Torklift Dodge/Ram 3500 Front Camper Tie Downs – D2141 (2019–2026, 6.5' Bed)

Frame-Mounted Steel Tie Down Features:

• Improved Handling and Stability: Frame-mounted tie downs help create the most stable connection between the truck and camper for better handling on the road.
• Vehicle-Specific Fit: Each tie down application is engineered for specific truck makes and models for the most precise, bolt on fitment.
• Frame-Mounted Design: Attaches to the strongest points of the truck frame instead of relying on the bed or bumper for camper retention.
• Protects the Integrity of the Truck: By transferring load to the frame, this design helps reduce stress on the truck bed and bumper, which oftentimes contribute to damage, rust, and paint cracking over time.
• No-Drill Installation: Designed for straightforward installation without drilling into the truck frame or bed.
• Ground Clearance Friendly: The design tucks close to the vehicle to help preserve ground clearance. Features a two piece design with frame-mounted receiver and removable insert so that tie down attachment point can be removed when not in use, for a sleek and back-to-stock look.
• Custom Application Design: Each set is designed around the truck’s specific configuration rather than using a universal fit approach.
• Added Security on the Road: Provides a secure connection point for truck camper transport when used as part of a complete tie-down system.
• Independent Tie-Down Points: Features four independent tie-down points (when using front and rear frame tie downs) that bolt directly to the truck frame for a dedicated frame-mounted connection.
• Aligned with Manufacturer Recommendations: Truck manufacturers generally recommend attaching loads to the truck frame rather than the bed or bumper whenever possible.
• Bracket-Supported Design: Where applicable, support is routed through bracket and brace structures rather than relying on drilling through the truck frame.
• Lockable Option Available: Compatible with Torklift Tie Down Locks for added theft deterrence.
• Legendary Lifetime Warranty: Backed by Torklift’s Legendary Lifetime Warranty.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured in the USA.

Installation overview: Dodge/Ram 3500 (D2141/D2141A) — Front tie downs

Estimated time: 1 - 1.5 hours (one person, hand tools)

Required tools:

• Safety glasses and gloves
• Floor jack or support stand (to hold bracket during start)
• Metric/SAE socket set and wrenches (common: 15mm, 18mm, 21mm; 9/16", 5/8", 3/4")
• Torque wrench capable of 30–150 ft-lb
• Trim/panel tool (if splash shield needs to be loosened)

Important: Always follow the vehicle-specific instruction sheet included with your kit. If any directions here conflict with your printed instructions and bolt markings, follow the instruction sheet and the torque chart provided in the kit.

1. Prep the truck
   • Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and chock rear wheels.
   • If equipped, loosen the forward section of the plastic inner fender/splash shield for access to the frame holes at the front cab mount area.
2. Identify mounting points
   • Locate the front body/cab mount outrigger on each frame rail. The tie down brackets use existing factory holes at the frame outrigger and side web, ahead of the bed and just behind the cabin area.
3. Position the bracket
   • Hold the driver-side Torklift tie down bracket flush to the frame so the tie down holes align with the factory holes.
4. Install hardware finger-tight
   • Insert the supplied bolts and spacers through the bracket and frame holes in the orientation shown in your printed instructions. Start all supplied nuts by hand.
   • Repeat on the passenger side.
5. Square and align
   • Ensure both brackets sit flat to the frame, parallel to the rocker panel, and that the removable inserts slide fully into the receivers without binding. Adjust before torquing.
6. Torque to spec
7. Install removable inserts
   • Slide each tie-down insert into its receiver and secure with the supplied pin and clip. Verify unobstructed travel and that the insert can be fully removed when not in use.

Verification checks (do before loading camper):

• Each fastener torqued to spec and paint-marked.
• Brackets do not contact brake lines, wiring looms, or body panels
• Insert slides in/out by hand; pin and clip seat fully.
• Both receivers are level and at matching heights side-to-side (±1/8").

Choosing the right Torklift tie down setup

• Turnbuckles
  • Springloaded turnbuckles tensioned to 300 ft/lbs is required to reduce stress on camper and tie down anchor points and protect from damage. Best-selling Torklift Original FastGuns come equipped with a quick release handle for added convenience.
  • Avoid rigid/chain connections; they can overload camper anchor points.
• Rear tie downs
  • This page lists front tie downs only (D2141/D2141A). Matching rear part numbers vary by truck configuration. Use Find Your Fit to confirm the correct rear tie down for your set up.

Maintenance and inspection checklist

Intervals:

• Initial: 50–100 miles after first install and after first loaded trip.
• Ongoing: Every trip or 5,000 miles (whichever comes first); monthly in winter/salt conditions; before/after significant off-road travel.

Inspect:

• Fastener torque
• Bracket-to-frame contact: no gaps or fretting marks
• Insert and receiver: free of deformation, corrosion, or binding
• Pin and clip: secure; replace if bent or corroded
• Turnbuckles: spring preload per manufacturer; no cracked welds or bent hooks
• Camper anchors: no elongation or cracking

If wear is found:

• Light surface rust: clean and touch up with rust-inhibiting paint.
• Damaged hardware: replace with equivalent grade from the original kit only.
• Loose fit or rattle: confirm insert orientation and pin fit; replace worn pin/clip. Slight movement is intentionally built into the system to allow for easier insertion, even when road grime has built up.

What to expect when your kit arrives

Packing list (front kit D2141/D2141A):

• Left and right frame-mounted front brackets
• Two removable tie-down inserts with adjustable pre-drilled pin holes
• Pin and clip set (2)
• Vehicle-specific hardware pack with bolts, nuts, washers, spacers
• Printed instruction sheet with torque specs and diagrams

First steps for DIYers:

• Read the instruction sheet end-to-end and lay out hardware by bolt size.
• Watch the install video linked above.
• Plan for safe access to the frame (ramps, wheel chocks or stands on level ground).

For professional installers:

• Confirm vehicle configuration and any upfit equipment ahead of appointment.
• Test-fit inserts and check for accessory interference before torquing.

Disclaimer: Before installing and using this tie down system, review your vehicle’s guidelines regarding payload usage. Some vehicles may have payload limits that make them unsuitable for carrying a camper or an additional payload. Torklift recommends consulting your vehicle’s manufacturer to confirm you are within safe payload limits and to understand any potential warranty implications.

Torklift is not responsible for damage or warranty exclusions that may result if manufacturer payload limits are exceeded during the use or installation of these products.

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