We try to give PLENTY of guidance on doing this minor modification / repair / Upgrade to the Ram Column, so you don't every have to guess on any step. Also our included Install Guide does cover both Auto & Manual Rams so depending upon which tranny you have some may not apply - just pay attention to what does. Thanks if you do a video that would be cool ! - At Your Service - David Alan / RSRamSteeringFix

Awesome, thank you!

Great to know ! I think the fact that Ram Truck owners share 'what works' with other Ram owners, in terms of Upgrades & Fixes, helps insure our trucks will remain on the road for many years to come.

Thank you very much ! Remember once you get our Upgrade Kit for your loose Ram Column we are also happy to offer advice on any aspect of your Rams Steering performance. Please contact us by Text, Phone or email anytime - the # is on the Install Guide that came with your kit. Or on or main website, upper right menu under the 'Contact Us' tab www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com - Regard, David Alan / RSRamTruckSteeringFix

You can do it!

Hope you enjoy it! And thank you for your comment !

You bet

Welcome Sir !

Indeed we are aiming for that result too ! Feel free to call or text for tech help. The install guide is very thorough so you should have a great result in any case. Thanks for your order - David / RSRamTruckSteering.com

Yes Rodney, quite agreed - the Track Bar is a common loose part as our Ram Trucks age, and must be checked. We include a checklist along with our Install Guide Instructions. Right near the top is "check front axle Track Bar joint & pocket bushing" (aka the 'drag link') for stability. There are numerous possible loose Chassis Steering (alignment) related parts & Steering Control parts that MUST be within spec to make sure our Ram Trucks steer straight. Keep in mind this 'Track Bar' is specific to the 4x4 Rams (ie not found on 2x Rams), it's the long bar running parallel to the Front Axle, with a drivers side mount to a frame bracket, visible in the front DS wheelwell. It's other end terminates in a 'pocket' mount on PS side on axle front - there is a bushing embedded in the metal bar. So check both sides for solidity of mounting. If the Ball / Stud joint shows any movement at that DS mount position, as you have a helper turn steering wheel lock to lock (truck running), then bar is loose & causing steering imprecision. Hope that helps y'all to achieve greater steering performance ! Cheers - David Alan / www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com

Great yes we are glad to help you Josh. Visit our website at www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com and you can read more or order securely by clicking the 'Order Now' link from top menu. BTW, do check your front tire pressure. When you say small cracks seem to throw off the steering balance, it could also be your front tire pressure is TOO high. For example if you're a 2500 / 3500 Ram some guys try to run the 80 psi sidewall pressure (max for LR E 10 ply tires) on all 4 tires when in reality they only need 55-65 in the Fronts. If you run 80 psi the truck will dart all over the road as you seem to describe. The door jam sticker should say 65 psi front on a heavy Ram or a lesser # probably 45-50 psi on a 1500 Ram. Even on the rear you can run LESS than the door jam sticker those are Max #s IF you load the Ram to the axle weight listed there. Going to a truck scale is the only way to determine axle weight precisely. Anyhow, check those Fronts make sure they're not too high.

Shocks ride performance can vary greatly - picking the right exact model for your road conditions & driving style is key. For example on KYB they offer 3 levels of firmness & control. So you can choose from OE (level 1, aka Excel G) or Gas A Just (level 2) or MonoMax (level 3) Here I show the OE KYB as I was testing it. It made me quite satisfied. Under heavy towing, it probably would have lived only a year or so. If towing heavy (I used to, but not of late) regularly, use their HD Monomax. I have them on the front of my V-8 engined SUV and theyre great in that application. With Bilstein same story - various models. Bilstein are great products no doubt. I've had them on a Dodge Ram Van - great stuff. But I did have a set go bad on the front of that same Ram Van 2500. Bilstein to their credit stood behind their warranty & replaced 'em. The Rancho Adjustable - they flat out get my respect. If towing then unloaded, their adjustablility is UNPARALLELED. So, we have great options. I try not to engage in 'Shock Wars' - just like 'Oil Wars' there's not much point .... Thanks for commenting - David

Great suggestion!

