New wheels, need a level?

Ieatlead · March 24, 2012

I picked up some XD Addicts that are 18" and I'm wrapping them in Nitto Trail Grapplers, 285/65/18. My Silverado is 4 wheel drive and I'm not sure it's leveled. I looks pretty level to me and when I measured front and back it was with in .5" of each other. The odd thing is I don't see a spacer any where on the front. It's a 2009' could the torsion keys be cranked up? If so, how can I tell? I want to make sure this will fit with out any last second rubbing issues.

cparks555 · March 24, 2012

Look under the strut for a spacer or a dounut looking spacer on top of the strut. If your measurements are correct, then it sounds like you're already leveled.

Ieatlead · March 25, 2012

Yeah, I must be leveled although I can't find evidence of such. I'll post up a pic but it appears to be leveled to me or it has really tired leafs.

Big Whiskey · March 26, 2012

If it's a '09 4x4, it won't have torsion bars. There could be a spacer above or below the strut assembly....or it could have a whole new aftermarket strut/spring assembly. If you post a pic of the front suspension, we can help you out.

Also, you'll need a level kit for sure to run those tires and rims....maybe more.

Ieatlead · March 30, 2012

I'll get some pics tomorrow of the front suspension. Thanks guys.

AEB · March 30, 2012

If it's a '09 4x4, it won't have torsion bars. There could be a spacer above or below the strut assembly....or it could have a whole new aftermarket strut/spring assembly. If you post a pic of the front suspension, we can help you out.

Also, you'll need a level kit for sure to run those tires and rims....maybe more.

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Ieatlead · March 30, 2012

Are the spacers usually made out of what looks like aluminum? I'll post pics in a few minutes. Looks to me like a 1" spacer.

Big Whiskey · March 30, 2012

The material used for the spacer varies by company. A 1" spacer will provide 2" of lift, due to the suspension geometry. Just measure the spacer and double that number....that's how much lift you have over stock

Ieatlead · March 30, 2012

Here are some pictures of the side and the suspension. At this point I think it's leveled. Thank you Rod for your help!

SouthCo · March 30, 2012

Rear is stock height and front definitely looks leveled. Get a pic of the bottom of the strut where it meets the a-arm. Top of strut looks stock.

BlackZ71Silverado · March 30, 2012

Top is stock. From the picture. If you look close, you can see the OEM clips that go over top of the bolts where the shock mounts. Is it possible that the rear blocks are changed out?