Seat in my truck is killing me
Our 2006 Dodge dually 4x4 has very stiff suspension. The ride is better when towing fifth wheel but still very rough. Had shocks replaced, new tires, which help a little. Planning to put more air i...
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horseylady,
There are some upgrades available. They are expensive, but way less than buying a different truck.
You can look into R4Tech, Auto Flex and Kelderman Air Ride.
R4Tech link
Auto Flex Air Ride Suspension
Kelderman Air Ride 2003-2009 Dodge 2500/3500 2-Stage Rear Air Suspension
Kelderman Air Ride 2003+ Dodge 2500/3500 2-Stage Front Air Suspension
When I bought the Kelderman Air Ride for my truck I did not know it would lower the rear of the truck and reduce the rear suspension travel by about 2 1/2". I worked around that with a 2" lift block and pinion angle shims.
Kelderman has since changed their website and now reference "Stock Height". If you consider Kelderman, I suggest you verify if it will significantly change the available suspension travel.
The other two choices above became available after I bought.
The new Dodge trucks now have a factory option for air ride suspension upgrades. You can accomplish something similar with available aftermarket upgrades.
No more back pain for me after driving the truck.
Good luck.
There are some upgrades available. They are expensive, but way less than buying a different truck.
You can look into R4Tech, Auto Flex and Kelderman Air Ride.
R4Tech link
Auto Flex Air Ride Suspension
Kelderman Air Ride 2003-2009 Dodge 2500/3500 2-Stage Rear Air Suspension
Kelderman Air Ride 2003+ Dodge 2500/3500 2-Stage Front Air Suspension
When I bought the Kelderman Air Ride for my truck I did not know it would lower the rear of the truck and reduce the rear suspension travel by about 2 1/2". I worked around that with a 2" lift block and pinion angle shims.
Kelderman has since changed their website and now reference "Stock Height". If you consider Kelderman, I suggest you verify if it will significantly change the available suspension travel.
The other two choices above became available after I bought.
The new Dodge trucks now have a factory option for air ride suspension upgrades. You can accomplish something similar with available aftermarket upgrades.
No more back pain for me after driving the truck.
Good luck.
