If your 2nd gen Ram 1500 has the classic nose-down factory rake, a leveling kit is the cheapest way to transform how it looks and clear a larger tire up front. Here's what actually matters when picking one.
Why 2nd gen Rams sit nose-down
Dodge shipped these trucks with the front end sitting roughly 2 inches lower than the rear so the truck levels out under a load. Great for towing, but empty it looks like the truck is diving. A leveling kit raises the front to match the rear.
What a leveling kit gets you
- A level stance with the factory rake gone
- Room for 33-inch tires on most 4x4 configurations
- No change to ride quality when done right, because you keep the factory suspension geometry within spec
What to look for on a 94–01 Ram 1500 4x4
The front end on these trucks is a solid axle with coil springs, so the clean way to level one is a kit that addresses the coil spring height and includes a shock tower relocation, not just a spacer stacked on worn springs. A kit with a shock tower keeps the shock in its intended travel range so you don't top out over bumps.
Our 1994–2001 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Leveling Kit with Shock Tower starts at $205.75 in a 2" lift configuration — the sweet spot for leveling without needing new driveline angles.
While you're in there
If your truck has 150k+ miles, the factory control arm bushings are probably done. Swapping in adjustable control arms at the same time lets you dial caster back to spec after the lift and fixes the wander these trucks develop with age.
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