Ok, we're delighted to hear its better - but lets perfect it, ok ? Have you tried using some spray lube like 'white lithium grease' at the point where the shaft passes thru the bushing ? That alone can decrease the friction to the ideal resistance. Sometimes even if you did lube before aseembly, it needs an extra bit of lube once everything is all connected to lower intermediate shaft & truck has been driven. And yes the bushing will 'wear in / break in' after a few miles of driving. Were ALWAYS here to help. If any further questions please visit our webpage / webstore at rocksolidramtrucksteering.com/ and choose 'Contact Us' from upper right top menu - you can text OR email us and we'll be there to help. Thanks so much - David Alan / RSRamSteeringFix

Yes indeed Robert our kit WILL work on the earlier 1st Gen Rams all the way back. Same column, just a slighly different intermediate shaft connection to the column center shaft. But all other respects its the same & this will tighten up your column response / lose the slop. Best Regards, David Alan / RSRamTruckSteering

Hey Mike - please visit our website at www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com to read more or order our Steering Upgrade kit for your 1st or 2nd Gen Ram securely. You can also email us at RamTruckSteeringFixTech@tutanota.com Thanks for watching & your comment !

Great glad we could point you to the source of the problem & solution. Only remove the column if YOU feel it's necessary. Many probably most - 70% + are done 'on Truck' meaning column in place. Rams can vary greatly in the amount of room to do this rebuild, different years or the 5 different engines - and related equipment installed. Our Install Guide discusses both approaches to help guide your approach. - At Your Service - David Alan / RSRamSteeringFix

Mike, hello there. Just grab the very center steering shaft - and push with decent force side to side & up & down to see if / how much play the center shaft exhibits. If it's more than say 2-3mm or 1/8" or more then our kit will help out. Also make sure your front tires aren't overinflated. Go with the door plate PSI which should read 65psi Front for HD 2500. If unladen (driving empty no load) you can reduce up to 10-15 psi no problem. This should help reduced dartiness, as the tires run flatter when not overinflated for your axle load, which you can verify on a truck scale anytime. Hope that helps. You can order our kit at www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com

Darrell, yes we sure do send Confirnation & Tracking info. By either email or text in some cases. Yours is out by now. We ship 90% of orders in 2-3 days. Keep in mind, each of our bushings is made by hand on a lathe to very precise tolerances....

No sorry Brigham, it does not. The Ram Van columns are a different layout. They seem to remain tighter but the other parts - the steering box & drag linkage seems to develop play. Also, the Ram Van, like the truck, should have the Steering Box play checked & adjusted to minimize it very few years. Be sure to check yours.

Yes Ronnie we always do, for both Manual & Auto Ram trucks, not just 2nd Gen 1994-2002 but it also fits 1st Gen Rams & 1st Gen Dakotas. Please visit our website at www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com or email us at RamTruckSteeringFixTech@tutanota.com - At Your Service - David Alan / RSRamSteeringFix

Yes Dave we do. It's just $ 10 more to ship to Canada we add it on this end. Appreciate your order & comment !

In most cases yes. But sometimes not: Tolerances vary from column to column so generally insert the bushing until it's snug, normally about 65% insertion, then check for tightness by a quick drive. Adjust insertion later as break in occurs.

No sorry Dane, the columns are different on the Ram van versus the Ram Truck.

www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com then click top right menu for 'Order Now' Thanks so much - David Alan / RamSteeringFix

Sharp eye there ERIC - those are my 19.5 wheels & tires. They're a 'Medium Duty' tire like the next step above the standard Load Range E - 10 ply on the Ram 2500 / 3500. These are LR F or G for 12 or 14 ply and around 4,000# @ 110 psi. More capacity & better ride smoothness. Not too mention longer lasting by 50% vs 10 ply. Here you go, where I got them: www.ricksontruckwheels.com/wheels-dodge-srw.php Best ride & load upgrade you can do on a 2500-3500 Ram

You can securely order from us at www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com Thanks so much - David

Go to www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com Thank you very much !

Yes indeed it does work for 1st Gen Dakotas 1986-1998, which shared columns with the larger Ram Truck, auto or manual tranny.

Yes Sir we do. We ship to any country. Normally its an extra few dollars for International shipping. Just place your order & we'll get it to you. Visit www.RockSolidRamTruckSteering.com to read more. To order click upper right menu on that page & select "Order Now" - At Your Service - David Alan / RSRamTruckSteeringFix