ElConejo
Junior Member
Hey guys I have a 2016 Ram Rebel with the air suspension that the wife and I used to overland with. We have noticed that the air suspension isn't really designed to hold up to everything that we are asking it to do (Both weight and function). My company has offered me the option for a pretty nice company truck which alleviates the need to worry about gas milage on the Rebel. As such I am now planning the full build.
Lift - Since the air suspension is already a bit suspect (Struggles to lift the truck up with just the rack and tent on it and makes a interesting hum noise) I was thinking of buying this 6" lift kit. I'd be very interested in folk's feedback and if there is a better option please feel free to provide suggestions. I am a little concerned since a lot of these later upgrades will add some weight and I'm already pretty close to the weight restrictions of stock suspension, this kit offers a towing rear springs which should help.
airdelete.com
I am also curious if I will need to upgrade to a dual steering stabilizers to help assist with 37s
Wheels and Tires - Kit says that it needs 20" tires if you are going to run the 6" kit and 37s. I figure I can run a nice set of Methods with either KO2 or KO3s. I have no idea how to calculate wheel width and backspacing, so if anyone wouldn't mind pointing me in the right direction that would be amazing.
Front Bumper - Found these folks that make a Rebel specific steel bumper with a stinger. Throw a Warn 10k behind it.
www.vicedesign.ca
Rear Bumper - Need to either fab a rear bumper or find one that I like with a rear tire carrier, since having a spare in the back country is a good idea.
Sliders - These guys make nicer sliders than I can make.
white-knuckleoffroad.com
Skid Pans - Do these trucks need skid pans past the engine? There is a kit that seems to plate it front to back but its heavy.
Curious if there are other things that I may be missing or advice folks can provide as I start this build.
Lift - Since the air suspension is already a bit suspect (Struggles to lift the truck up with just the rack and tent on it and makes a interesting hum noise) I was thinking of buying this 6" lift kit. I'd be very interested in folk's feedback and if there is a better option please feel free to provide suggestions. I am a little concerned since a lot of these later upgrades will add some weight and I'm already pretty close to the weight restrictions of stock suspension, this kit offers a towing rear springs which should help.
Ram 1500 Bilstein/Zone Offroad 4" & 6" Conversion Kit (2013 - 2018)
Our Bilstein 5100 Conversion Kit paired with the Zone Offroad 4" or 6" lift system! This kit comes with all of the components required to convert your air suspension truck to our 4" or 6" lift systems. Notes: Fits 2013 - 2018 Ram 1500 4x4 (including Rebel) Does not fit 2wd models Aftermarket...
airdelete.com
I am also curious if I will need to upgrade to a dual steering stabilizers to help assist with 37s
Wheels and Tires - Kit says that it needs 20" tires if you are going to run the 6" kit and 37s. I figure I can run a nice set of Methods with either KO2 or KO3s. I have no idea how to calculate wheel width and backspacing, so if anyone wouldn't mind pointing me in the right direction that would be amazing.
Front Bumper - Found these folks that make a Rebel specific steel bumper with a stinger. Throw a Warn 10k behind it.
2015-2018 RAM REBEL & 2019-2023 WARLOCK CLASSIC | MOD V2 Bumper
LEAD TIME APPROX 3 Weeks We've shed weight on this V2 Modular [MOD] Series bumper! Constructed with a 10ga steel shell and 1/4" mounting bracketry where it matters, this bumper has a base weight of just 98 lbs! Every bumper comes with all features necessary to add options at any time you wish...
www.vicedesign.ca
Rear Bumper - Need to either fab a rear bumper or find one that I like with a rear tire carrier, since having a spare in the back country is a good idea.
Sliders - These guys make nicer sliders than I can make.
RAM 1500 Rebel / Gas / Diesel 2009-2018 Rock Sliders - White Knuckle Off Road Products
Includes the following features: Overall length of 90" maximizes coverage of the rocker from flare to flare while allowing for oversize tires 1/4" thick x 2" x 3" rectangular tube main rub rail for greater foundational strength 1/4" thick x 1-1/2" square tube legs to limit flexing while...
white-knuckleoffroad.com
Skid Pans - Do these trucks need skid pans past the engine? There is a kit that seems to plate it front to back but its heavy.
Curious if there are other things that I may be missing or advice folks can provide as I start this build.
