dodge 2500 overland build

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hey guys

Im the proud owner of a 2nd gen dodge shes runs really strong and all the front end components have been upgraded so she handles really well.
im going to be building her out and wanted to get some advice on the following
I ordered new Toyo M655s 245/70/19.5s yes it has 19.5s hopefully there will be enough clearance as it sits.

1. Offroad bumper full grill protection with winch and receiver hitch

2. LED or HID headlight upgrade with housing DOT approved

3. 4" suspension lift

4. Exhaust brake, im going to get the PAC brake thats what Ive run in all my diesel trucks but I have never run the elbow mounted version

Which one is better to run inline exhaust or elbow version? Im just worried with all the road and winter elements that it will prematurely wear out the unit

 

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5. Overland rack--- is there one that has removable cross members?

 

[Regcabguy]

Wouldn't some 18's suffice for load capacity?

 

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Wouldn't some 18's suffice for load capacity?

yeah they definitely would but the truck already has 19.5 wheels so Im gonna run those tires for the time being. I rather use money for 18s elsewhere

 

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Here is my rear suspension setup

I would like to get rid of the blocks however I want to keep air ride

What suspension setup do you guys recommend?

 

[bucketibew]

Well she's definitely in nicer shape than my old one New York salt kills them up here

 

[Regcabguy]

Here is my rear suspension setup

I would like to get rid of the blocks however I want to keep air ride

What suspension setup do you guys recommend?

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You'll need a new leaf pack in order to chuck the blocks. My 2nd gen had horrible axle wrap. Did the prior owner haul a big cabover?

 

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You'll need a new leaf pack in order to chuck the blocks. My 2nd gen had horrible axle wrap. Did the prior owner haul a big cabover?

Oh no that's the worst but its common with diesels ... did you install traction bars?


How much of a difference in ride quality will that make?

No he didn't but he had big tool boxes and an aux tank in the back