 2010 Laramie, but I prefer a smooth ride over a sport or off-road ride.
Just thought you should know it does work with the ecodiesel. The reason they state that it doesn’t is because ready lift hasn’t put on in an ecodiesel them selfs
That is probably the most in depth and well shot videos I have ever seen. Amazing job!!!! With this video, anyone could install this kit.
Thanks for watching! -Zach
Finally a good installment video , thank you so much for the information I’ll be installing my lift while watching this video again here real soon
“Hit right here on the knuckle” hits everywhere but the knuckle lmao
The dodge symbol on the knuckle is where your supposed to hit so you don't ding it up
I just installed a 2 1/2 lift on the front of my 2017 Ram 1500 4x4 to level it out and I’m considering beefing up suspension. Maybe upgrading the control arms, and new shocks on the rear. I like the ride height, and have 305/55r20 Nitto on fuel rims with. 1 in offset. No issues with rubbing tires, and it drives straight.
Great vid thanks on here you just pry the front strut back in place where as the kit instructions say remove the axle nut which I really don’t want to do, how hard was it to pry the strut in place with the extra height on the strut? Love the vid tho glad you guys did one
I have a 2016 ram 1500 bighorn 4x4. Just making sure I won't run into any problems putting on this lift
Thanks for these videos! Love this channel
Thanks for watching, Jae! -Zach
I want to do this to my dads truck💪🏼
So what’s do to the CV angles ?
This would be the only thing with this kit that would worry me any.
I think you could fit 37s in there easy!
So 2in lift shocks for a 4 inch lift that makes a lot of sense
On Bilsteins website it says the Bilstein B8 5100 is for lifted applications of only 0-1” in the rear but your installing a 2” spacer under the rear coils?
Hi, is there a ready lift video for the 4 inch lift kit 2WD drive 2012 Ram 1500 truck?
So instead of using your factory shock in front and want to upgrade your front shocks do you suggest using an OEM ride height shock or one that is meant for the extend length.
Just bought one Friday stock lift with 35" tires. Definitely rubbing
How wide
@@EarlTheSquirrel123 35x12.50 r17's
What are the measurements for the bolts that go in the spacer for the relocation of the front sway bar
Can I use 4” loaded struts with this kit
my shop installed mine but they didnt lower the front shock to OEM height... Should i be concerned?
You guys every gonna do any work for air ride Rams??
Where is the video for this lift kit for 2007 Dodge Ram 1400
Guys thanks for doing this video. Can you tell me what size tires and wheels you have on this particular truck? Thanks.
You should do this kit on a 21 warlock off-road package with the factory 1” lift
So I have a question. Can you still use the shocks if you don’t put in the rear part of the lift? I like how the truck looks without the back block in.
Cant i just buy the sway bar relocation bracket? And just install a 4 inch lift front struts, instead of the spacers that go on top of the struts?? I feel like it will give it a better right quality.
Better choice for sure. The upper control arms are recommended with anything over 2 inches though.
@@coltendixon2416 did a little more research and alot of ram forums say, they kept on replacing cv axles because of angle they are at when putting this “lift” on. The best way to go is 3 inch, any higher then that you will need to do a diff drop.
@@israelgarcia3455 yes the more the lift the greater the angle will be. 1” is better than 3”
@@israelgarcia3455hi did you installed bigger strut with this 4inch Ready lift SST kit? If yes what struts you used. I am planning to buy 4inch struts to replace spacers and want to confirm whether they work with this kit
@@arshdeepsingh6681 its been two years with a similar lift. I have bilstein B8 5160 with remote reservoir shocks in the rear, and Bilstein 6112 set to 2.8 liftat the front. I also installed a 2 inch body lift to fit 37” tires. I also bought other aftermarket parts to go with this type of lift and honestly I recommend just installing a lift the right way from the start and dont try and take short cuts…anything over 3 inches is best to do a diff drop. next year im installing a 6 inch lift the right way. I haven’t broken any cv axles like other people have claimed BUT the way they sit at an angle they start damaging the intermediate shaft splines .
Is this kit available for a 2019 ram classic 2wd single cab?
Will this fit a 2020 dodge ram
Classic since it’s still a 4th gen ??
What’s recommended for 09-13 ram hemis 4x4 taking into consideration towing
Could I do this kit with the bilstein 5100 fronts set at 2.8”, don’t use the pre load spacer, and install the rest of the kit accordingly?
no.
I have this exact kit but was wondering if I run 35s on the factory 20 inch wheels will I need spacers?
20's and 35's will work just fine! Needing spacers will depend on the offset of the wheel, but in most cases you shouldn't need spacers.
Would this go on the rwd truck too?
I see alot of mixed things saying you need to grind the bottom of the strutt and the lower control arm for clearance reasons, i have the 69-1040 kit installing it this week, anyone have answers?
