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Updated 2" Mopar Lift/Level Kit - Discussion

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I don’t have the tools for the install, I was wondering if a dealership should be able to do it in 4-5 hours?
That should be more than enough time. The install is relatively simple pending you have the right tools. At a shop with a lift, they should be able to breeze through it. The most difficult part is disassembling/reassembling the front struts. The rear shouldn't take but about 30-45 minutes. When I installed my level kit, I had an extra set of hands helping me and we were done in three hours. This is with a floor jack and jackstands crawling around on the ground. I didn't have to disassemble the strut assembly, but a shop will have the tools to make that easy.
 

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That should be more than enough time. The install is relatively simple pending you have the right tools. At a shop with a lift, they should be able to breeze through it. The most difficult part is disassembling/reassembling the front struts. The rear shouldn't take but about 30-45 minutes. When I installed my level kit, I had an extra set of hands helping me and we were done in three hours. This is with a floor jack and jackstands crawling around on the ground. I didn't have to disassemble the strut assembly, but a shop will have the tools to make that easy.
Thanks for the info, I’ll try another dealership I questioned the time and they said it’s a solid 8 hour job
 

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I have a 2021 RAM 1500 RWD Laramie w/o air suspension, and ordered part# 77072424AC from a dealership in Georgia. They emailed me and said that they could not confirm the fitment on my truck. Any reason why this would not work on my truck?

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Thanks for the info, I’ll try another dealership I questioned the time and they said it’s a solid 8 hour job
Sounds a little high for labor. No way it should take a dealer more than 6-8 hours for install. Check out this thread....

 

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Well I just checked with the dealer who quoted me $1900 for the lift installed, they are now telling me it’s $1350 for the lift and $1300 for the install that it’s a 1-2 day job.
Is 4-5 hours a reasonable amount of time to install the lift?
I was charged $900 for install by a local shop including the alignment and I thought that was even a little high but I wanted it done right. I personally think 1300 sounds high.
 

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Thanks for the link.

They told me 1-2 days for a total of $1,500 labor, once I questioned it they dropped it to a full 8 hour day and $1,350. Planning to call around to get some other prices.
 

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Spoke with another dealer they want $1,200 I can’t believe they get away with charging that.
I saw on another local dealers website that shows the lift and installation $1,950 I reached out to them just waiting to hear back.
anyone know if the mopar coupon for accessories covers the lift kit
 

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Spoke with another dealer they want $1,200 I can’t believe they get away with charging that.
I saw on another local dealers website that shows the lift and installation $1,950 I reached out to them just waiting to hear back.
anyone know if the mopar coupon for accessories covers the lift kit
It should. I don’t see why it wouldn’t. I used it for the Ram Airflow.
 

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Spoke with another dealer they want $1,200 I can’t believe they get away with charging that.
I saw on another local dealers website that shows the lift and installation $1,950 I reached out to them just waiting to hear back.
anyone know if the mopar coupon for accessories covers the lift kit
The coupon does cover the lift kit but a maximum 200 dollar discount if i remember right. My local dealer said 5 to 6 hours and they only charge 75 an hour for accessory install. Those prices you are getting quoted are way too high.
 

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My dealer accepted the Mopar coupon for me. Here's my quote and it was $200 less than the quote because of the coupon. Dealer also charged a discounted labor rate of 80 an hour for accessories. It was 4 hours of labor... but they added 1 hour labor for the front off road springs to be added. They also matched the best online price I could find on the tires I got. It took longer than expected so they gave me a loaner vehicle for the night and didn't charge any extra labor. No complaints about the my dealership at all. It came out perfect
 

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Thanks for the pictures. Looks perfect, I have the same truck and planning to do something very similar. How bad did it affect your MPG? Are you happy with the ride quality?
 

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Thank you! I installed the hellwig sway bar for lifted trucks on it so the steering feels like stock. I feel like I can feel the bumps a little more than stock but is still a smoother ride than my gmc sierra was.
I don't know about the mpg reduction. I only average 6000 miles a year so I never pay attention to it.
 

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I doubt 4-5 hours doing it at home, really depends if you have all the tools available and multiple jacks. without rushing 6-8 hours maybe
I paid for 4 hours labor at the dealership. The part on any Mopar site says 4-5hours to install. Sound like they are trying to rob you. Might want to check a different dealer
 

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I paid for 4 hours labor at the dealership. The part on any Mopar site says 4-5hours to install. Sound like they are trying to rob you. Might want to check a different dealer
I brought that up to the first dealer and was told that was only for warranty work, which doesn’t make sense to me.
 

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I get what they are saying. they aren't willing to do the work at the suggested rate. some dealers always have to fluff and gouge. Im in the process of getting a lift and there is definitely alot of factors to consider
 

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Would having somebody other than a dealership install the Mopar lift void any warranties if the person installing it was still ASE certified?


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Well I just checked with the dealer who quoted me $1900 for the lift installed, they are now telling me it’s $1350 for the lift and $1300 for the install that it’s a 1-2 day job.
Is 4-5 hours a reasonable amount of time to install the lift?
Find a different dealer. I found the lift on line from a dealer in Detroit. Paid around 1k for it and 600 or 640 for instal at a dealer. Good luck.
 

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