6.2_Denali

So I just talked to BDS and they have not had this situation come up as of yet. He said I could go with a coilover up front and just do away with the spacer used in the lift, but obviously that is going to be the more expensive route. I asked if theoretically I could use an aftermarket front strut that is the same length and keep the spacer and he said he is not allowed to say that it would work, but theoretically it should work. The rear is not really an issue, as long as the shock is the same size it should be able to be replaced without an issue. But this is why I was wondering if anyone else had done this to get their input, but it sounds like it is a rare situation. Now wishing I had just deleted magneride when I picked the lift and had it all done at once. Unfortunate.

Hey guys, so I have been reading some of the other threads on this, however have not seen any where they had a truck lifted with the 6" BDS magneride lift, which is what I have. I went with the 6" magneride BDS lift because my truck does have the magneride shocks, however they are now going out on me and truck is riding rough, and I am really wanting to do the xineering delete kit and go with aftermarket shocks because I have read so many bad things about the magneride system, and with how expensive it is to replace, and that the truck will actually ride better with aftermarket shocks like fox 2.0 or bilsteins. So my question is, am I going to run into any issues being that my lift is the BDS magneride lift? I wouldn't think I would, but I wanna make sure before I pull the trigger. Any input would be appreciated! Thanks guys.

Nahh its level, on a bit of a hill in the pic and also had the old wheel/tires in the bed so may look like it is higher in the front.

Finally got the truck done, still plenty to do but think the lift and wheels/tires turned out great. What tire pressure are you guys running in your 35s, trying to find the right pressure for the most comfortable ride. Thanks!

Finally got the truck back, need to get some better pics but think it came out good!

Trust me I know, its a real pain in the ass having to wait, which is also why I am trying to get the wheels/tires figured out as quickly as I can. And I was thinking the same thing, but also like the deeper lip on a lot of 22x12.. Kind of think there will have to be a decent amount of trimming anyways, but im not sure.

Hey guys, so I finally pulled the trigger on the lift kit after doing a bunch of reading, went with the 6" BDS lift kit that retains the Magneride suspension on my 2017 denali, now I am trying to figure out the best wheel and tire combo with regards to looks obviously but also fitment, don't want to have to do a ton of trimming although some will be done, and also plan on either trimming the plastic air dam on the front bumper to about half its size or just removing it all together, but want to have some input from guys that have already done similar setups, apparently it will take around 5 weeks for the lift to get in so have some time to decide, but want to get it figured out. I'm wanting to run 35s with a 22" wheel, but not sure if a 22x10 or 22x12 wheel will work out best. Any recommendations or advice is appreciated, let me know what yall think!

Yeah insurance is covering it, but unfortunate timing with thanksgiving and everything bc it will probably take longer, we’ll see. But yeah I was thinking if I do 35s I’ll do 3.73 gears and if 37s I’ll do 4.10s, I do a decent amount of highway driving so I’m leaning more towards 3.73s

That’s awesome man, looks good. I’m still undecided on the direction I want to go. And currently my truck is at the gmc body shop because a deer ran out of the woods and right into the side of my truck, about $3,700 worth of damage and a big pain in the ass.

That looks damn good buddy! How do you like it?? 6” on 35s right?? Any scrubbing?

Hey man, you ever end up getting everything installed?! I wanna see it!

Which 6" Pro comp lift did you go with?

Sweet, I am still undecided lol now I am thinking of going with a 6 in lift, maybe 7, and going with 325/50r22. Such a tough decision lol

Look forward to seeing it man, when is it getting done?

So if I were to regear, what would you think to go with, because I may decide after lifting that I want to go ahead and regear, you think 4.10s? 4.56s?

Thanks guys, pretty sure I know what I wanna do now

See that looks awesome man! Do you have the 5.3 or the 6.2? Stock gears? Any regrets or advice?!

I would want to run 37/13.5, would that change your opinion at all or go for it?

I hear you, so in your own opinion, going with the mcgaughys set at 9" with 37s will be fine with stock gears? I will eventually probably have it tuned also, but not right away. Just really been trying to decide between 37s or 35s but really want to go with 37s.

I was just reading another guy's topic asking which lift to go with and was reading what you were saying to him and was about to send you a message lol I am really wanting to go with the McGaughys 7-9 set at 9 with 37's, so very similar to your setup. However with reading so many mixed feelings in regards to whether you need to regear it or not I am not sure if I should do it or not. But with what you're saying I feel like I would be fine to go ahead and do it. As of now I do not do much towing but will eventually be picking up a boat and would obviously want to be able to tow it with my truck, and from what I've read I will be able to do that with a nice drop hitch no problem. I guess the question that I've been wrestling with the most is whether it would need to be re geared because I really don't want to have to do that, and thought with the 6.2 it would be able to handle the 37s, but lots of mixed feelings about that lol

Yeah that is what I am hearing too and not sure if that is really necessary.

Hey guys, I have a 17 Sierra Denali with the 6.2. Looking at lifting it and having a hard time deciding between going with 35s or going with 37s.. I am going to go with the mcgaughys 7-9" inch lift and if I decided on 37s would have it set at 9 and if 35s probably set at around 8. Would really like to go with 37s bc I think these trucks look great on 37s, but want to get advice from people who have done it. IF i went with 37s is the power loss on this 6.2 going to be ridiculous? Completely terrible MPG? Obviously know it is going to go down a decent bit, but wondering around how much. Not looking to get flamed here, just looking for advice from people who have done it and experienced it. Any advice will be appreciated! Thanks guys

Hey guys, I have a 17 Sierra Denali with the 6.2. Looking at lifting it and having a hard time deciding between going with 35s or going with 37s.. I am going to go with the mcgaughys 7-9" inch lift and if I decided on 37s would have it set at 9 and if 35s probably set at around 8. Would really like to go with 37s bc I think these trucks look great on 37s, but want to get advice from people who have done it. IF i went with 37s is the power loss on this 6.2 going to be ridiculous? Completely terrible MPG? Obviously know it is going to go down a decent bit, but wondering around how much. Not looking to get flamed here, just looking for advice from people who have done it and experienced it. Any advice will be appreciated! Thanks guys