i got some extra cash that is burning a hole in my pocket and i figured i should spend it something i need, just needed to know if im buying the correct stuff, i need front/rear shocks and needed to know if i even needed the strut mounts or not

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ALSO i figured while im at it and getting the stuff installed, might as well get a leveling kit. i read the inside strut leveling kits cause premature wear on suspension components but the over strut kits do not? i want to go with a 2 inch leveling kit but just unsure which to get.
(was looking at this one http://www.roughcountry.com/dodge_2w..._leveling.html )

i currently have 275/60r17 size tires (factory chrome rims) and i need to get some new tires. i like the width of the tires i currently have but dont know if they will look funny with the leveling kit, so i am looking for some suggestions. i wanted some with a little bit more of a tougher look but not spend a fortune on them. i was looking at some online for some and found the price range to rest between 600-900 for all 4 tires.


ps: i know this has been discussed like a **** but id rather ask all my questions in 1 thread instead of reviving 3 old threads

 

rough country is fine to me and i am 4x4 since 40 000km installed

 

I personally have a Daystar 2" leveling kit. My truck's a 4x4 though. I hear that the 1.5" levelers are a little better from reading on here a little bit. And I definitely have heard great things on the Ranchos, thinking about going for a set when I get the $. I also have some Cooper Discoverer STT's on there right now, but I don't believe they'll last very long. They're 265 70R16s. Look good though.

 

Ranchos all around here with the trail master 1.5 leveling kit. Love the setup.

 

so is the one i am looking at, an over the strut leveling kit? and is it better? and what about the strut mounts, do i need them?

 

Daystar 2" over the strut leveling kit. 265/70-17 tires. Monroe struts. I did not install new mounts

 

over the strut kit is the way to go.. pretty easy to install. a little nerve racking if its your first time (but what isn't), and after 15k miles i haven't noticed a problem.

 

so where does the creaking/popping noise come from? struts or strut mounts?

also what brand tire does everyone recommend getting? i am currently using 275/60r17

 

Daystar 2" leveling kit, Ranchos all the way around, leaf helpers in the rear. I love my setup.

Tire-wise, some more information on the type of terrain you will be seeing would help. If you are looking for an All-terrain tire, or mud terrain, street, it would help my suggestion.

I have the Goodyear Wrangler Authority A/Ts, but they are more like a mud terrain. I absolutely love them. I have 32K on them so far, and about 50% tread left.

 

my truck rarely sees dirt, highway/city driver

i just dont want some tires that will look wimpy with the leveling kit