!998 dodge ram 4x4 wht type of lift and tired?

Question

Im looking to lift my 1998 dodge ram 5.9L v8.... i want it to stand tall but still be able to do some good in the mud.....what type of lift and how high should i go also what tires should i put on it.....im really looking to only spend about 5-6k

Also about how much would it cost to have a ranch hand bumper replacement

Answer 1

Go with the Rock-Crusher 6" or the Fab-tech 4.5" lift and a 2" body lift.Nerf bars or retractable steps. Dual shocks in front and rear;and dual steering dampener. I would not go with any tire above 37". Nitto makes a great "Mud Grappler". Ranch hand bumpers can be found for $795 on e-bay--but I like "Road Armor" or "Fab Fours" better for off-road. Adding Mud flaps and fender flairs should also be done for State and local laws on tire size---and protect the paint and body (looks good too)--that and get five tires and wheels all the same size--nothing worse then putting on a too small of spare . All of this can easily be done at a shop in the 5-6 k range or in the 4k range if you do the shopping and the work.

Answer 2

You can get a 4.5" lift from suspension connection for $900.00 with shocks (see link 1).
They also recommend a 35" x 12.5" tire. Labor is entirely up to you, though these aren't too bad to put on yourself. If you don't have the facilities to do it, a mechanic would probably charge in the neighborhood of $600 to $2000 (depending on mechanic) to do it.

Answer 3

go to the supermarket and look in the magazines...there must be 10 differnt ones with info on wheels ..tires and other stuff...i just checked last week... look on the web under 4 x 4.suspension