2014+ Suspension Lifts

[M.Kirk]

Curious to know if anyone with a BDS lift or zone lift that also has amp power steps installed what the new height the step is at with lift installed. I run a RC 2" level the steps are ~10" when the step is out. I'd like it higher up or more off the ground.

 

Anyone have comparisons of a zone 4.5" and BDS 4/6" lifts side by side? Some pics look deceiving as far as how high actually truck sits. I'm 50-50 on going with a zone 4.5" or bds 6" i can't decide

I don't have a comparison of the two lifts but the post I just made shows before and after my 6inch BDS. I'll try and get some fender measurements for you when I get back home tonight

 

 

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[jimmyboy8301]

Curious to know if anyone with a BDS lift or zone lift that also has amp power steps installed what the new height the step is at with lift installed. I run a RC 2" level the steps are ~10" when the step is out. I'd like it higher up or more off the ground.

 

Anyone have comparisons of a zone 4.5" and BDS 4/6" lifts side by side? Some pics look deceiving as far as how high actually truck sits. I'm 50-50 on going with a zone 4.5" or bds 6" i can't decide

if it helps I have the 4.5" Zone with a 3" block on 33s. My fenders are 42.75F and 42R

 

 

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Edited April 27, 2017 by wildchevys

[M.Kirk]

Curious to know if anyone with a BDS lift or zone lift that also has amp power steps installed what the new height the step is at with lift installed. I run a RC 2" level the steps are ~10" when the step is out. I'd like it higher up or more off the ground.

 

Anyone have comparisons of a zone 4.5" and BDS 4/6" lifts side by side? Some pics look deceiving as far as how high actually truck sits. I'm 50-50 on going with a zone 4.5" or bds 6" i can't decide

Just measured, front fender is 44.5inches back fender is 44.75 inches and I have factory steps, the bottom of my steps are 18.25 inches from the ground. Maybe that will help

 

 

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[asalinasz39]

I really don't know the specifics but I love this kit, and the guy that does my alignments says he's never seen a lifted truck keep alignment like mine. I even bought a lifetime alignment and it has yet to be out. It's really tough as well. I almost hit a deer one night and ran off the road at 50+ mph and hit a ditch and I was sure that it bent something but it didn't. I really have not had one bad thing happen with this lift. The only thing I wish was different was I wish it had a choice for high performance shocks. But I can't find anything for a 7"lift.

 

 

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And thank you!

 

 

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Well if you ever do let us know! I believe I read somewhere on this thread about a company who does custom length shocks. Perhaps at least the rear. I know Rough Country has the N20 front for their 7" lift but I dont know if those would be softer than your adjustables.

By the way could you please post pics of your CV angles and under lift components.

 

 

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[RN253]

Just measured, front fender is 44.5inches back fender is 44.75 inches and I have factory steps, the bottom of my steps are 18.25 inches from the ground. Maybe that will help

 

 

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This helps a lot. If my logic is correct (please correct if wrong) with the step actually being ~3" thick your actual step is 21.25 total vs the amp step which is actually about the same distance from the ground as a stock step at stock height it just gives the illusion its lower because its ~.75-1" thick vs 3". So this means I should be at 18.25 to the ground or ~19.25 of total step up.

 

Ride height of 6" lift is appealing for me, but for someone else with shorter legs its not so great.

[Aboogie808]

Been on the forum for a while now but just getting around to lifting my truck! Here are some pics, lift isn't finished yet but Ill post pics when it is, hopefully tuesday, before and after.

Did you do the lift yourself or take it to the shop? Thanks

[Jaycreek7908]

That's just over 34". You'll need a 4" lift. Several out there that fit 35s. You may be able to get away with a 3" level and trimming but that's probably not your best option for ride quality, durability, etc.

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Could the 295/70/18 with +18 offset with with a 2.5" level and 1.5" body lift?

[M.Kirk]

This helps a lot. If my logic is correct (please correct if wrong) with the step actually being ~3" thick your actual step is 21.25 total vs the amp step which is actually about the same distance from the ground as a stock step at stock height it just gives the illusion its lower because its ~.75-1" thick vs 3". So this means I should be at 18.25 to the ground or ~19.25 of total step up.

 

Ride height of 6" lift is appealing for me, but for someone else with shorter legs its not so great.

I never thought about thickness of the steps but that makes sense, it would for sure look lower if it was 2 inches thinner than the stock steps.

 

Getting isn't all that big of a deal according to the girlfriend haha, she's 5'6" and doesn't have a problem. I'm 5'11". I wouldn't let that discourage me, it's fun getting up in it haha

 

 

 

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[M.Kirk]

Did you do the lift yourself or take it to the shop? Thanks

Took it to the shop, I was planning on doing it myself but with all the cutting and trimming, I decided that I don't trust myself that much haha. I went everyday to check on it so I knew they weren't messing anything up, and man I'm glad I did! Headache free vs doing it myself lol

 

 

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[DLW66]

This helps a lot. If my logic is correct (please correct if wrong) with the step actually being ~3" thick your actual step is 21.25 total vs the amp step which is actually about the same distance from the ground as a stock step at stock height it just gives the illusion its lower because its ~.75-1" thick vs 3". So this means I should be at 18.25 to the ground or ~19.25 of total step up.

 

Ride height of 6" lift is appealing for me, but for someone else with shorter legs its not so great.

 

Not sure how you arrived at those measurements, but no bueno ..

 

My truck with a BDS 6" lift and MT ATZ 35" tires, the AMP step is 15.25" to the top of the board. My wife is 5 ft. tall, she does fine getting in and out.

 

I struggled between the two kits as you did. I am glad I did the 6" lift, and went with the FOX shocks front/rear, and went with the BDS leaf springs vs the blocks.

 

[crafferty]

Yes they are 26 chrome velocitys on 295 streets

 

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[RN253]

 

Not sure how you arrived at those measurements, but no bueno ..

 

My truck with a BDS 6" lift and MT ATZ 35" tires, the AMP step is 15.25" to the top of the board. My wife is 5 ft. tall, she does fine getting in and out.

 

I struggled between the two kits as you did. I am glad I did the 6" lift, and went with the FOX shocks front/rear, and went with the BDS leaf springs vs the blocks.

 

 

 

I went to a Chevy lot and measured the stock step distance, the step, and then used 18.25" as my value to compare against my other measurements. All because of being unsure of my choice. If you are 15.25 then that's great, perfect actually.

 

Thanks a bunch you have helped make my choice.

[norulz25]

Just installed a BDS 6", sitting on Toyo R/T's 35x12.5 w/ Fuel Maverick 22x10's.

 

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[M.Kirk]

Just installed a BDS 6", sitting on Toyo R/T's 35x12.5 w/ Fuel Maverick 22x10's.

 

Very nice!! Did you use the add a leafs in the rear, ride glide leaf packs or just leave it stock and add the block?

 

 

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