Yeah i get that a lot. Haha I do want a Cummins one day but that day is not very near haha.

Still looking for confirmation that the 8.5 swap will fit on a 1500, if anyone knows or has any kind of idea.

 

It should work, but the correct question should probably be, "how much facrication would be required?"

So.....go for it and start a DIY thread!

 

Just want to point out that T-link and crossover steering are two different things.

 

I cant really fab stuff though.

I wish i could weld...

 

If you don't have means of fabrication, stick with the 1500 setup, but upgrade as HeyYou had mentioned (The stabilizing bracket kit DOES help and is a bolt-on kit) but if buying parts-store parts,I'd recommend Moog, and keep your receipts. Moog products use impact grade steel and are built heavier than factory. They also carry a lifetime warranty.

 

I put on the 1-ton hard components from same model year, AGR pump, Red Head box, and Borgeson intermediate shaft. It all bolts in fine. The 1-ton does change the design of the links.

 

You used the crossover from the new 08+ trucks?

Or a second gens 1-ton? That requires a lot of fab for a 2001

 

Since no one really knows if the crossover will fit a 1500 I guess Ill go with just replacing parts with better quality parts, like Moog. Apparently its the best option, but geez its a little pricey. But I guess steering isn't really the place to skimp out on uh?

I guess ill need all four of these tie rods?

https://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...500&vi=1502303

https://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...500&vi=1502303

https://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...500&vi=1502303

https://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...500&vi=1502303

And the track bar

https://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...500&vi=1502303

And the dodge offroad brace, I never thought that the frame would flex on the shaft but thinking about it does. This one doesnt do that though, guess thats why its commonly recommended?

http://www.dodgeoffroad.com/store_DORbrace2g.php

All of that is about 800 bucks. whoa!!!

Is Moog stuff really worth the price? Ive never had experience with steering components so i just don't know.

Also I assume I need all the new bushings and stuff but that confuses me too.

Would I likely need a pitman arm?

And can I have some advice on what to look for when I check my current steering components before I go replacing everything ***** nilly?

 

If you really like your truck and want to keep it a long time get Thurenfab's crossover setup for 2nd gens and a Dodge Off Road track bar. I doubt you will be complaining then. Top it off with a redhead or borgeson box and DOR's steering shaft stabilizer and you'll be set.

 

i replaced my steering stuff with 1 ton stuff a couple years ago. i used 98-99 1 ton stuff. it worked on my 99 1500 and swapped right over when i did the d60 swap. i never looked into the new 09+ stuff. when i bought my 98-99 1 ton steering parts it cost me $180 shipped. and i replaced my track bar with the XRF adjustable bar for $120 shipped. the xrf bar is alot beefier than the stock bar.

stock track bar vs XRF track bar