Carli Suspension XDK297 3" Leveling Starter System

The Carli Suspension 3" Leveling Starter System CS-DSTARTER-10-D is the perfect solution for anyone looking to level their Ram 2500/3500. Designed for those seeking a leveled stance with enhanced performance and ride quality beyond a basic spacer lift, this system provides a noticeable improvement in suspension performance. The optional rear components further refine the ride quality, while the Carli Signature Series front shocks are custom-tuned in-house for superior damping characteristics.

System Details:
This system raises the front of the truck by 2.5" to 3" (depending on year and cab configuration) while increasing suspension travel by 50% over the factory setup. This is achieved with taller, lighter-rate coil springs. The included Carli Signature Series front and rear shocks are designed for extended travel and feature zinc plating with a clear coat for corrosion resistance, high-quality bushings, and protective boots for longevity. A limited lifetime warranty backs these shocks, ensuring reliability at an unmatched price point.

When lifting the front end of a straight axle truck, the front axle is pulled off-center unless the proper linkages are addressed. Three inches of front lift equates to an axle shifted toward the driver’s side 3/4" and back toward the cab 1/2". Although this is perfectly operable, Carli does recommend the purchase of an adjustable track bar to shift the axle back toward the passenger side and provide a stronger link with less deflection for the lifted application, and a set of extended control arms to shift the axle forward to its new center of travel (track-bar and control arms sold separately). In the rear, the progressive add-a-pack can be added to replace the unyielding factory overload spring to increase comfort, traction & predictability (sold separately).

This system will fit up to a 35” tire with stock control arms (Carli also recommends purchasing our extended, Mild Steel Control Arms) on wheels with 5.75-6” of backspacing. If running factory wheels, it is recommend to run an All Terrain 35” tire to avoid rubbing. For 37” tire fitment, the Carli High-Clearance Control Arms and Adjustable Track Bar can be paired to a wheel with 5.75” of backspacing. The more rubber, the better the small bump compliance will be at proper inflation pressures. The ride will firm up as you go larger in wheel diameter

Required and Optional Parts to support this system:
Sway Bar Options (REQUIRED): CS-DEL-10 or CS-DEL-10-12MM or CS-DTSB3-03
Control Arms: CS-CA-MS-10 or CS-DBCA-10
Leaf Spring Options: CS-DPAP-03-D or CS-DFSP-10-D or CS-DFSP-10-D-HD
Long Travel Bags: CS-DLTB-03-4.0 or CS-DLTB-12-D
Steering Stabilizer: CS-DLMSS-T or CS-DHMSS-03-T or CS-DSSOSK-T

Features:

• Front Leveling Kit
• Increased Suspension Travel
• Tall, Light-Rate Coil Springs
• Carli Signature Series Shocks
• Extended Travel Shock Design
• Corrosion-Resistant Shock Finish
• High-Quality Bushings & Protective Boots