1974–93 Ramcharger & Plymouth Trailduster chassis stiffening
1 kit to stiffen the frame, from frame rails and connectors to braces and roll bars.
- How it's built
- Body-on-frame two-door SUV on a shortened Dodge D/W pickup chassis. First generation 1974-80, second 1981-93; Plymouth Trailduster was sold 1974-81.
- Weak spots
- Rust in floors, rear quarters and wheel wells; top seals leak on early removable-top trucks; the steering-box mount area of the frame can crack.
Stiffening kits
| Area | Kit | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frame stiffening | Vans Auto 80-85 Dodge Truck Ramcharger Steering Box Brace for 2 Wheel Drive (CHT4447405-VANS) | Reproduction factory brace that reinforces the frame at the power-steering box; listed for 1980-85 Ramcharger 2WD. | $183.95 $183.95 at Restoration Performance (reseller) Source |
Prices are from the linked seller pages and change often. Confirm fitment for your exact year and body style before ordering; many weld-in parts need professional installation. Some links earn us a commission.
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