Down to the point. I have decided to restore a 2000 Dodge Quad Cab 1500 Gas Hog.

I am looking to fit the biggest tires possible on the stock 16 inch rims.

I am new to pickups, and the pickup is lower in the front than in the back. What would I need to buy in order to lift it up and make the pickup level? I am looking at anywhere between a 3 and 6 inch lift, what else is required or should be considered when adding a lift and leveling the pickup?

 

Good info on lifts and tires in the FAQ/DIY section. Start reading. Also check the plenum. Welcome to the forum.

 

I definitely did read the FAQ/INFO forums, athough I couldn't quite find a DIRECT answer to my question about the tires.
What is the plenum?

 

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...um-thread.html

 

Why did you have to point me towards the Plenum thread? Now I feel as if I need to replace my plenum gasket >_<

 

You probably do.

The largest tires without lift? You *might* be able to fit 33's under there, with just a 2" leveling kit. Any bigger, and you will need a lift.

 

Maintenance before mods.

 

True that. But, if the tires that are on there are worn out......

 

^^ This First for sure ^^


After you get the truck completely mechanically sound, then start adding the mods you want.


I also have a 2000 Dodge quad cab that I`ve been working on for the last two years. The previous owner did nothing to take care of it, and everything was worn out from the ground up.

 

Yep.....should have said maintenance and safety first....brakes, tires, etc.