I just bought my 2024 ram 2500 tradesman 2 weeks ago, got 4300 miles on it already, went on a 2000 mile road trip, mostly open highway, some city, average speed 75mph I averaged 19.3mpg’s. absolutely love it. Won’t be staying stock for long.
I did a budget build on my 5th Gen but went with Thuren. 2” Thuren coils in the front w their overland shocks, 1” rear coils and their adjustable track bar. Couldn’t be happier.
Same. But I went budget budget! Second hand never installed 2.75 in front coils. Found some Thuren Fox 2.0s with a couple thousand miles on FB market place. Had a buddy run thru them to check seals and pressures. 1” rear soft ride and the long travel removable bags. 35’s though because having a spare in the stock location was a must for me.
@301cumminsI did a 1” raise (soft rate) and to be honest they are longer than stock when you set them side by side but it sits about stock height when the weight of the truck is on them, maybe 1/4” higher than stock. Ride is night and day though.
@301cumminsyes, a great improvement in ride. My friend has a 19 cummins as well but he has the rough country spacer (still running stock front springs and rear springs) and everytime he gets in mine he’s always impressed w the ride quality
I’m on the poor side with the commuter leveling. Slowly building it up. Got the torsion sway bar, rear shackles, CJC methods , upper and lower steering stabilizers and Carli skid plate. 45 front on the Toyos 40 rear day and night difference to the 6” lift the previous owner had which rode terrible. Bds by the way don’t buy that junk. Saving up for radius arms and king 2.5 pintops. Then she will be close to done 😅. CJC and Carli top notch these guys have the best customer service. Like everything in life you get what you pay for.
This is very similar to the setup on my 4th gen 2500 only difference is that I have chrome bumpers. The unloaded ride is great, but I’m considering only going with a level on my next truck and retaining the factory springs in the rear. If you spend most of your time unloaded the 3 1/4 Carli setup is the way to go, but the majority of my driving is with a load so I don’t get to enjoy the benefits of the softer ride enough, and my truck is borderline too tall to be loading and unloading regularly.
Looking at the backcountry leveling kit. On a budget as well, as the Carli radius arms a must? Of with that only being a 2.5” am I ok to keep the stock ones?
If you're tight on funds, keep the stock ones as the Carli arms are more of a cherry on top part. They're stronger, articulate/ride better, and add tire clearance, but you'll see more ride improvement from other parts like the torsion sway bar etc.
so i have a 2012 2500 mega cab. I dont tow and i dont carry anything in the bed... maybe at some point ill put one of those deployable tents... my only goal is to make it a soft ride. What kit would be best for that? the same? commuter?...is there something a bit more budgety? haha.... and, i've saw the banks intake elbow in your website, can i do a delete WITH that new elbow intake?
If you want bang for the buck, the best option for your year is the Carli Signature Series system. It's a killer ride improvement per dollar spent. As for the intake elbow, yes you can depending on your EGR setup. www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/carli23/products/carli-dodge-ram-1994-2012-2500-3500-starter-system
We have a system specific to the factory air trucks since the rear requires different shock lengths and tuning. Shoot us an email and we'd be happy to quote out install! Sales@cjcoffroad.com
@CJCOffRoad sorry about that, I'm wondering if I get a set up with 2.5" Carli coils and 4"shocks, would it work ? Or shocks might be too long for coils
I'm local with a stock new to me 2018 RAM 3500 Tradesman so I'm paying close attention :) Is there any sort of rule in terms of still fitting into parking garages? Picked up my daughter from Long Beach airport the other day and height limit was 7'. My truck currently stands at roughly 78". Not much margin for error or lift.
3 inch lifts will fit in most parking garages, but ideally stick to 35s and under if you want the suspension and you'll still fit in most places throughout the city.
Our rule is that with this 3.25" system and 37s, a 7 foot door is off limits but an 8 foot is no problem. You can usually JUST squeeze under a 7 foot door but it's too close for comfort. 35s buy you a little more wiggle room.
Well it helps to save money when you probably get product at cost since he works there and looks like he has access to mechanics lifts to do the work himself.
What’s on this truck:
Carli 3.25” Commuter System:
www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/2019-ram-2500-carli-suspension-systems/products/carli-suspension-2014-2020-dodge-ram-2500-commuter-2-0-3-lift-system
Options:
Carli Sway Bar Drops
CJC Built Skid Plate:
www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/armor-skid-plates/products/cjc-built-2019-ram-2500-3500-intercooler-guard
Method 704 HD Wheels:
www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/cjc-exclusive-wheels/products/cjc-edition-method-704-hd
Apex Valve Stems:
www.cjcoffroad.com/products/apex-rapid-precision-valve-stem-quick-deflation-valve-stems?_pos=1&_sid=8eb28ff23&_ss=r
37/12.5/17 Toyo RT tires
Is method making custom backspaced wheels for you guys?
This particular wheel is not unique to us, but we did get them to produce the 315 in a +25 offset for us.
@@CJCOffRoad how are these rims a +18? With so much poke out the fender. They aren’t a -18?
I just bought my 2024 ram 2500 tradesman 2 weeks ago, got 4300 miles on it already, went on a 2000 mile road trip, mostly open highway, some city, average speed 75mph I averaged 19.3mpg’s. absolutely love it. Won’t be staying stock for long.
Mines even more budget. Carli leveling kit. Hemi. Tradesman. Factory steelies 35’s. She’s a beast.
That's what I'm saying. I'm a cummins guy all the way, but not for these prices
Exactly what I'm looking to get lol
The intercooler skid plate drastically changes the look. My favorite!
Another Ram build done perfectly
I did a budget build on my 5th Gen but went with Thuren. 2” Thuren coils in the front w their overland shocks, 1” rear coils and their adjustable track bar. Couldn’t be happier.
