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Just Bought A 03 RAM 2500 what should I do first for upgrades?

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Old 11-19-2010, 06:14 AM
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I bought a 03 Ram 2500 a month ago and I bought a K&N intake for it but was wondering what everyone here thinks I should do to it next to make it even better? Its pretty much all stock and the one good thing was it was a one owner truck and very well taken care of but im the kinda guy that loves to build my trucks up so any suggestions?? thanks guys
 
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Old 11-19-2010, 06:50 AM
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Great buy. Be sure to post some pics. In the mean time, take some time to read here

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Lift it!
 
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Old 11-19-2010, 07:13 PM
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I doubt if you'll agree, but, pull all the drive lines and axles, if necessary, and replace all the u-joints with greasable ones----you'll thank me later, unless, of course, its already been done.
 
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Front u joints, rear joints, take gone fishin advice.

AS for modifications, a true dual ex system helps with mpg, but I doubt you will get the $$$ back in operating costs.

I would never consider lifting any dodge truck due to limitations of the stock u joints, before spending money on modifications, spend your money on a tune up, servicing, good tires, the boaring stuff, its the cheapest way to get milage and performance out of a hemi.


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lift, wheels and tires
 



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