2014+ Suspension Lifts

FootballCoach53 · October 22, 2017

Hmmmm...... I’ll have to look into it further. I was thinking that everything would eventually be void because of you lift you’re putting on bigger tires, which could effect drivetrain as well.

Edited October 22, 2017 by FootballCoach53

jimmyboy8301 · October 22, 2017

Hmmmm...... I’ll have to look into it further. I was thinking that everything would eventually be void because of you lift you’re putting on bigger tires, which could effect drivetrain as well.

With that mode of thinking towing would void it too

2017 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71 6.2L
4.5" Zone
22x10 AF Grips
33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers
Instagram @wildchevys

FootballCoach53 · October 22, 2017

That’s a good point. I’ve got my buddy looking into it for me. Suspension components shouldn’t be an issue since they’re being replaced with the lift anyway. Nahmsayin? Lol

jimmyboy8301 · October 22, 2017

That’s a good point. I’ve got my buddy looking into it for me. Suspension components shouldn’t be an issue since they’re being replaced with the lift anyway. Nahmsayin? Lol

Exactly, good luck

2017 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71 6.2L
4.5" Zone
22x10 AF Grips
33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers
Instagram @wildchevys

FootballCoach53 · October 22, 2017

Thanks, brother. Plus BDS has that 60,000 mile powerfrain warranty.

Edited October 22, 2017 by FootballCoach53

jimmyboy8301 · October 22, 2017

Thanks, brother. Plus BDS has that 60,000 mike powerfrain warranty.

BDS and Zone are top notch bro

2017 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71 6.2L
4.5" Zone
22x10 AF Grips
33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers
Instagram @wildchevys

FootballCoach53 · October 22, 2017

2 minutes ago, jimmyboy8301 said:

BDS and Zone are top notch bro

2017 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71 6.2L
4.5" Zone
22x10 AF Grips
33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers
Instagram @wildchevys

Does Zone come with that powertrain too? I see you’ve got the 4.5” kit.

Edited October 22, 2017 by FootballCoach53

jimmyboy8301 · October 22, 2017

Does Zone come with that powertrain too? I see you’ve got the 4.5” kit.

It does have a similar warranty bit not sure what exactly it is. Zone and BDS are the same company

2017 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71 6.2L
4.5" Zone
22x10 AF Grips
33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers
Instagram @wildchevys

FootballCoach53 · October 22, 2017

Solid. I did a lot of research on both companies when I had my F150. I’m almost positive I’ll be going with either one. I know BDS has a better warranty than Zone, but it’s similar. That powertrain warranty will be huge though. I’ll have to research that and see how much it runs.

1fast ss · October 22, 2017

20 hours ago, Irby1757 said:

My last two tanks I have been getting 15.5, that is hand calculating. I usually get around 17 mpg according to the trucks mpg calculation. It took me a few tanks to figure it all out after getting the lift. I also starting using 89 octane when I lifted it, and the truck responded really well to it. I do mostly city driving/country roads with minimal traffic. My worst tank was 13.5 and it was my first full tank after the lift. My hope is that after a CAI and tune I can get to 16.5 mpg or so.

Side note, I drive like a grandpa. My wife makes fun of me.

Photos I attached are from yesterday. I’ve been able to get closer to those numbers on my round trip to work. That was driving 55 for the majority of the trip.

Thanks for the info. Your set up is probably what I am going with so good to get some info.

Rock1500 · October 23, 2017

So i need some help, i just don't fully understand it all and I don't want to mess this up.

I want and will be getting the 4 inch BDS suspension list at the end of next month. But I know what the optimal wheel / rim combo i need to get for a 33inch tire to fit within the truck wheel well and have minimum trimming.

So i know i want to get Grid Off Road GD -7. The 18 inch rims offer offsets of -20 to +15. So from reading around and talking to shops, I would want to have a positive offset if anything. Do I want to have a full +15 offset to keep things inside, what would be the best offset so the tire stays inside with minimum rubbing?

Now I am trying to figure out what tires i can get and use. I want at least a 33 inch tire if not possible a 34 inch. Can i get away with a 34 inch with little trimming? I am thinking of TOYO Tires - Open Country A/T II (LT 295/70r18 (34 inch) or should i just go with the 33x12.50r18LT tires instead? Or the Nitto Terra Grappler G2 (LT305/65r18 which is 33.58 high 61 lbs each) or WILDPEAK A/T3W TIRE ( LT275/70R18 which is 33.4 inches, 61 lbs each). They all look like sweet tires, i just want it all fit.

If this combo doesn't work, then what would work as a good tired for the rim and suspension setup? I could really use some help with this, thanks.

Edited October 23, 2017 by Rock1500

chrispassas21 · October 23, 2017

So i need some help, i just don't fully understand it all and I don't want to mess this up.

I want and will be getting the 4 inch BDS suspension list at the end of next month.   But I know what the optimal wheel / rim combo i need to get for a 33inch tire to fit within the truck wheel well and have minimum trimming.

So i know i want to get Grid Off Road GD -7. The 18 inch rims offer offsets of -20 to +15. So from reading around and talking to shops, I would want to have a positive offset if anything. Do I want to have a full +15 offset to keep things inside, what would be the best offset so the tire stays inside with minimum rubbing?

Now I am trying to figure out what tires i can get and use.   I want at least a 33 inch tire if not possible a 34 inch. Can i get away with a 34 inch with little trimming?    I am thinking of TOYO Tires - Open Country A/T II (LT 295/70r18 (34 inch) or should i just go with the 33x12.50r18LT tires instead? Or the Nitto Terra Grappler G2 (LT305/65r18 which is 33.58 high 61 lbs each) or WILDPEAK A/T3W TIRE ( LT275/70R18 which is 33.4 inches, 61 lbs each). They all look like sweet tires, i just want it all fit.

If this combo doesn't work, then what would work as a good tired for the rim and suspension setup?   I could really use some help with this, thanks.

CST 4.5” kit with factory wheels?? Just throwing it out there

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Rock1500 · October 23, 2017

CST 4.5” kit with factory wheels?? Just throwing it out there

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I'll into them. Getting new rims is not to much of an issue. Though I do like these rims.

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chrispassas21 · October 23, 2017

I'll into them. Getting new rims is not to much of an issue. Though I do like these rims.

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Understandable..... just thought I’d give you another option/something else to look at. Not only you can use the factory rims but the factory width is the same so it would save your paint too. But do what you want. Any questions you have about the CST kit please don’t hesitate to ask me. I have close to 1,000 miles with it on my truck with no complaints so far.

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Irby1757 · October 23, 2017

2 hours ago, 1fast ss said:

Thanks for the info. Your set up is probably what I am going with so good to get some info.

Awesome! I don’t have one negative thing to say at this point about it. Love the ride, love the look. I was concerned about going to a MT tire, but the Toyo is so quiet and runs so smooth. If you do have any further questions let me know, and I’ll do my best to help out.