Best level Kit? Pucks or springs?

quiet riot · 11-27-2008, 07:41 PM

I have a friend that tried pucks on his 2004 dodge to level it and he said he didn't like it and it rattled over bumps, etc. He went to springs and liked it better. I think d25? springs or something like that.

Do others find this true and is there a difference for my 2007.5 6.7ctd 2500 pickup over earlier years? On my older fords I did springs on the lifts instead of blocks to get better articualtion/travel but I don't want to lift this much as its too much of a pain for a work rig.

Just maybe 2" level and 33-35's on stock alloy wheels if possible.

I'm in oregon but don't mind ordering and installing stuff myself if you folks have input for me.

Thanks,
jd

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2007.5 409, Kore leveling kit and 35's. K&N, Xcellent Running Truck Now

Captain Call · 11-27-2008, 07:56 PM

My friend just installed some Kore leveling springs and loves them. His is an 08 3500 4X4 6.7.

06okcummins · 11-27-2008, 08:29 PM

I have used home built coil spring spacers on two different occasions. The first time I built 2.5 inch spacers and I didn't like them. There was a lot of rattling and it felt like the front axle was jumping up and down excessively. It also fish-tailed a lot on wash boarded dirt roads.

The second time I made them I spent a little more time and got a true 2 inch lift. I liked them. They fit the coil snug and had no rattles, no more fish-tailing.

Then about a month ago I found a really good deal on a new KORE leveling kit on ebay from a private seller. At first I didn't like them and I got on here KORE leveling kit question. to complain. But now after almost a month I love it!

The ride is superior on dirt roads and pretty darn good at highway speeds. I honestly believe that there is a break in period for these springs. This thing settled down 1.5 inches and now sits level. I measured before and after the springs were installed. Springs gave me 3 and 5/8ths lift about ten minutes after install. I drove it for two weeks and noticed the ride was better. Now after a month it is awesome.

Now I just need to get me the rear mini coil packs because I can't feel most bumps when the fronts hit but the rear bounces pretty good on cracks and expansion joints.

Sorry for being so long but I thought all my knowledge on the subject would help you better than saying "THEY ARE TEH SHIZNITE!!"

Good luck with your choice!

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2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires

Last edited by 06okcummins : 11-27-2008 at 08:31 PM. Reason: poor spellin'

quiet riot · 11-27-2008, 11:30 PM

That's the kind of info I was hoping for. I think i'll maybe try that way with springs.

Thanks,
jd

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06okcummins

I have used home built coil spring spacers on two different occasions. The first time I built 2.5 inch spacers and I didn't like them. There was a lot of rattling and it felt like the front axle was jumping up and down excessively. It also fish-tailed a lot on wash boarded dirt roads.

The second time I made them I spent a little more time and got a true 2 inch lift. I liked them. They fit the coil snug and had no rattles, no more fish-tailing.

Then about a month ago I found a really good deal on a new KORE leveling kit on ebay from a private seller. At first I didn't like them and I got on here KORE leveling kit question. to complain. But now after almost a month I love it!

The ride is superior on dirt roads and pretty darn good at highway speeds. I honestly believe that there is a break in period for these springs. This thing settled down 1.5 inches and now sits level. I measured before and after the springs were installed. Springs gave me 3 and 5/8ths lift about ten minutes after install. I drove it for two weeks and noticed the ride was better. Now after a month it is awesome.

Now I just need to get me the rear mini coil packs because I can't feel most bumps when the fronts hit but the rear bounces pretty good on cracks and expansion joints.

Sorry for being so long but I thought all my knowledge on the subject would help you better than saying "THEY ARE TEH SHIZNITE!!"

Good luck with your choice!

__________________
2007.5 409, Kore leveling kit and 35's. K&N, Xcellent Running Truck Now

CumminStrokeThis2001 · 11-30-2008, 11:43 PM

I have the "puck" leveling kit in my 01 and am not impressed...would the bigger springs be the same for the 01 and the 3rd gens...what kind of spring should i get>?

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06okcummins · 12-01-2008, 08:56 AM

I went with KORE. I heard nothing but good about them on this site. I would go with this KORE HP Leveling Kit 1998-2008 Diesel

Kit says 1998 to 2008 so you should be good.

