2014+ Suspension Lifts

skallywag · May 5, 2016

McGaughys told me at 9 inches it will only clear a 0- -22 offset with a 9 to 10 inch wide wheel and stock wheels require spacers on 37s. Stock wheels are 9 inch wide with I believe +27 offset.

How's the ride?

Kennith Pujol · May 5, 2016

Well according to the track width movement at 9" of lift it should be poked out over stock 3/4"-1" so if anything would be needed I could probably throw a 1/4" spacer up front and a 1.25" in back and be dead even track to track and clear everything suspension wise, UCA, Sway bar, and Tie Rod end but that's just an on paper discussion. How's it ride at 9" ? I don't want a body lift because ill be doing the Iron cross full replacement front bumper and a winch and extension brackets plus replacement bumpers don't mix especially when you start winching on them.

id like to keep factory wheels for one reason and one reason only. Save Money! plus the look of a Big Factory'ish truck looks sick to me sleeper status....+9".....

I also don't want the SS kit I want the silver components and less flash. Not a big fan of big and flashy definitely with the way I use my truck just like the Big part !! could you post some pics of driver and passenger side CV and balljoint angles and also the height to the top of the tailgate with it in the down(open) position?

It's been raining everyday here and I'm working nights right now so I'll try posting a few pics as soon as I get some free time and decent weather. The ride is really close to stock. Only thing I notice is a slight steering wheel shimmy from the 37s but nothing bad. Isn't the silver kit gonna be more flash cause the frame and bottom of the truck is black? Silver is gonna "POP" more haha. Just get the economy flat black kit to save money and look the same as the frame and bottom of the truck. The top of the tailgate is 45" from the ground open.

jared2015gmc · May 5, 2016

What is the difference between the economy and ss version. ... they both say 7 to 9 inch

skallywag · May 5, 2016

Finished appearance I believe and some stainless dress up on the "ss"

jared2015gmc · May 6, 2016

Ok thanks

ANazir · May 6, 2016

What is the difference between the economy and ss version. ... they both say 7 to 9 inch

Economy- Adjustable 7-9" front struts, Simpler Front Drop Cross Members, Round Kicker braces, 6"Rear Lift blocks , No Diff Skid Plate & No Tie Braces between crossmembers

Standard- Adjustable 7-9" front struts, Traditional Front Drop Cross Members, Round Tubular Kicker Braces, 6" Lift Blocks

Black SS- Adjustable 7-9" front struts, Traditional Front Drop Cross Members W/ Stainless Steel Accents & Hardware, Box Fabricated Kicker Braces, 6" Lift Blocks

MWC&MHC · May 8, 2016

Has anyone done the 2.5" lift and put bigger rubber on the factory 18s?

MWC&MHC · May 8, 2016

I did the RV 2 inch leveling kit, kept my stock 18's and went with a 275/70/18 Nitto Trail Grappler MT. Inflated they measure out at 33.62 high and 11.10 wide. I have no issues at all. No rubbing whatsoever. Even made my truck flex a good bit while using it for hunting and no issues whatsoever. My truck is a 2015 Z71 Double Cab. Gonna add the 1.5 inch body lift by Zone just to get a little more room though.

cato · May 9, 2016

Before and after of 6" BDS lift with Toyo RT 35x12.50r20 tires with stock 20x9 wheels. I used the block lift option in the rear with no leafs or spacers. There is no rubbing or trimming required. I also replaced the stock chrome side step with the AMP power steps. I'll post more pictures when I take it out for some light break in off road! There is a slight rake to the truck (rear is an inch lower than the front when measuring center of wheel to fender. I might do an add a leaf to make it level; especially since I tow.

Great job Nate!!

cato · May 9, 2016

A few more pics.

Nice job Pooj! Looks awesome man!

Kennith Pujol · May 9, 2016

Nice job Pooj! Looks awesome man!

Thanks sir. Much appreciated

Kennith Pujol · May 9, 2016

Hey guys, just an update. Drove her from North Carolina to Florida and the ride was good. Gas was bad as expected haha averaged about 12mpg but I did like riding as high as the semis. I definitely reccommend this kit to anyone considering 35s or bigger. You can always start with 35s on 8 inches or 7 with some rake and have the option to go taller and with a body lift can run up to 38s without major cutting.

Bpun2016 · May 10, 2016

Looks good Nate. Anymore pics, side view, track width shots?

cNate · May 11, 2016

Looks good Nate. Anymore pics, side view, track width shots?

I have taken pictures nearly every day this past week! haha! I get super excited to drive my truck, like a teenager who just got their first car. Here are more pictures. Shoot me a PM if you want a better side shot of the track width than what is below. I can take one tomorrow for you. I asked a dozen guys a dozen questions about their trucks when deciding what to do with mine and don't mind paying it forward!

Nate

Edited May 11, 2016 by Nate805

Robert.jean1 · May 11, 2016

That really does look nice. How do you like those Amp power steps? I like the way it gives to appearance of the truck sitting taller.

I have taken pictures nearly every day this past week! haha! I get super excited to drive my truck, like a teenager who just got their first car. Here are more pictures. Shoot me a PM if you want a better side shot of the track width than what is below. I can take one tomorrow for you. I asked a dozen guys a dozen questions about their trucks when deciding what to do with mine and don't mind paying it forward!

Nate