Same. But I went budget budget! Second hand never installed 2.75 in front coils. Found some Thuren Fox 2.0s with a couple thousand miles on FB market place. Had a buddy run thru them to check seals and pressures. 1” rear soft ride and the long travel removable bags. 35’s though because having a spare in the stock location was a must for me.
Nice, I’m running 35s as well. Sounds like you found a really good deal haha
@301cumminsI did a 1” raise (soft rate) and to be honest they are longer than stock when you set them side by side but it sits about stock height when the weight of the truck is on them, maybe 1/4” higher than stock. Ride is night and day though.
@301cumminsyes, a great improvement in ride. My friend has a 19 cummins as well but he has the rough country spacer (still running stock front springs and rear springs) and everytime he gets in mine he’s always impressed w the ride quality
So glad you’re doing this series as it’s exactly what I’m contemplating doing 👊
Looks awesome..Ya'll are wizards with those Ram trucks. Good job!!
I’m on the poor side with the commuter leveling. Slowly building it up. Got the torsion sway bar, rear shackles, CJC methods , upper and lower steering stabilizers and Carli skid plate. 45 front on the Toyos 40 rear day and night difference to the 6” lift the previous owner had which rode terrible. Bds by the way don’t buy that junk. Saving up for radius arms and king 2.5 pintops. Then she will be close to done 😅. CJC and Carli top notch these guys have the best customer service. Like everything in life you get what you pay for.
Damn, looks sharp.
This is very similar to the setup on my 4th gen 2500 only difference is that I have chrome bumpers. The unloaded ride is great, but I’m considering only going with a level on my next truck and retaining the factory springs in the rear. If you spend most of your time unloaded the 3 1/4 Carli setup is the way to go, but the majority of my driving is with a load so I don’t get to enjoy the benefits of the softer ride enough, and my truck is borderline too tall to be loading and unloading regularly.
Love it!!!!
Looking at the backcountry leveling kit. On a budget as well, as the Carli radius arms a must? Of with that only being a 2.5” am I ok to keep the stock ones?
If you're tight on funds, keep the stock ones as the Carli arms are more of a cherry on top part. They're stronger, articulate/ride better, and add tire clearance, but you'll see more ride improvement from other parts like the torsion sway bar etc.
@@CJCOffRoad Awesome, thank you for the insight!
22X12-44 offset 👌🏽💪🏽 I guess I'm on the wrong channel!
I wanta eventually do a similar build with an old 2012 tradesman 3500
so i have a 2012 2500 mega cab. I dont tow and i dont carry anything in the bed... maybe at some point ill put one of those deployable tents... my only goal is to make it a soft ride. What kit would be best for that? the same? commuter?...is there something a bit more budgety? haha.... and, i've saw the banks intake elbow in your website, can i do a delete WITH that new elbow intake?
If you want bang for the buck, the best option for your year is the Carli Signature Series system. It's a killer ride improvement per dollar spent. As for the intake elbow, yes you can depending on your EGR setup. www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/carli23/products/carli-dodge-ram-1994-2012-2500-3500-starter-system
Could make an entire business on budget tradesman/base model conversions
So sick …
Does any of y’all’s stuff fit tundras?
Sadly no! We just focus on HD Ram, Ford and GM trucks.
@@CJCOffRoad oh well. Don’t have any of those but still LOVE the vids
Looking for that snap in rear airbag setup, can’t seem to find it on your website. Will be installing my commuter kit this weekend.
Here’s a link: www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/dodge-air-bags/products/full-travel-rear-air-bag-kit-2014-current-ram-2500
Would've been nice to see how the truck took bumps and stuff in commuting traffic
Maybe see the differences as you progress forward
That will definitely be coming! Ian has already put this truck through its paces off road.
👍👍
How would this setup do with a 1,000+ lbs welding machine and gear in the bed? Thanks in advance.
Do you have a Ram 2500 or 3500? Is it factory air or spring rear?
@@CJCOffRoad 2500 with the spring rear. Thank you.
Will this work with the factory air suspension? I see the price for the components but how much for install?
We have a system specific to the factory air trucks since the rear requires different shock lengths and tuning. Shoot us an email and we'd be happy to quote out install! Sales@cjcoffroad.com
Would I be able to do 2.5 linear coils and 4 inch shocks Absorber in my ram 2500 stock with 2" rear ?
I'm getting 37×18×9 +3
Not quite sure what you're asking, but we can get you shocks in the right length for a 2.5" front and 2" rear length.
@CJCOffRoad sorry about that, I'm wondering if I get a set up with 2.5" Carli coils and 4"shocks, would it work ? Or shocks might be too long for coils
Does your shop modify GM trucks or just Ford and Ram?
We do all three!
I'm local with a stock new to me 2018 RAM 3500 Tradesman so I'm paying close attention :) Is there any sort of rule in terms of still fitting into parking garages? Picked up my daughter from Long Beach airport the other day and height limit was 7'. My truck currently stands at roughly 78". Not much margin for error or lift.
3 inch lifts will fit in most parking garages, but ideally stick to 35s and under if you want the suspension and you'll still fit in most places throughout the city.
Thank you!
Our rule is that with this 3.25" system and 37s, a 7 foot door is off limits but an 8 foot is no problem. You can usually JUST squeeze under a 7 foot door but it's too close for comfort. 35s buy you a little more wiggle room.
It's Trick
Well it helps to save money when you probably get product at cost since he works there and looks like he has access to mechanics lifts to do the work himself.
What would this cost to do for a customer?
It does depend on options added, but we linked the parts on this truck above so you can price it out for your truck!
Full cost of this build?
The cost depends on the options chosen, but we linked all the parts above so you can price it out for your truck.