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Has anyone installed an Air Lift "SlamAir" kit on their 2014-2018 Silverado 1500? Getting mixed info while searching. I called Air Lift and told them the kit I was looking at and the best they could offer was, "That's for 2000 and lower trucks, can't guarantee any fitment." Some websites say the kit is for 2WD only? How does this make a difference? My truck is lowered approximately 2/3.5, via McGaughys spindles up front, 2" lowering shackles in the rear with the rear block deleted and replaced the U-Bolts with shorter ones. That's it! I will be towing my car (car + trailer is 5500 to 6000 pounds, tongue weight approximately 600 pounds I guess) and could have up to 1000 pound in the bed as well. SlamAir Kit 59209 https://digital.airliftcompany.com/m/758672c55fc82d36/original/MN-682.pdf Help! TIA, Krunch

Just checking in about something I was going to do years ago, but only got around to doing today. I have a 2016 Silverado WT, 4X4, ECLB. A few years back i installed the McGauthy's spindles in the front, and 2" shackles in the back. Today I knocked out the rear blocks between the springs and the axel, and replaced the bolts with the shorter style. So total drop now I guess is 2 / 3.25. I stuck my head under the truck, and it may be sitting on the OEM bump stops, or maybe just touching them, not sure. I know a few years back I had a load of topsoil in the box and driving home it felt solid. I assume it was well down on the bump stops at that time. I Jump up and down on the tailgate (I'm about 250 pounds) and it seems fine, not solid, like the day with the topsoil and it seems the shocks were working good. After the blocks were removed (and new 22" tires) the mechanic said it seems to ride better now overall (I picked him up this morning and he drove it back, then picked me up this afternoon). In the driveway on a small grade it currently measures 35-3/8" from the center of the wheel well in the fender to the ground, Front and rear. Here's my question... I am planning on towing my 02 Monte Carlo on a (U-Haul aluminum) flat deck 1/2 way across Canada later this summer. Should I do anything about the bump stops? Has anyone maybe taken a hack saw and cut one of the hoops off the end of an OEM bump stop maybe? Also I was told by U-Haul the sweet spot for the distance to the top of the ball plate should be 18 - 20". The top of my receiver is currently 16". So at a minimum I am going to have to flip some type of hitch to get me in that range. Any / all comments about my current setup and what to expect on a 3,000+ mile driver later this summer, are welcomed. Curious if the current setup is fine, or if I should address anything. Thanx, Krunch

Hey all, I am in Canada, I have a 2016 Silverado, and just got a letter today. First I’ve heard of this issue! While I think the failure should be addressed better, the letter I just got says the warranty on the pump is now 10 years or 240,000 kilometers, (almost 150,000 miles). Anyone else get this new letter?

I think my ride is SLIGHTLY softer with 2" shackles and shock extenders. (Still stock shocks) May do those and get the lowering struts up front and set them at 0.5" and 1" depending on how the look is as soon as i remove the rear block. I want a tiny bit of rake. Thanx, Krunch

Ok, another question... How does the ride quality compare between a 2" shackle and block delete, and a 4" drop via a flip kit? Thanx, Krunch

Can you elaborate on the leafs being too soft? While I notice an improvement in ride quality in my truck with just 2” lowering shackles and shock extenders, I am actually wondering now if I should have done those leafs (McGauthys I assume you are referring to) as I would like my truck to ride like a cloud ? More info in the leafs would be appreciated ? thanx, krunch

Was hoping to do a little more before posting but... The hillbilly package is partially uninstalled. 2” McGauthys Spindles 2” McGauthys Shackles Niche 22” M192 Altair Wheels Lionheart 285-45-22 Tires Ventshades Retrax Tonneau Cover Trailer hutch delete (not needed) 4X4 Decal Delete (working on custom “Blackout” graphics) Dirt ? Looks almost level in this pic, must be the ground. Still need to remove the rear block.

Can you describe the spacers / know the diameter, length, and hole size by any chance? Thanx, Krunch

Much thread left on the bolts when you torqued them down? Odd that Belltech offers a "Spacer" with their kit if they are not needed. Just trying to get all my ducks in a row for when I drop my truck off to my guy to lower it. I don't want, and can't afford delays when doing this. Thanx, Krunch

Hey guys! Just ordered my McG spindles, 2" lowering shackles, and shock extenders (just in case) today. I am removing the block as well from the axle, but forgot to address the "Spacers" I need as the consensus here seems to be that its ok to reuse the old bolts. I know Belltech has a spacer in their kit, trying to see if I can order that separately. I think I've heard to use washers as well? What type, size, and quantity? Using washers sounds kinda hackish to me but I may have no other option. I've seen replacement bolt P/N: 15002781 referenced here as being shorter but Rock Auto's price is about $23 a piece plus shipping and it says it's not for my 2016. Any other suggestions besides flat washers I should consider? Thanx, Krunch

I only plan to throw a few pieces of lumber in it every now and again or my bike which is about 500 lbs. Thanx, Krunch

What about bump stops? Will I need to replace or modify the OEM ones? Thanx, Krunch

Hmmm... I think I understand what they may have done, and doing this may have eliminated the need for spacers on your bolts. If that’s what they did, I wonder if they added some sort of plate between the top of the rubber block and the u-bolts so the bolts wouldn’t squat into the rubber? thanx, krunch

Flipped the block? I thought it got deleted? thanx, krunch

Ii have 4WD, I have 20” stock rims and winter tires for winter, and just bolted on the 22” summer rims and tires. So I don’t need to trim any studs? would consider reusing the bolts but I would also need to buy spacers anyway right? thanx, krunch

I was leaning towards McGaughys parts. I think I read something about having to cut a nut or something on the Bell spindles? Was also considering ordering new, shorter bolts to eliminate spacers completely. Do I need shock extenders and different bump stops for the rear drop I am planning? Thanx, Krunch

Hey guys, I think I have decided where I want to start with my lowering. I hope to order spindles for the front, and 2” lowering shackles and remove the rubber block between the leafs and the the axel. Should be about 2/3.5ish. Should maintain a little rake when empty and level out when I have my bike in the back ? will I need new, shorter bolts for the leaf springs and what about shock extenders? Anything else I am forgetting? Thanx, Krunch

I’m in a similar boat. my Wheels and Tires (22s) are currently in transit. In the next couple of months I hope to order spindles for the front, and 2” lowering shackles and remove the rubber block between the leafs and the the axel. Should be about 2/3.5ish. Based on the truck above, should be exactly where I want to start. Should maintain a little rake when empty and level out when I have my bike in the back ? will I need new, shorter bolts in the rear and what about shock extenders? Anything else I am forgetting? Krunch

Nasty, Im also interested in why you would choose the coils over the struts in this situation. This is the exact decision I am about to make. Would the coils / spindles make a better ride or are their other gains to solving this vs using struts / spindles. thanx, krunch

Nice truck. 24”s I assume? What tire size? krunch

204-WPG, I should take a rip to Winnipeg and check out your truck and chat if I could ever find the time. You don't happen to visit Brandon from time to time by chance do you? Krunch

Just curious Daly. What drop, front and rear are you targeting? I also have a 4x4 and bell told me more than 2/4 is not recommended on a 4x4. thanx, Krunch

Just Bell or Mcgauheys as well? Thanx, Krunch

That's kit is not adjustable to a 1/2" is it? Or based on before and after measurements this is where you landed? Thanx, Krunch