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Procomp is a good value and many folks have been very satisfied. I went with BDS because 1) they allow 18” wheels v 20” 2) they match up their own UCA’s (as an upgrade) 3) they replace the rear springs v spacer lift them 4) I will most likely upgrade to their coil overs (which are just now released). BDS is more expensive but I felt it was worth it.
Mine has ORP so I definitely wanted to replace UCAs. I felt 6” on top of ORP was going to push the stock UCA’s too far. When I look at the angle of my ball joint, I definitely think it was the right decision. I would spend the money even if I didn’t have ORP. Plus, the aftermarket UCAs have grease zerks. My truck rides and handles awesome. But in full disclosure, my last truck was an 07 2500 diesel and a rough riding biotch
That bounce is coming from those big wide 22’s daddy-o. No sidewall, no flex, no absorption
That bounce is coming from those big wide 22’s daddy-o. No sidewall, no flex, no absorption
Yeah, I was just flippin you crap because we both have 35’s but I have 4” more sidewall. My wife has a Q7 and the summer tires on 22’s run way rougher than the winter tires on 20’s (same overall diameter). I’d double check that your stock shocks are long enough to be within tolerance at 6” of “stretch.” I’d be surprised if they are. They may work when compressing but are they long enough to allow ‘upward’ travel during articulation?
I’m with Silversurfer... in the end, you gotta do what’s right for your own strategy, budget, etc. The Fabtech Dirt Logic kit looks nice. If your truck is ORP, however, you’ll end up having to replace your rear springs to non-ORP part # or you’ll end up with an extra inch of rake in the back. The one ‘real world’ installation I’ve seen of this kit on an ORP still had rake even after the rear spring swap (see ‘1500 Overland’ on YouTube)
. Good luck brotha.
Really good points! I haven't decided how long I'll keep the truck, 3-5 years is most likely for me since I want to get the TRX after it comes out. And I'm sure more shocks will come out after SEMA which isn't that far away. Maybe wait a little bit longer for more options to come out idk. Getting antsy lol
I’m with Silversurfer... in the end, you gotta do what’s right for your own strategy, budget, etc. The Fabtech Dirt Logic kit looks nice. If your truck is ORP, however, you’ll end up having to replace your rear springs to non-ORP part # or you’ll end up with an extra inch of rake in the back. The one ‘real world’ installation I’ve seen of this kit on an ORP still had rake even after the rear spring swap (see ‘1500 Overland’ on YouTube)
If you have ORP and decide on BDS, here is what their Tech guys advised me: “If you want a level stance do not use the preload spacer. Should be at about 3/8” of rake with out it. If you do use the spacer you will be about ½” high in the front.”
We did use the spacer and I’m a bit high in front.
The most important thing, of course, is that you post pictures when you’re done
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I'm ok with a little rake as I do tow a boat. I figured 3/4 wouldn't even be that noticable anyways. I will absolutely post pictures when done, hopefully that's not too far off.
Better ball joint angle and articulation. My understanding is that it's not critical unless you're doing a lot of off roading. If you want them you can also go with Ready Lift, Tuff Country or Rough Country UCA's which are a little cheaper.
“Worth it” is a personal value judgement. For me, I’ll keep this truck 7-10 years so it is definitely worth this ball joint angle and having a grease zerk.
Ya I will have this truck for awhile to so I don’t wanna go with China built guess that will bring my quota up a little. Plus they say if it breaks they will replace it
