2014+ Suspension Lifts

Daly · July 2, 2015

So you can use the 5100s to add a little bit more height when you have a lift already? I'd like to get another 1/2" or 3/4" on my truck.

You can, but it depends on the lift. A kit like the RC 7.5" kit really can't handle the extra lift because it is essentially a 5" lift with a 2.5" levelling kit, so it causes the angles to be maxed out. Putting 5100's on it set at anything more then 0 will give you bad angles…

Habs · July 3, 2015

Anyone running the 5" RCX knuckle lift...?

Mike1220 · July 3, 2015

You can, but it depends on the lift. A kit like the RC 7.5" kit really can't handle the extra lift because it is essentially a 5" lift with a 2.5" levelling kit, so it causes the angles to be maxed out. Putting 5100's on it set at anything more then 0 will give you bad angles…

Thanks[emoji106] I may try it.

Anyone running the 5" RCX knuckle lift...?

I'm running the 6" if that counts[emoji16]

Habs · July 4, 2015

Thanks[emoji106] I may try it.

I'm running the 6" if that counts[emoji16]

How far did it push your front wheels out, and is it compatible with the stock rims?

Mike1220 · July 4, 2015

How far did it push your front wheels out, and is it compatible with the stock rims?

1.5" and yes

doozer78 · July 8, 2015

OK so I'm new to the lifted truck market I have always modified my rides but never had a lifted truck. So my question is I bought my 14 silverado used in February. It already had a 6" lift installed. I see they used blocks in the rear and the frot they have some sort of spacer that sits on top of coil spring and possibly a different set of spindels? Also all stock shocks

So what sets on style or brand of lift apart from the other? They all achieve same idea but what is the difference between them? Is it primarily the ride quality? Or does one type of lift wear less on truck suspension than the other?

I plan on keeping truck for a while so if who ever did the lift went the cheap route I'd like to make some changes and make it right. I appreciate all and any input on the subject thanks.

Edited July 8, 2015 by doozer78

MR.HAPPY · July 11, 2015

Lots of good info guys & great looking trucks......Thanks!

I'm ordering a new 16 Silverado Crew 4x4 LTZ with a 6 1/2" bed & 6.2 with max tow pkg as soon as I can put the order in.

My plan is just do a 2.5 leveling kit & 1.5-2" body lift & wanting to stay with the stock chrome 20s, (would prefer 18s but probably not available) with the tallest & widest tires I can, without any major rubbing...if I hafta trim a couple inches of plastic wheel liner, no biggy!

Does Z71 make any difference?

Whats my tire options for sizes & brands?

Hunter79 · July 11, 2015

I just ordered the bds standard 6 in lift with the fox shocks. I wanted to get the optional rear leaf springs instead of the block in the rear but the shop who doing the lift said I do not really need them. I really would like to maintain the nice factory ride. I do not tow much with the truck neither do I put a lot of stuff in the back. I'm new to lifting trucks and I want to know if I really have to worry about axle wrap. My truck has the 5.3 v8 and I would assume since it's a half ton and not a diesel axle wrap shouldn't be a big problem but I simply don't know. All replies are greatly appreciated

tsdrumm · July 12, 2015

Lots of good info guys & great looking trucks......Thanks!

I'm ordering a new 16 Silverado Crew 4x4 LTZ with a 6 1/2" bed & 6.2 with max tow pkg as soon as I can put the order in.

My plan is just do a 2.5 leveling kit & 1.5-2" body lift & wanting to stay with the stock chrome 20s, (would prefer 18s but probably not available) with the tallest & widest tires I can, without any major rubbing...if I hafta trim a couple inches of plastic wheel liner, no biggy!

Does Z71 make any difference?

Whats my tire options for sizes & brands?

If you want to stick with factory wheels then tire width is going to be what makes them rub. The big positive offset of stock wheels plus the fact that leveling kits will pull the front tires in slightly by nature of the suspension geometry is going to put the inner tire sidewall of wider tires closer to the suspension. Wider than 295 section width is going to start rubbing control arms and sway bar when the wheels are turned full lock.

Tallest sizes on stock 20" wheels that won't rub much are going to be 275/65/20 or 295/60/20.

On 18s it's going to be 295/70/18.

DKZ71 · July 13, 2015

I just ordered the bds standard 6 in lift with the fox shocks. I wanted to get the optional rear leaf springs instead of the block in the rear but the shop who doing the lift said I do not really need them. I really would like to maintain the nice factory ride. I do not tow much with the truck neither do I put a lot of stuff in the back. I'm new to lifting trucks and I want to know if I really have to worry about axle wrap. My truck has the 5.3 v8 and I would assume since it's a half ton and not a diesel axle wrap shouldn't be a big problem but I simply don't know. All replies are greatly appreciated

I would like to know more about this question as well. I am contemplating the BDS 5" block vs the glide ride springs. I am concerned using 5" blocks and axle wrap, but I am more concerned about a crappy ride with the springs being too stiff. I do tow toys, but not every day. (snowmobiles, quads jet skis etc.) Anyone with either set up want to comment? Thanks.

zimm zoom · July 13, 2015

I went with a 6" BDS lift. Fox coils up front, new leafs in the rear.

Edited July 13, 2015 by zimm zoom

doosierra · July 13, 2015

I just ordered the bds standard 6 in lift with the fox shocks. I wanted to get the optional rear leaf springs instead of the block in the rear but the shop who doing the lift said I do not really need them. I really would like to maintain the nice factory ride. I do not tow much with the truck neither do I put a lot of stuff in the back. I'm new to lifting trucks and I want to know if I really have to worry about axle wrap. My truck has the 5.3 v8 and I would assume since it's a half ton and not a diesel axle wrap shouldn't be a big problem but I simply don't know. All replies are greatly appreciated

I just installed this kit on the same truck as yours and so far my only complaint is that I wish the rear of the truck sat about an inch higher. I'm thinking of installing an add a leaf to cure this problem, as for the ride I think it is better than stock. The kit is pricey, but very well built and really ties the front of the truck together. I'm running a air raid intake and diablo sport tuner and driving on no interstates i'm still getting 17mpg after its recalibrated. Moto metal mo970 20by 10's with mickey thompson deegans 35by12.50 awesome tires and very little noise for the size of the lug. I hope this helps you out.

DKZ71 · July 13, 2015

I went with a 6" BDS lift. Fox coils up front, new leafs in the rear.

How do you like the rear leafs? How do they compare for ride against stock? I have heard others here say they are too stiff. Have you towed anything with that set up?

DKZ71 · July 13, 2015

I just installed this kit on the same truck as yours and so far my only complaint is that I wish the rear of the truck sat about an inch higher. I'm thinking of installing an add a leaf to cure this problem, as for the ride I think it is better than stock. The kit is pricey, but very well built and really ties the front of the truck together. I'm running a air raid intake and diablo sport tuner and driving on no interstates i'm still getting 17mpg after its recalibrated. Moto metal mo970 20by 10's with mickey thompson deegans 35by12.50 awesome tires and very little noise for the size of the lug. I hope this helps you out.

How high did the rear of your truck end up being? I am guessing a 5" block should put you around 45 inches?