Ramcharger, Trailduster & Power Wagon Grrrr!! Tough Trucks! The Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth Trailduster were full size SUV's that had good looks and brute strength. The Dodge Power Wagon was comparable to them in toughness, but came in pickup truck form only.

lift on a ramcharger

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jun 22, 2021 | 05:03 PM
  #11  
chlngr's Avatar
chlngr
Registered User
Joined: Jun 2021
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Default

Thanks for the info. I have read that the combination of the CV joint and the slip yoke in the driveshaft do the job without a change in the angle. I'm not so sure of that myself, I need to do some more research.
In any event, the angle currently is WAY too much, the diff actually points well above the line of the driveshaft. As if it had a 6 or 8" lift.
Do you think I'd need to worry about it with just a 2-3" total lift?

I'm sure the shocks are kaput. They're on the list for replacement. So far, I've only put about 100 miles on the truck since I got it, but comparing that with other Ramchargers I've owned, it's a very rough ride.

Does anyone know of a source for springs, that actually know what they're talking about, rather than just pedal whatever they can get? I've not heard anything complimentary about Rough Country and their ilk.
 
Reply
Old Jun 22, 2021 | 07:10 PM
  #12  
HeyYou's Avatar
HeyYou
Administrator
Veteran: Air Force
Community Favorite
15 Year Member
Community Builder
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 87,475
Likes: 4,223
From: Clayton MI
Default

We have a truck shop in a nearby city that will custom make springs to your specs. In minute detail. Their prices are even reasonable. Might wanna see if there isn't something similar near you. (I really dislike using blocks to accomplish a lift.)

Have a look at your rear axle, block, spring, ect. See if there is a separate shim under/over the block to correct pinion angle. Also check and see if the blocks themselves are cut at an angle. Some previous person may have installed both, even though it wasn't required for that particular lift.

Can you post a pic???
 
Reply
Old Nov 11, 2022 | 09:08 PM
  #13  
richramfl's Avatar
richramfl
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2022
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

Hey congrats on the new truck...it just happens i have the same year 2wd also...i have been putting together everything i will need for a three inch lift ...I got the spacers that i needed from (McBAY performance) the are into 2wd lifts .... good luck ...i will put pics up soon with the lift
 
Reply
Old Nov 11, 2022 | 09:22 PM
  #14  
richramfl's Avatar
richramfl
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2022
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

hey 8whats up im doing the same truck and found a good selection of coilspring spacers3 and good advise from McBay performance Give them a try22222222222
 
Reply
Old Nov 11, 2022 | 09:29 PM
  #15  
richramfl's Avatar
richramfl
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2022
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

i dont think 3 inch or under you have to worry about changing the drive line angle ..its not enough to make a difference
 
Reply




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:05 AM.