2014+ Suspension Lifts

[EZTundra77]

13 hours ago, SuperAllTerrain said:

Remove the bottom plastic shield from front bumper


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Yeah, removing the lower valance (air dam) is a no brainer.  I heard that guys lost some MPG.  While that seemed possible in theory (aerodynamics), it did not turn out to be the case.  The simplest way to improve aesthetics of these trucks and gives you better approach angle ground clearance. 

[Criscone]

5” and 6” lift guys, what is the size of your rear block? I think only RC offers a 5”, so curious to what size the block is?

I know zones 6.5 is a 5” block, but nobody else seems to have info on their rear block sizes. I’ll be running around 5-5.5” lift up front, so I’m trying to find the perfect rear block that sets me a touch higher in rear since I tow a big boat.


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[big papa]

Done!

[SSchup]

Done!

Looks great! I love that wheel. Are you running spacers in the rear?


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[big papa]

46 minutes ago, SSchup said:

Looks great! I love that wheel. Are you running spacers in the rear?


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Yes sir, 2"ers

[SSchup]

4.5” CST


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[Michaelis01]

On 3/17/2019 at 10:30 PM, SSchup said:

4.5” CST


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Are you happy with the CST lift kit? I have a 2017 Silverado that I'm considering it for. If you don't mind me asking, what was the cost of the install?

[big papa]

I paid $1900 for my kit and install, w. 2" spacers and alignment.   Ive had many lifted vehicles, this one definitely rides the most stock-like.   Would do it again in a second.

[EZTundra77]

8 hours ago, big papa said:

I paid $1900 for my kit and install, w. 2" spacers and alignment.   Ive had many lifted vehicles, this one definitely rides the most stock-like.   Would do it again in a second.

sorry, I cant find which lift you are running.  I see the pic of your red truck (nice) but couldnt find the lift brand and specs.

[MBSierra17]

6 minutes ago, EZTundra77 said:

sorry, I cant find which lift you are running.  I see the pic of your red truck (nice) but couldnt find the lift brand and specs.

I believe he's running a zone 4.5 with 35s.

[big papa]

4 minutes ago, MBSierra17 said:

I believe he's running a zone 4.5 with 35s.

Yep

[EZTundra77]

Thank you   On a 1/2 ton? 

 

14 hours ago, big papa said:

Yep

 

Edited March 24, 2019 by EZTundra77

[Bohanan23]

This thread is pretty big and it's hard to search.. I know it's probably been posted. But who has the McGaughy's 7-9" lift on 35x12.50 with 22x12's? Looking to set mine at 7-8" for time being.

[huntr1117]

Here's my 17 Z71 6.2 with a 7" Readylift, 20×10 -19 Hostile Rage H113 and 35x12.50 Nitto Ridge grapplers. I'm going to make a separate post that gives more detail on the lift install. I'll add a link after I make the post.

[SSchup]

On 3/23/2019 at 12:38 PM, Michaelis01 said:

Are you happy with the CST lift kit? I have a 2017 Silverado that I'm considering it for. If you don't mind me asking, what was the cost of the install?

Sorry I just saw this, been on vacation for the last ten days. To answer your question, Yes, I'm very happy with the CST kit. I ran there 4" kit on my 2013 Sierra and it was a great kit. The new kit for the K2's is a bracket kit to work with all three of the different uca's that GM used on these trucks. The install is a little more involved since you need to drop the steering rack 4.5" and install a steering extension with the new kit. I did the install myself with help from a friend, took about 14 hours taking our time. Main thing is follow the instructions closely. I went with the CST coilovers in place of using my stock struts and the 4.5" spacer. I wanted the best ride possible. I also decided to do a Deaver mini-pack in the rear in place of the included 3" block.

I just got home from a Florida trip, drove the truck from Michigan to our place there, 2200 mile round trip. I got to say it was a very pleasant ride. I can honestly say the ride is an improvement over the stock ride. It just soaks up the hard jolts over bridge abutments and feels much more planted then the floaty stock ride. 

I also decided to go with the Nitto Ridge Grappler in 305/55/20 C range tire, 52 Lbs. over the 10 ply same size version at 64 Lbs. to get a better ride. 

You should expect to pay $800.00 - $1000.00 for a shop to install it.

Any other questions I'll be glad to answer.