From what I read in other posts on here is that the other "Name Brand" springs such as Rancho or Superlift give a harsh ride, pretty stiff and un satisfactory. I can't seem to find the post now or I would link to it for you. Good Luck!

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2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires

rvrcummins · 12-02-2008, 11:28 PM

I have the truxx leveling kit my big o dealer put them on and I had no problems at all its been great

06okcummins · 12-03-2008, 12:11 AM

Yup I had my 2" spacers and I really liked it. I think it all depends on how much lift you want out of it. The 2.5 was awefull, the 2" was like factory ride (which in a 2500 is acceptable) and the Kore was pretty darn good.

Now don't get me wrong guys, It won't make it ride or handle like a sports car, think of the Kore springs as "making it ride like a 1500 pickup"!

__________________
2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires

quiet riot · 12-04-2008, 01:24 PM

Thanks for the replies, I've ordered the Kore HP leveling kit and I'm waiting for it to arrive.........

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2007.5 409, Kore leveling kit and 35's. K&N, Xcellent Running Truck Now

ban89 · 12-04-2008, 03:41 PM

you won"t be dissappointed! I learned the hard/expensive way and went with the spacers first. Progressive rate coils with good shocks are where its at for ride quailty and worth evey penny.

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2007.5 w/ 6.7l, auto, XRT 175hp, Suspended by Carli Bilstein 2.65'' and some Carli extras
Class 7 Prerunner 520HP Ford, equal length i-beams/3 link w/ King Coilovers/Bypasses/bumps

Danderson · 12-04-2008, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by quiet riot

Thanks for the replies, I've ordered the Kore HP leveling kit and I'm waiting for it to arrive.........

It's hard to beat that kit for what they get for it. You'll like it!

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'07 2500 SLT,5.9,reg.cab.,G-56, 4wd,8' Northstar popup 24/7. Carli,Defiant,Kore,Lorenz and MADS.

Unklmyk · 12-05-2008, 05:32 PM

I used the Hell Bent Steel 2" kit and it's been great. Ride is as good as stock, truck is level and the extra 2" front travel has been great.

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'07 3500 DRW 4WD Mega Cab, 6.7L, G56 6 speed, 3.73 LSD, Rancho 9000 XL shocks, 2" levelling kit, Firestone Ride-Rite's, AFE CAI with dry-flow, Banks DPF-back system, Mag-Hytec, BD SBS & trackbar, BD Ultra X Tuner,16K Pullrite slider hitch.

11-27-2008, 07:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
quiet riot Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oregon Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts quiet riot's Truck Pics	Best level Kit? Pucks or springs? I have a friend that tried pucks on his 2004 dodge to level it and he said he didn't like it and it rattled over bumps, etc. He went to springs and liked it better. I think d25? springs or something like that. Do others find this true and is there a difference for my 2007.5 6.7ctd 2500 pickup over earlier years? On my older fords I did springs on the lifts instead of blocks to get better articualtion/travel but I don't want to lift this much as its too much of a pain for a work rig. Just maybe 2" level and 33-35's on stock alloy wheels if possible. I'm in oregon but don't mind ordering and installing stuff myself if you folks have input for me. Thanks, jd __________________ 2007.5 409, Kore leveling kit and 35's. K&N, Xcellent Running Truck Now

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11-27-2008, 07:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
Captain Call Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Out west Posts: 251 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Captain Call's Truck Pics	My friend just installed some Kore leveling springs and loves them. His is an 08 3500 4X4 6.7.