"preloads the front suspension to give it a sportier tighter ride"..... You mean makes it ride like doodoo?😐
Can i use 4inch rough country struts instead of spacers at front with this lift? Thanks in advance
Did you ever find an answer I’m trying to do the same
@@kennydaleangulo3842 i got the answer today only. Those 4inch struts didnt fit with this kit. Due to ready lift preload spacer on oem struts lift of this setup is less than the actual 4inch lifted struts so they wont fit.
@@arshdeepsingh6681thank you!
do you make a kit to replace the factory air ride
i cant find the front chocks to match this for my 2010 ram 4x4 5.7 quad...help pls
How are the drive shaft angles???
4 inches is right on the edge for causing driveline vibration front and rear and wearing out your front cv joints (on 4x4 models) quick if you flex them a lot off roading. the fix is a lot more money than this kit costs. 2 or 3 inches is max imho on the 4x4's before you get into all the rest of issues. It's doable, just a lot more items to replace if you want long term.
@@jamescole6846 will drive shaft spacers be enough?
@@vonnieboy7878 I have a Ram 1500 Sport I am looking to lift as of right now. Been a Jeep man all my life been through 4 of them and all the issues. This is my 3rd Ram truck as well. You need to drop the front diff if it is a 4x4 otherwise you are probably good. The front CV joints dont like a lot of slope. or Angle. Furthermore the 2011ish range trucks had an even worse front end for doing this in 4x4. Ram made several re-designs from 2009-2019 even though it was the same body. Some are coil over while some are coil and shock separate. If you have a 4x4 version just do the research. BDS is probably the best but its a 2500.00 kit
Drive cv angles are not good lol I have this kit I’m saving for a zone 6 inch. I haven’t had any problems but if you throw your truck in 4wd, and when you take off from snowy road you get vibration, it’s more for looks then practicality. If I knew this before hand, this being my first lifted truck I have ever done. Stay clear away from this kit.
Will this work on a 2019 ram 1500 classic? 4x4 as well
Yes it will! -Zach
does anyone know if this lift will fit on a RWD ram?
Will it possible to run a rancho 2.5 quiklift coil over plus a 1.5 spacer on top of it, or any other (fox, kings,icon) instead of the stock shock ? And still use the ready lift upper control arm ?
@Steven Skoczen no no answer yet bro.
@Steven Skoczen I used a bilstein 5100 raised all the way with the 1.5 spacer on top and their upper control arm. No issue, no rubbing. It's been over 6 months and I love how it sits and rides.
@@kened6139 so what was ur total amount height up front ?? 1.5+??
@@kened6139 I was thinking of doing the same but I was wondering about the sway bar links. Did you do anything to them and how does it drive. Some lift kits bring extensions for links.
Any suggestions on getting the front coilovers over the lower control arm? Mine isn't just popping in like in this video. Can't even get with a 3 foot pry bar.
Hey just saw your comment. I’m having the same problem right now. How did you end up doing it? I need ideas haha
@@duncangraham588if you have a helper, get a lower control arm hook tool, have your helper pry down on the LCA, make sure the sway car link is disconnected, and use the other pry bar to put it into place
What’s the wheel and tires specs I want that same set up
Is there any sag in the rear after doing this? I have a 2012 Ram 1500 with a leveling kit. As soon as I put around 200lbs in the bed it sags noticeably. If I didn't have the level kit it wouldn't be an issue so I'm nervous about doing a lift kit since that will level it out.
If you’re worried about sag just replace the rear springs with HD ones. Tuftruck makes them and has a couple different options.
@@guy10117 that's what I've been thinking about doing.
I replaced the stock springs with the tuftruck HD springs. They are really good quality
@@RickheadWashington I ended up replacing them with the TuffTruck springs. Took care of the issue.
@@ryanmiller4890 great! Glad to hear it worked out.
I put a 2 inch leveling kit in my 2012 ram in about 2014, was good at first, but soon ruined the struts from so much side stress on them and then the cv axles from too much angle. Had to go back to stock. Anybody know how this is avoided?
look up zone's differential relocation kit. lowers the diff 2 inches to fix cv angles
How much miles you got on that Ram bro looking at a 2014 right now
Instruction for this lift say you need to grind on your lower control arm. Is that really necessary? Sounds a bit shady to me.
It definitely does say that! 🤣 doing this for a customer's rig and when I read that part I was went to looking for a video.
Let me know if you need a 2015 Ram as a subject for the install ;)
I have a 2014 ram 1500 Eco diesel.. Will this work? Or what will it work?
Will this work for a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 2WD Laramie if so . Any problems
Ok so I want to use a aluminum spacer with the weight of ur vehicle if u want to lift ur truck save ur money to get coilovers
That does not look like 4 inches, I am sure it is but optically for some reason it looks like nothing but a level
why not for the EcoDiesel?
It has air ride suspension.
Wow. Must be a southern truck…lol
Pennsylvania truck! -Zach
Why not the ecodiesel?
It has air ride suspension
Those poor rear brake hoses
Would this kit also work with a 1.5inch body lift