Depends on your definition of off road. I find that to be a very subjective term.

I'd say the "average off roader" is a weekend warrior who drives two tracks at sane speeds and 3 rated trails or less with some mud. For that you can use the R/C kit.
If you really believe your off roading involves (or you even think it will) more than that, you might want to save your cash for something better. Or set an equal amount of money aside for upgrades as you descover deficiencies.
I can assure you that the shocks R/C provides are crap...ask me how I know!

 

So the Bilstein 5100 Series Shocks are junk? why? I was thinking of getting a set, fill me in. Thats what are in that kit for shocks.

http://www.topguncustomz.com/Store/G...view=251828510

 

I thought lift blocks were not good if you plan on going offroad they are just for looks.

Dsertdog that I'd exactly what I want to do.

 

I love the way my 7" and 35's looks and functions.

 

Does a 5" lift throw off the alignment? If so I'm OK with getting an alignment but can it be aligned properly?

 

Most of them will come with a track bar drop down bracket, and a dropped pitman arm. (the one on the steering box.) That should keep things close to the stock geometry, but, doing an alignment afterwards is highly recommended.

 

The kit I received had R/C's standard gas shocks which were not Bilstiens. If a Bilstien upgrade is availible for the lit that would be a better choice.

In addition to the drop pitman arm and T-bar bracket you should get longer control arms and brop brackets or longer sway bar links...all that should be in the kit. This will provide for centering and paralleling the steering, sway bar, and track bar. These components assure proper caster, sway bar function, and reduce bump steer.

I like a bit more lift than tire myself in most cases...so I can have lots of flex.

 

Bilstein is what comes with the kit its not an upgrade or anything

 

My kit is from an earlier part of the century...

 

Hello all,
I just got a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 QC 4x4 off-road with the 5.9
It had a knock in the motor so I am re-building it. (My father owns a Mechanic/Towing Shop) I growed up being a Chevy man, and Camaro's at that. But being a father of 3 and needing a truck all the time I purchaced this from my dad, he got it in on trade. First of all I am so thankful to have found this forum. I have read and read all of the stickys and other threads. I am doing the motor rebuild and plenum fix along with the kegger mod. But my question here is that the truck currently has factory 16" rims on it and 31.5 tires, they scrub a little when turning. ( I have yet to drive the truck on the road due to the engine knock). However the build sheet I got back from Chrysler (thanks to this forum) says the truck came with LT265/70R17E size tires and rims. If it now has the stock looking 16" chrysler rims on it ( somebody must have changed it in the past) what size tires do I need to get in 16" to make the speedo and clearence issues be correct? It has the 4.10 gears in it that I verifed personally if that helps.
Also here is the build sheet , please forgive the long first post....

Dear Eric:

Thank you for contacting the Ram Customer Assistance Center in regards
to your 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 P/U Quad Cab.

We are pleased to provide vehicle build information per your request.

According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factory
with the following:

*DP Leather Trim 40/20/40 Bench Seat
-AZ Agate
ADAP Light Group
ADJP Heavy Duty Service Group
AHC Trailer Tow Group
AJD Leather Interior Group
AJKP Convenience Group
APAS Monotone Paint
ASPP SLT Decor Group
AWKP Travel Convenience Group
AWL Off Road Group
A07P 5.9L Engine(EML)/4Sp Auto Trans(DGT)
BAZP 136 Amp Alternator
BCQP 750 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BGJS Pwr Disc/Drum Rr Anti-Lock Brakes
BKAS 11x2 Rear Drum Brakes
CBEP 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat
CGDS Front Height Adjust Shoulder Belts
CGWS Next Generation Front Air Bags**
CGZS Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
CHEP Deluxe Headliner
CKEP Front Seat Area Carpet
CLAP Front Floor Mats
CSPS Passenger Assist Handle
CSRP Passenger Assist Handles
CUE Rear Underseat Compartment Storage
CUSP Overhead Console w/Trip Computer
DGB All 4-Speed Automatic Transmissions
DGTS 4-Spd. Automatic 46RE Transmission
DHAP Lock-Up Torque Converter
DHKS Shift-on-the-Fly,231HD Transfer Case
DJCS 195MM Front Axle
DMFP 4.10 Rear Axle Ratio
DRBP Corporate 9.25 LD Rear Axle
DSAP Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
EAAC All Engines
EAGC All Gas Engine
EML 5.9L V8 MPI Engine
GACS Tinted Glass Windows
GFD Rear Sliding Window
GNCP Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GNKP Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
GTSP Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away
GVBC All Vehicles W/Power Mirrors
GXM Remote Keyless Entry
HAAP Air Conditioning
HGAP Hood Insulation
HGBS Dash Liner Insulation
JAYS Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JBBP Instrument Panel Woodgrain Bezel
JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JJAS Cigar Lighter
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJJS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JPBP Power Locks
JPDP Power Windows, Driver One-Touch
JPVP Power 8-Way Driver Seat
JRDP Power Driver Seat
KTXP STRIPE/BADGE/MOLDING/COLOR
K1XP STRIPE/BADGE/MOLDING/COLOR
K17P STRIPE/BADGE/MOLDING
LBAP Map/Courtesy Lamp
LBCP Glove Box Lamp
LDAS Underhood Lamp
LMAS Halogen Headlamps
LNJP Fog Lamps
LPES Cargo Lamp
MBFS Bright Rear Bumper
MCTS Bright Front Bumper
MDA Front License Plate Bracket
MFDS Bright Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MPBP Black Tailgate Applique
MWDS Removable Tailgate w/Caliper Latches
MXBS Front Air Dam
MXCP Front Bumper Sight Shields
NAA Federal Emissions
NBKP EVAP Control System
NFWS 26 Gallon Fuel Tank
NHBP Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
NHMP Speed Control
NMCP Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
PW7A Bright White Clear Coat
QW7S Bright White Clear Coat
RAAC All Radio Equipped Vehicles
RAZ AM/FM Cassette Compact Disc Radio
RCEP Infinity Speakers
RDDP Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SBAS Power Rack and Pinion Steering
SCVP Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SFBS Front Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SGBS Rear Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SHAS Front Stabilizer Bar
SUAP Tilt Steering Column
TBBS Full Size Spare Tire
TBMP Tire Carrier Winch
TXNP LT265/70R17E OWL On/Off Road Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WFVP 17X8.0 Aluminum Wheels
WLBP Steel Spare Wheel
WMJP Center Hub
XBSS Pickup Box
XCJA 50 State FFV Emissions Order Code
XCMS Vendor Painted Cargo Box
XEAP Tow Hooks
XEEP Fuel Tank Skid Plate Shield
XEFP Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications

Thanks again for your email.

Sincerely,

Sabrina

Customer Service Representative
Ram Customer Assistance Center

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