Apex Chassis ProLock Complete Steering Kit | Polished Aluminum | 2014-2026 Ram 2500/3500 4WD

One kit. Both components. One alignment fee. Done.

Every Ram HD owner who upgrades their steering eventually hits the same wall — one component without the other is a half-finished job. The tie rod and drag link are a single interdependent system. Fix one end and leave a flexing OEM bar on the other and you've still got a mechanical compromise waiting to trigger death wobble under load.

The Apex Chassis KIT385-POL eliminates that compromise entirely. A matched set of polished solid 7075-T6 aluminum ProLock components — tie rod and drag link — engineered specifically for the radius-arm platform on the 2014–2026 Ram 2500 and 2013–2026 Ram 3500 at 2–6" of lift. Gas or 6.7L Cummins diesel. One installation session. One alignment fee. Full system locked.

Why the diameter split matters: The tie rod runs knuckle-to-knuckle across the lower axle beam where lateral load demands the full 1.75" cross-section. The tighter clearance window around the Ram differential housing rules out a 2" bar — it scrapes and binds at full steering lock on this platform. The drag link operates in the more restricted space near the passenger-side frame rail and sway bar links, where the 1.5" solid aluminum clears those frame components through full suspension compression without contact. Both diameters are platform-specific decisions, not cost-saving measures.

✅ This kit fits

❌ This kit does NOT fit — read before ordering

2013 year-split note: Ram moved the Ram 3500 to the radius-arm front suspension layout in 2013 — a full model year before the Ram 2500 made the same transition. This means KIT385-POL fits the 2013 Ram 3500 but will NOT fit a 2013 Ram 2500. If you have a 2013 Ram 2500, stop here and see the KIT381 series.

Supporting mod requirements:

• Lifts 2–4": Direct bolt-on. No additional hardware required beyond the kit.
• Lifts exceeding 4": A track bar relocation bracket is strongly recommended to maintain proper front axle centering and minimize scrub radius deviation. Verify pitman arm drop compatibility before ordering — an aftermarket dropped pitman arm may be required. Text (469) 407-7538 with your lift brand and pitman arm setup and we'll confirm before we ship.
  
  
  

Before You Buy — Questions We Get Asked

Q: Why buy the complete master kit instead of individual components?

The complete KIT385-POL ensures your entire front steering track operates on the same material grade, the same joint capacity rating, and the same geometric plane simultaneously. Upgrading both in one session means one shop visit and one alignment fee — not two separated by weeks, two alignment charges, and the intermediate state of mismatched steering components. If you prefer to phase the work, KIT386-POL (tie rod) and KIT387-POL (drag link) are available individually. But the math on the master kit is straightforward.

Q: Will this permanently fix death wobble on my Ram 2500 or Ram 3500 Cummins?

Yes — provided your ball joints and track bar bushings are in serviceable condition. The primary mechanical driver of Ram HD death wobble is shank deflection: the factory 7/8" threaded shanks on OEM linkage flex under the combined weight of a 6.7L Cummins, heavy wheel offsets, and 35"–37" tires. That flex creates the oscillation feedback loop. Both components in this kit carry 1.25" ultra-thick threaded shanks — a cross-sectional increase that eliminates the flex point entirely. No deflection. No oscillation.

Q: How hard is this install and what will I need?

Intermediate difficulty. This is a complete front steering linkage replacement — not a bolt-on accessory. Standard hand tools, a torque wrench, and a floor jack are required. An alignment shop visit immediately after installation is not optional — it is mandatory. Do not drive at highway speeds until caster, camber, and toe have been properly set. The Apex installation sheet with torque specs and a cotter pin install sequence is included with the kit. Budget one garage session for the swap and one same-day or next-day alignment appointment.

The Obsidian Take

The KIT385-POL is the right kit for the Ram HD owner whose truck is a daily driver, a tow rig, or a show build — someone running 35"s or 37"s on a 2–6" lift who wants death wobble gone permanently, front axle compliance on heavy tire packages, and a mirror-finish undercarriage that reflects the standard of the rest of the build. The 7075-T6 aluminum construction reduces unsprung weight over the front axle relative to solid steel alternatives, which means faster damper response and reduced rotational load on the factory electronic steering assist module — a real long-term cost on trucks that tow heavy. The ProLock system physically locks alignment settings under fifth-wheel load and highway washboards. Polished raw aluminum handles winter road salt without structural compromise. One kit, one session, one alignment fee. This is how you finish the steering overhaul correctly.

This kit is not for dedicated rock crawlers or builds where the steering linkage will make direct contact with boulders. Aluminum's natural flex memory is an asset on trail impacts and highway vibration — it is not the correct choice for a truck that regularly scrapes its steering bars against hard rock faces. For that application, the KIT385-STL in solid chromoly steel is the correct tool. If your 2013 Ram 2500 brought you to this page, stop — this kit will not fit your knuckles. See the KIT381 series. Text (469) 407-7538 if you're between trim levels, lift heights, or material choices and need a straight answer before you add to cart.

Product information is compiled from manufacturer-provided data. Obsidian Forged Auto Supply is not responsible for manufacturer-driven specification updates, metadata changes, or accuracy discrepancies in the foundational data sheets.

2014–2026 Ram 2500 / 2013–2026 Ram 3500 4WD. Gas or Cummins. 2–6" lift. One kit. One session. Locked.