2011 RPW

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 12:33 am

That looks like a good time lol. On a serious note, how you liking the Thuren suspension stuff? I am getting real close to buying some suspension goodies. Trying to decide between Thuren, BDS, ICON or fabtech an leanimg towards Thuren.

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 1:48 am

I have full faith in Thuren, and wouldn't dare go anywhere else. His products are proven, and his customer service is unbeatable. Don and Aaron are top notch. I really can't justify using anyone else's products.
Just a little point proving: it takes 13 minutes from the time I get a PayPal invoice, pay it, and get a tracking number.

Will · Post by **Will** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 8:11 am

Yup, Ole Don is the way to go. I ordered shocks and bump stops and right after I paid, the bump stops are on the way. I wasn't concerned about them until the shocks were ready but he said, try them out with the shocks you have now, they make a huge difference by themselves. Considering my current shocks almost bottom out when you hit a reflector in the road (exaggeration) they will be tested for sure!

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 11:35 am

Sounds good. I wanted to go with Thuren stuff but most shops where I live have not heard of him so wont install his stuff. I am fairly confident that I could do it all myself though. I have noticed in some other post a mention of "boogie bumps", I hate to sound ignorant but are they new bump stop necessary with his stuff? I just want to order the right stuff the first time.

Will · Post by **Will** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 11:57 am

2011TXPowerWagon wrote:Sounds good. I wanted to go with Thuren stuff but most shops where I live have not heard of him so wont install his stuff. I am fairly confident that I could do it all myself though. I have noticed in some other post a mention of "boogie bumps", I hate to sound ignorant but are they new bump stop necessary with his stuff? I just want to order the right stuff the first time.

You can't go wrong with Thuren, I bet if the shops saw the product, they wouldn't have an issue installing it. As far as install in concerned, a control is a control arm, a track bar is a track bar, no matter who makes it. I'm not sure what all you are planning on but the parts can be done in your driveway for the most part. I did my own controls arms and would have the track bar but I was getting an alignment anyway so I let my shop do the track bar.

The Boogie Bumps replace the factory "bump stops" they are made longer and have a more dampening effect. It saves the axles from "slamming" into the hard OEM bump stop and lowers the blow to the axles. Right now, on my worn out shocks, I can crawl over stuff slowly and feel the truck bottom out on the factory bump stop. I have the Boogie Rated on the way and should be here tomorrow. Check out the video below on the Boogies
http://boogierated.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0U-mqmCk-8

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 1:53 pm

This is what I am thinking about:
-3" coils (possibly 6" but don't want my 37's to look small)
-shocks
-adjustable track bar
-control arms
-rear shackle
-bump stops (if they are needed)

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 4:23 pm

Going over 3" will/can lead to issues. Others may be able to elaborate, driveline issues and such. That's why I stayed at 3", and it's plenty. I couldn't be happier.

Will · Post by **Will** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 4:58 pm

You mean going 6" could, I agree 3 is plenty

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 5:11 pm

- 2003-2011 RAM DIESEL SOFT-RIDE 3" PERFORMANCE COILS - <= are those the ones you ordered? the website is pretty outdated.

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 5:14 pm

Hey 2011RPW, are you running his control arms? or still got those other ones (i forgot the name)

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 5:39 pm

No, I am not, unfortunately. I have Pure Performance extended arms (a lot cheaper, and they do ok). However, I will be switching to Thuren arms now that I decided to stay with short arms. I was considering going with Thuren alien arms (long arms), but have decided not to.

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 5:40 pm

Oh, and just email Aaron (thuren.info@gmail.com) with what you want. He'll send you a Paypal invoice.

Will · Post by **Will** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 6:16 pm

Yeah, best bet to call or email and go with what they suggest depending on your future plans.

Colibri · Post by **Colibri** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 8:19 pm

If you decide to install yourself id be glad to help if you're anywhere near the Houston area?

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 10:21 pm

I'm working outside Dallas in Terrell, and live outside of Kerrville. I'd be glad to help as well.

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 10:47 pm

Damn you guys are awesome!!! Thanks for the offer but im about 5-6 hrs south of Houston. I think when the time comes I should be ok, will probably have access to my buddies shop an his tools.
I am definitely going to email Aaron.

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 4:26 pm

Better pic

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 6:16 pm

Are you using his shocks also?

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 8:29 pm

Yes sir.

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 8:31 pm

I wish we lived closer together. I'd let you drive my wagon. You'd be ordering Thuren parts about 15 minutes after.

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 9:58 pm

Lol thanks. I'll hopefully be ordering soon.

2wagons1driveway · Post by **2wagons1driveway** » Sat Nov 07, 2015 1:47 am

Will wrote:
2011TXPowerWagon wrote:Sounds good. I wanted to go with Thuren stuff but most shops where I live have not heard of him so wont install his stuff. I am fairly confident that I could do it all myself though. I have noticed in some other post a mention of "boogie bumps", I hate to sound ignorant but are they new bump stop necessary with his stuff? I just want to order the right stuff the first time.

You can't go wrong with Thuren, I bet if the shops saw the product, they wouldn't have an issue installing it. As far as install in concerned, a control is a control arm, a track bar is a track bar, no matter who makes it. I'm not sure what all you are planning on but the parts can be done in your driveway for the most part. I did my own controls arms and would have the track bar but I was getting an alignment anyway so I let my shop do the track bar.

The Boogie Bumps replace the factory "bump stops" they are made longer and have a more dampening effect. It saves the axles from "slamming" into the hard OEM bump stop and lowers the blow to the axles. Right now, on my worn out shocks, I can crawl over stuff slowly and feel the truck bottom out on the factory bump stop. I have the Boogie Rated on the way and should be here tomorrow. Check out the video below on the Boogies
http://boogierated.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0U-mqmCk-8

you'll like them. They make a huge difference don ain't lying

Sent from Canada

2011RPW · Post by **2011RPW** » Sun Nov 08, 2015 6:06 pm

New plates...

2011TXPowerWagon · Post by **2011TXPowerWagon** » Mon Nov 09, 2015 10:04 am

Nice!!!

gun45boat · Post by **gun45boat** » Thu Nov 12, 2015 7:56 pm

Nice work....

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