Carli Pintop 2.5 Leveling System - Base - 2.5in Lift - 2013-18 Ram 3500 - Diesel
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How do I know if this part fits my vehicle?
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Description
Description
Carli Suspension
Carli Pintop 2.5 Leveling System Base 2.5in Lift 2013–2018 Ram 3500 Diesel
The Carli Pintop 2.5 Leveling System is designed for Ram 3500 owners who want a quality big-shock suspension system with moderate lift height, improved ride quality, and confident light- to medium-duty off-road performance. This system provides a 2.5-inch front lift for a leveled stance while maintaining factory rear leaf springs to preserve load capacity, towing manners, and hauling capability.
At the heart of the system are Carli-specific, blueprinted King 2.5-inch remote reservoir shocks on all four corners. Compared to a 2.0-inch shock, the 2.5-inch shock body delivers 55% more piston surface area for improved control and performance. Carli engineers designed custom pistons and tuned the shocks in-house to optimize ride quality, handling, and predictability both on-road and off-road.
Key Features:
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2.5-inch front lift for a leveled stance
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Carli linear rate front coil springs
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Carli-specific King 2.5-inch remote reservoir shocks
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Rear piggyback reservoir shocks tuned for factory rear leaf springs
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Custom Carli shock pistons for proper base flow rates
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17-4 stainless steel shock shafts for durability and corrosion resistance
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Adjustable track bar to recenter the axle at the taller ride height
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Front reservoir mounts display the 9-inch remote reservoirs over the front tire
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Maintains factory rear leaf springs, load capacity, and hauling capability
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Improves ride quality, handling, and off-road control
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Helps reduce front-end sloppiness that can contribute to Death Wobble
Notes:
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Fits 2013–2018 Ram 3500 SRW and DRW diesel models.
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Fits 2019 and newer Ram 3500 DRW diesel models only where applicable.
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This system is not upgradeable to any other Carli Suspension system.
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Designed for customers wanting a quality big-shock system with off-road capability, minimal lift, and no reduction in payload or hauling capacity.
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Slight eccentric bolt compensation is recommended to correct caster after installation.
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No radius arm drops are included.
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Customers may experience slight front coil spring bow at the 2.5-inch lift height without radius arm drop brackets.
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Radius arm drop brackets can be added separately to alleviate coil bow and recenter caster adjustment if needed.
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This system will result in tight, responsive handling.
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Carli 3-inch suspension systems will ride softer in the rear due to their included reduced-capacity rear springs.
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Ride quality can be substantially improved with the addition of a Carli torsion sway bar.
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A Carli low-mount steering stabilizer is recommended for any tire larger than factory size.
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Recommended tire size is 35 inches.
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Recommended wheel width is no more than 9 inches.
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Recommended backspacing is 5.5 to 6 inches.
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An 18-inch diameter wheel is recommended for optimal ride quality.
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Recommended unloaded tire pressure is 45 PSI front and 40 PSI rear.
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King shocks use plated steel bodies. If exposed to inclement weather for extended periods, Carli recommends wrapping the shocks in 3M film to provide a replaceable moisture barrier.
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King shock oil is rated to -55°F.
Vehicle Fitment:
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2013–2023 Ram 3500 Big Horn
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2013–2023 Ram 3500 Laramie
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2014–2015 Ram 3500 Laramie Limited
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2013–2020 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn
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2016–2023 Ram 3500 Limited
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2021–2023 Ram 3500 Limited Longhorn
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2013–2015, 2017, 2019–2022 Ram 3500 Lone Star
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2013–2023 Ram 3500 SLT
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2013 Ram 3500 ST
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2013–2023 Ram 3500 Tradesman
SKU: CS-DPT25-LVL-13-D
