Dodge has come a long way over the years, continuing to improve both its quality and strength. The late model 8 lug platform has become a mainstay with truck consumers, especially with the Cummins Diesel crowd. The ever popular solid axle front end continues to perform well and lends itself to be modified with a good deal of aftermarket products. RCD Suspension has utilized its high quality design and manufacturing capability to produce a system that both rides and performs whether on the street or in the dirt. 94-02 1500 & 2500 4wd solid axle vehicles get a "long arm" style system, while the 03-08 2500 4wd utilizes a similar system in a short arm kit.
The RCD 6" Suspension System for the 2002 - 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 4WD with Bilstein 5100 Series Shocks Includes: CNC Machined Replacement Cast Iron Steering Spindles for Precise Steering Geometry, Heavy Duty Two Piece Lower Sub-Frame Cross Members are Precision Formed from 1/4" Thick Plate Steel Insuring Structural Strength and Durability, polished 304 Stainless Steel "Twin-Link" Anti-Compression Struts Provide Additional Support and Exceptional Support. Heavy Duty One Piece Differential Skid Plate Provides Maximum Protection. Machined Aluminum Front Driveline and Axle Hardware Insure Proper Fit and Function of the Front Drive-Train. Custom Tuned Front Ride Height Adjustable Bilstein Monotube Gas Pressure Shocks. The suspension features:RCD "Gator Black" Polyurethane Powder Coat Finish for Lasting Good Looks, A 4.5" or 6" Ride Height Can be Selected Upon Installation, High Quality Factory Style Mounting Hardware assure trouble Free Performances on these Load Bearing Shock Assemblies, Monotube Construction Provides Maximum Performance and Ride Quality, Grade 8 Hardware for Reliability, Factory Style Rear Block and U-Bolt Assembly (No" stacking of blocks) Maintains Proper Rear Spring Operation, Custom Tuned Rear Bilstein Monotube Gas Pressure Shocks Provide Superior Damping Characteristics.
This kit is compatible with:
-Will NOT work with Air Ride or Electronic Suspension Systems
-Recalibration of the speedometer, ABS and stability control systems (if applicable) will be required by an authorized Dodge Dealer
-Some vehicles may require aftermarket cam eccentrics for full adjustability
-Front suspension is adjustable between 4.5” - 6” of ride height through the torsion bars. Front system rides at 5.5” at stock torsion bar setting.
-System includes extended length front steel braided brake lines. System should be bled by an certified brake technician
-Exhaust modification may be necessary on some models to clear the front drive shaft