Step 1: (A) Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground using a floor jack and jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available. Next locate the torsion key at the rear of the torsion bar under the cab of the truck. (Insert A)
Note: Prior to lifting the vehicle it is recommended that you measure the stock height of the vehicle so that you have a base line to gauge when you are adjusting the height of the vehicle. Measuring the... Read Full Story
1) Front brackets are identical and are simply turned 180 degrees out so face of bracket is facing outside of truck.
2) Bars can be mounted either side and are identical.
3) Body mount torque is 65 ft.-lbs.
4) Holes in rocker panel are usually covered with black or grey tape from manufacturer
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FRONT OF VEHICLE
1. Park vehicle on level concrete surface.
2. Center and lock the steering wheel.
3. Block the rear wheels of the vehicle to prevent vehicle from moving in either direction.
4. Remove the upper track bar bolt using an 18mm socket and save bolt for later reinstall. See Figure A.
5. Remove the lower front shock bolts using a 21mm socket on both sides of the vehicle. Save bolt for later reinstall. See Figure B.
6. Raise the vehicle from the lift point in Figure C.
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Install Paint Protection Film before mud guards (see other side)
Please read instructions thoroughly before installation.
1. Clean and degrease the mud guard location area on the fender before installation.
2. Remove factory fastener from location B and attach mud guard to fender with factory fastener (Figure 1).
3. Using the mud guard as a template, mark and drill 1/8” holes at locations A and C.
4. Install #10 screws at locations A and C.
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Read all instructions before starting any work.
1. Remove the O.E. muffler and tail pipe assembly.
2. Connect the intermediate pipe (53218) to the catalytic converter and clamp in place.
3. Install muffler. Clamp but do not tighten yet.
4. To install the tail pipe hangers (35103), locate a rectangular hole in the frame 3″ behind the O.E. tail pipe hanger on the frame Use the same hole on the driver’s side. Use a 3/8″ bolt and washers. Bolt the hanger to the frame using the third hole... Read Full Story
The net amount of ride height increase depends upon the age and use of the vehicle, wheel offset, and numerous other factors. Stated torsion bar ride height in- creases are based upon factory specifications. If the torsion bars were “cranked up” at some point in the past, expect a corresponding reduction in overall height increase with the new torsion keys. Note that torsion bars, like any other spring, are subject to fatigue and sagging over time. Also, torsion bars have different ratings... Read Full Story
Step 1: Prior to lifting the vehicle it is recommended that you measure the stock height so that you have a base line measurement. Measure from the bottom of the wheel to the lip of the fender, as in Insert A. Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground. Use a floor jack and jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available. Next locate the torsion key at the rear of the torsion bar under the cab of the truck. (Insert B) At this... Read Full Story
This manual is applicable to Dodge Ram Truck 1500, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 either from Ram Pickup 4×2, Ram Pickup 4×4 or Ram Pickup 4000 DX Family line up, with one of these following engines: 3.7L 6 cyl. MPI Gasoline; 4.7L 8 cyl. MPI Gasoline; 5.7L 8 cyl. SMPI Gasoline; 5.9L 6 cyl. Cummins Turbo Diesel 24v and 5.9L 6 cyl. Cummins Turbo Diesel High Output and 4–speed Automatic (45RFE) or 4–speed Automatic (48RE) transmission Read Full Story
Step 1: Prior to lifting the vehicle it is recommended that you measure the stock height so that you have a base line measurement. Measure from the bottom of the wheel to the lip of the fender, as in Insert A. Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground. Use a floor jack and jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available.
Step 2: Remove the upper sway bar end link hardware, the lower strut mount hardware, the three (3) nuts on... Read Full Story