11-27-2008, 08:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
06okcummins Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Guymon OK Posts: 109 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts 06okcummins's Truck Pics	I have used home built coil spring spacers on two different occasions. The first time I built 2.5 inch spacers and I didn't like them. There was a lot of rattling and it felt like the front axle was jumping up and down excessively. It also fish-tailed a lot on wash boarded dirt roads. The second time I made them I spent a little more time and got a true 2 inch lift. I liked them. They fit the coil snug and had no rattles, no more fish-tailing. Then about a month ago I found a really good deal on a new KORE leveling kit on ebay from a private seller. At first I didn't like them and I got on here KORE leveling kit question. to complain. But now after almost a month I love it! The ride is superior on dirt roads and pretty darn good at highway speeds. I honestly believe that there is a break in period for these springs. This thing settled down 1.5 inches and now sits level. I measured before and after the springs were installed. Springs gave me 3 and 5/8ths lift about ten minutes after install. I drove it for two weeks and noticed the ride was better. Now after a month it is awesome. Now I just need to get me the rear mini coil packs because I can't feel most bumps when the fronts hit but the rear bounces pretty good on cracks and expansion joints. Sorry for being so long but I thought all my knowledge on the subject would help you better than saying "THEY ARE TEH SHIZNITE!!" Good luck with your choice! __________________ 2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires Last edited by 06okcummins : 11-27-2008 at 08:31 PM. Reason: poor spellin'

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CumminStrokeThis2001 Cummins Nut Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: langley British Columbia Posts: 310 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts CumminStrokeThis2001's Truck Pics	I have the "puck" leveling kit in my 01 and am not impressed...would the bigger springs be the same for the 01 and the 3rd gens...what kind of spring should i get>? __________________ Its not pollution, Its HORSEPOWER 2001 88,000kms Stg 2 cold air, 6" stacks, silencer ring MIA, smarty juice stacked, BD injection pump, FASS leveled, 35's and a whole lot of black smoke

12-01-2008, 08:56 AM	#6 (permalink)
06okcummins Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Guymon OK Posts: 109 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts 06okcummins's Truck Pics	I went with KORE. I heard nothing but good about them on this site. I would go with this KORE HP Leveling Kit 1998-2008 Diesel Kit says 1998 to 2008 so you should be good. From what I read in other posts on here is that the other "Name Brand" springs such as Rancho or Superlift give a harsh ride, pretty stiff and un satisfactory. I can't seem to find the post now or I would link to it for you. Good Luck! __________________ 2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires

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rvrcummins Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 246 Thanks: 6 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts rvrcummins's Truck Pics	I have the truxx leveling kit my big o dealer put them on and I had no problems at all its been great

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06okcummins Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Guymon OK Posts: 109 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts 06okcummins's Truck Pics	Yup I had my 2" spacers and I really liked it. I think it all depends on how much lift you want out of it. The 2.5 was awefull, the 2" was like factory ride (which in a 2500 is acceptable) and the Kore was pretty darn good. Now don't get me wrong guys, It won't make it ride or handle like a sports car, think of the Kore springs as "making it ride like a 1500 pickup"! __________________ 2006 2500, 4x4, Inferno Red, Striker 2, S&B cold air intake, KORE HP leveling kit, lots of chrome and polished aluminum, home built bumper. 12 speakers, JVC Arsenal head unit. 305-65-17 Pro Comp Xtreme MT tires

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quiet riot Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oregon Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts quiet riot's Truck Pics	Thanks for the replies, I've ordered the Kore HP leveling kit and I'm waiting for it to arrive......... __________________ 2007.5 409, Kore leveling kit and 35's. K&N, Xcellent Running Truck Now

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ban89 Diesel Head Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 1,226 Thanks: 0 Thanked 41 Times in 40 Posts ban89's Truck Pics	you won"t be dissappointed! I learned the hard/expensive way and went with the spacers first. Progressive rate coils with good shocks are where its at for ride quailty and worth evey penny. __________________ 2007.5 w/ 6.7l, auto, XRT 175hp, Suspended by Carli Bilstein 2.65'' and some Carli extras Class 7 Prerunner 520HP Ford, equal length i-beams/3 link w/ King Coilovers/Bypasses/bumps

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Unklmyk Cummins Fan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Montrose Colo. Posts: 43 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Unklmyk's Truck Pics	I used the Hell Bent Steel 2" kit and it's been great. Ride is as good as stock, truck is level and the extra 2" front travel has been great. __________________ '07 3500 DRW 4WD Mega Cab, 6.7L, G56 6 speed, 3.73 LSD, Rancho 9000 XL shocks, 2" levelling kit, Firestone Ride-Rite's, AFE CAI with dry-flow, Banks DPF-back system, Mag-Hytec, BD SBS & trackbar, BD Ultra X Tuner,16K Pullrite slider hitch.