Carli Dominator 3.0 Leveling - Base - 3in Lift - 03-09 Ram 2500/3500 - Diesel - 4X4
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Can I pick up my order or have it installed at your shop?
Absolutely. We offer local pickup on most products and full professional installation at our shop in Washington, MO. Whether you just want to grab your parts or have our techs handle the install, we’ve got you covered. Give us a quick call at 636-429-7020 or message us to schedule a visit — we’ll make sure the parts are ready when you arrive.
How do I know if this part fits my vehicle?
How do I know if this part fits my vehicle?
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What if I need to return a product or it’s defective?
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What's the lead time on custom or fabricated parts?
Many of our parts are built to order — especially fabricated or performance components. These can take additional time to produce before shipping. Lead times vary by manufacturer and demand, but we’ll always keep you updated along the way. If you’re working on a tight schedule, reach out before ordering at 636-429-7020 and we’ll confirm current availability or estimated ship dates.
Description
Description
Carli Suspension
Carli Dominator 3.0 Leveling System Base Kit
The Carli Dominator 3.0 Leveling System is designed for 2003–2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 4x4 diesel trucks, delivering Carli’s true jack-of-all-trades short-arm suspension package. Built for customers who want the best balance of on-road comfort and off-road capability, this system maintains the factory short-arm layout while providing a major improvement in ride quality, control, and suspension travel.
This system features Carli Signature tuned King 3.0 inch remote reservoir shocks, taller lighter-rate front coil springs, a full progressive rear leaf pack, and an adjustable track bar to help correct axle position after lifting. The Dominator is the top all-around short-arm system in the Carli lineup, offering excellent street manners while giving the truck off-road performance that makes it feel much smaller and more controlled.
Key Features:
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Provides approximately 2.5 to 3 inches of front lift, depending on year and cab configuration
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Provides approximately 1 to 2 inches of rear lift with full progressive leaf springs
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Increases suspension travel by approximately 50% over the factory platform
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Carli Signature tuned King 3.0 inch remote reservoir shocks
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Custom piston design for proper base flow rates on heavy-duty trucks
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17-4 stainless steel shock shafts for durability and corrosion resistance
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Taller, lighter-rate coil springs improve ride quality and travel
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Full progressive rear leaf pack improves comfort throughout the usable travel stroke
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Adjustable track bar helps recenter the front axle
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Designed for factory short-arm suspension setups
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Maintains the ability to return the truck to stock
System Details:
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The Dominator is Carli’s top short-arm, all-around suspension system
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King 3.0 inch shocks are custom tuned by Carli and are not off-the-shelf King shocks
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Shocks are tuned around Carli’s custom piston design for heavy-duty truck performance
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Oversized 3.0 inch shocks provide increased control and off-road capability
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Front spring buckets must be bored for proper shock clearance
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Full progressive leaf pack replaces the entire factory rear leaf spring assembly
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Rear leaf pack increases travel and ride comfort throughout the usable stroke
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Extended control arms are recommended to shift the axle forward to its new center of travel
Sway Bar Options:
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Extended sway bar end links help reset factory sway bar engagement points after lifting
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Extended links use 1/2 inch FK rod ends and in-house machined 17-4 stainless bodies
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Factory pillow bushings are reused with the extended end links
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Optional torsion sway bar replaces the factory sway bar assembly
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Torsion sway bar uses fabricated drop brackets, Delrin bushings, fabricated sway bar arms, and dual 5/8 inch FK heim end links
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Torsion sway bar is one of Carli’s best ride-quality upgrades
Notes:
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Compatible with diesel 4x4 applications.
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Full progressive leaf pack reduces payload by approximately 15% from a standard Ram 2500.
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Payload reduction can be supplemented with Carli Long Travel Airbags for added load support and control.
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Lifting a straight axle truck shifts the front axle toward the driver side and rearward unless linkages are addressed.
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Adjustable track bar helps move the axle back toward the passenger side.
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Extended control arms are recommended to correct the rearward axle shift.
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King shocks use plated steel bodies. If exposed to harsh weather for extended periods, Carli recommends wrapping the shock bodies with 3M protective film as a replaceable moisture barrier.
Wheel and Tire Fitment:
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Fits up to 37 inch tires with Carli High Clearance Control Arms and Full Progressive Leaf Springs.
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Recommended wheel specs for 37 inch tires: no more than 9 inches wide with 5.75 inches of backspacing.
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If using factory control arms or factory wheels, Carli recommends a 35 inch all-terrain tire.
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Larger wheel diameters may result in a firmer ride due to reduced tire sidewall.
Vehicle Fitment:
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2003–2009 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Diesel
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2003–2009 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Diesel
SKU: CS-DD30-03-D
