This kit includes 2 components, each built and powder-coated in-house.
The Ultimate Front Suspension Upgrade for Maximum Performance
Upgrade your Dodge Ram 5500 (2008-2020) with the Adjustable Front Control Arm Track Bar Kit, a complete front-end suspension solution engineered to improve alignment, axle positioning, and steering stability. Designed for heavy-duty applications, this kit is ideal for towing, hauling, and off-road use, ensuring maximum durability and control in the most demanding conditions.
By integrating all five critical suspension components, this kit allows precise axle positioning, including pushing the front axle forward (“the stretch”), which enables larger tire fitment without fender liner interference. Additionally, the adjustable front track bar eliminates bump steer and improves overall steering precision, making this kit a must-have upgrade for enhanced performance and ride quality.
Key Features and Benefits
- Heavy-Duty DOM Tubing Construction – Crafted From 1.75" OD DOM Steel Tubing With .313" Wall Thickness, These Control Arms And Track Bar Provide Exceptional Strength For Heavy Towing, Hauling, And Extreme Off-Road Conditions.
- Rock Jock Johnny Joints For Maximum Durability – Equipped With Fully Greaseable And Rebuildable Rock Jock Johnny Joints, Ensuring Superior Longevity And Articulation Under Extreme Loads.
- On-Vehicle Adjustability For Precision Alignment – Left-Hand And Right-Hand Threaded Adjusters Allow For Fine-Tuning Caster, Pinion Angles, And Axle Centering Without Removal, Ensuring Perfect Alignment Correction For 0 To 6 Inches Of Lift.
- Complete Axle Positioning Steering Stability – Upper Lower Control Arms Allow For Precise Caster Correction, Improved Tracking, And Reduced Wandering At Highway Speeds. Track Bar Eliminates Bump Steer, Ensuring Better Steering Response And Stability, Particularly Under Load.
- Optimized For Larger Tires Improved Suspension Geometry – Pushes The Front Axle Forward (“The Stretch”) To Create Extra Clearance For Larger Tires While Maintaining Proper Caster Angles For Better Handling And Road Stability. Track Bar Keeps The Axle Properly Centered, Preventing Unwanted Lateral Movement.
Unparalleled Front Suspension Performance
This kit is engineered for work and off-road applications, ensuring your Ram 5500 maintains stability, control, and alignment under heavy loads or extreme terrain conditions. The combination of upper and lower control arms with an adjustable track bar allows for full axle recentering to prevent premature tire wear and suspension stress. Optimized steering geometry eliminates front-end drift and excessive component wear. Greater handling precision reduces driver fatigue and enhances overall control.
Two-Stage Powder Coating
To maximize durability and corrosion resistance, all control arms and the track bar undergo a two-stage powder coating process. The first stage includes a zinc primer base coat for rust prevention, while the second stage applies a durable topcoat available in 10 colors to match your truck’s aesthetics while ensuring long-lasting protection.
Made in the USA
Proudly manufactured in Orem, UT, our control arms and track bar are built with American-sourced materials, ensuring strict quality control and superior reliability. Supporting American manufacturing means investing in premium craftsmanship and long-lasting performance for both work and off-road applications.
Optional Hardware Upgrade
This kit installs using factory hardware, but for rusted or stubborn bolts, we offer Grade 8 hardware kits, available separately, for a hassle-free installation.
Vehicle Fitment: Dodge Ram 5500 08+ Optimizes axle alignment, enhances steering stability, and improves suspension geometry for better handling, whether towing, hauling, or off-roading.
CORE Advantage: This kit optimizes axle positioning, improves caster angles, and enhances handling, allowing for larger tire fitment and reducing bump steer, providing stability and control for heavy-duty applications.
Adjustability: On-vehicle adjustments allow for easy fine-tuning of axle position and alignment, ensuring perfect caster and pinion angle corrections for 0-6 inches of lift. This provides precise axle recentering and suspension geometry adjustments without removal.
Construction: Crafted from 1.75” OD DOM steel tubing with 5/16” wall thickness for superior strength. Features Rock Jock Johnny Joints for increased flexibility and durability under extreme off-road conditions.
Two-Stage Powder Coating: Zinc primer base and top coat available in 10 vibrant colors protect against corrosion and allow for personalized styling of your rig.
Warranty and Origin: Proudly manufactured in the United States, our product includes a lifetime warranty on all non-wear items, providing you with confidence and peace of mind in your purchase.
Built With
Front Upper Control Arms Built With 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 3.25” long threads.
Front Lower Control Arms Built With 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 2.625” long threads.
Front Track Bar Built With 1.5” Solid Cold Rolled Steel. Polyurethane Bushings on both ends of the track bar with a Chromoly turnbuckle.
| Make | Model | Submodel | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge/Ram | 5500 | 2008 - Present |
Each rebuild kit includes all necessary components to replace and restore wearable parts.
Construction & Materials
Front Lower control arms built with 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 2.625” long threads.
Front Upper control arms built with 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 3.25” long threads.
| Vehicle | Ram HD 5500 (08–Present) |
| Brand | CORE 4X4 |
| Color | Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or LightGreen or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed. |
| Hardware | No Hardware or Complete Kit |
| Year Range | 08+ |
| Placement on Vehicle | Front Upper, Front Lower, Front |
| Mounting Style | Bolt-On |
Use the vehicle selector on our website to shop by your year, make, and model. On product pages, use the kit builder to select your color, series, lift height, and any add-on options, then add to cart. If you need help, call or email our team.
Standard orders typically ship within 1–3 business days of ordering. Custom color orders take approximately 5–10 business days. Because everything is built in-house, we can turn orders quickly even for custom specifications.
You can reach our team through the contact form on our website, or browse to the Contact Us page. Our team is available to answer pre-sale and technical questions before and after your purchase.
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Specifications
| Color | Black, Blue, Charcoal, Green, LightGreen, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow, Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed. |
| Hardware | No Hardware, Complete Kit |
| Vehicle | Ram HD 5500 (08–Present) |
| Brand | CORE 4X4 |
| Year Range | 08+ |
| Note to Core4x4: | - |
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