How does Carli address the common driver's side lean on these trucks?

Carli designs the front coil springs to be side-specific, with the driver's side spring intended to lift slightly more than the passenger's side. This is an attempt to counteract the factory lean often found on 1994-2002 Ram trucks. However, due to the variations in these trucks, achieving a perfectly level stance may require minor adjustments or the use of small spring spacers.

What other components might be needed for optimal performance after installing this lift kit?

For optimal axle centering and stability with a 3-inch lift, Carli recommends an adjustable track bar and extended control arms, though these are not included. Extended sway bar end links are also available to properly reset the sway bar's engagement points with the increased suspension travel.

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Specifications

Brand: Carli
Part #: CS-D3-BC-CS-94-D

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Carli Backcountry 2.0 Leveling System - Base - 3in Lift - 1994-02 Ram 2500/3500 - Diesel

Name: Carli Backcountry 2.0 Leveling System - Base - 3in Lift - 1994-02 Ram 2500/3500 - Diesel
Brand: Carli
SKU: carli-carli-backcountry-2-0-leveling-system-base-3in-lift-1994-02-ram-2500-3500--t14-831982G
Price: 2404.10 USD
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Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500. Carli's Backcountry 2.0 leveling system provides a 3-inch lift with improved on-road comfort and off-road capability.

Key Features

Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models.
Provides a 2.5"-3" front lift, depending on year and cab configuration.
Includes Carli SPEC 2.0" diameter remote reservoir shocks with anodized aluminum bodies and hardened steel shafts.
Features multi-rate, side-specific front coil springs designed to correct common driver's side lean.
Offers 50% more suspension travel compared to the factory setup.
Shocks are fully serviceable and rebuildable with a 1-year warranty.

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Fits these vehicles

Dodge Ram 2500 1994-2002
Dodge Ram 3500 1994-2002

Product Details

Carli Suspension is known for developing high-performance suspension components for trucks, and their Backcountry 2.0 Leveling System is a prime example of that expertise for your 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 or 3500 diesel. This system is designed to give your truck a 2.5 to 3-inch lift in the front, significantly improving its stance and capability for both on-road and off-road adventures. It's built to offer a more comfortable ride around town and on the highway, while also handling towing, hauling, and slower-speed off-road excursions with confidence.

At the heart of this system are the Carli SPEC 2.0" Diameter Remote Reservoir shocks. These shocks feature durable 6063 aluminum bodies with an anodized finish for corrosion resistance, a strong 5/8" hardened steel chrome-plated shaft, and are fully serviceable and rebuildable. They use a 1-piece bushing in the 6061 billet rod-ends and are filled with a premium 5WT oil, carefully tuned to balance lubricity, consistent damping, and a wide temperature range for reliable performance in various conditions. The front coil springs are multi-rate and side-specific, designed to account for the common driver's side lean found on these trucks, aiming to achieve a level stance. The system also includes shock tower spacers to accommodate the lift height.

For the rear, this system is designed to work with either a Progressive Add-A-Pack or a Full Progressive Leaf Pack, which are sold separately. The Full Progressive Leaf Pack is highly recommended as it's what the system was tuned with, offering increased travel and comfort. Lifting the front of a straight-axle truck like yours can shift the axle, so while this kit doesn't include an adjustable track bar or extended control arms, Carli recommends them for optimal axle centering and stability. Extended sway bar end links are also available to properly reset the sway bar's engagement points with the added suspension travel. This system is designed to fit up to a 35-inch tire, and Carli recommends wheels with 5.75-6 inches of backspacing for best results.