Dirt King +3" Long Travel Kit with Heim Upper Arms for 2009–2012 Ram 1500 (2WD/4WD) – DK-542908-H

+3" per side. 13.5" of front wheel travel. This is where your 2009–2012 Ram 1500 stops pretending and starts playing in real long travel territory. Built for drivers who want race-inspired width, real articulation, and suspension that doesn’t flinch when the terrain gets violent.

This system is engineered to improve off-road handling without wrecking daily drivability, using proven geometry and heavy-duty components designed for real use.

Performance Specifications

• Wheel Travel: 13.5"
• Track Width: +3" per side
• Lift Range: 0-4"
• Maximum Tire Size: 37"
• Maximum Backspacing: 4.75"
• Minimum Wheel Diameter: 17"
• Coilover Size: 2.5" x 8"

Engineering & Construction

• Complete bolt on application, no modifications required
• Utilizes Probearing bearings
• 4130 chromoly uniball cups
• Choice of ¾" heims or delrin bushings for the UCA's
• Delrin bushings for the LCA's
• Zinc plated inner bushing sleeves
• Grease fittings for easy servicing
• 3/16" and 1/8" boxed plate construction
• Internally ribbed with extrusions for weight reduction
• Ability to adapt factory sway bar
• Limit strap tabbing

Shock & Setup Guidance

• Required coilover size: 2.5" x 8" (to match proper long travel specs).
• OEM-style replacement coilovers may work with the correct spacers/spring setup, but can limit total wheel travel compared to properly spec-built long travel shocks.
• If you’re unsure what shocks or setup to run, iShock can help you spec the right configuration for your terrain and driving style.

4WD Requirements

• models along with the purchase of extended axle shafts.

Tire Fitment Notes

• When using 37” tires with this kit modifications to the wheel well will need to be made.

What’s Included

• Boxed plate upper control arms
• Boxed plate lower control arms
• 8" quad wrapped limit straps
• Bolt on adjustable limit strap mounts
• 17-4 stainless steel misalignment spacers
• 17-4 stainless steel tie rod extensions
• DOT approved extended brake lines
• Grade 8 mounting hardware

Why Buy From iShock?

iShock is a factory-authorized sales, service, and installation center with decades of suspension experience. If you want help pairing shocks, dialing spring rates, or planning a complete long travel build, we’ve got you covered.