Jump to content

2014+ Leveling Kits

bcazier

By bcazier
in Modifications & Accessories

 Share

Recommended Posts

Jon A Senior Enthusiast

Jon A

Posted
Posted

It's going to be a daily driver as well, only pulling a trailer on some weekends. Just looking to level it for the rest of the time

 

Just one of the many reasons a set of airbags is a good addition for anybody who ever hauls anything heavy with these trucks. You don't need to drive around with 3" of rake all the time just so it'll be level when towing.

  • Replies 7.7k
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

Saleenpowr
Saleenpowr

So i put my RC 2" level kit and Toyo 295/55/20's on this weekend. Install was simple, just like on my 2011. It definitely helps to have an extra set of hands when wedging that spacer in there. 295/

Saleenpowr
Saleenpowr

Thanks. Here is one more from yesterday. Considering we're getting 8-10 inches of rain the next two days, I won't be taking any better pics soon.  

FH212
FH212

Mine is finally done! After months of research I went with the RC 2.5" level kit front only, stock rear block. 20"x9" Fuel Nutz w/ +1 offset, 33x12.50x20 Toyo M/T tires. No rubbing, No trimming, yet a

Posted Images

tcdawg Enthusiast

tcdawg

Posted
Posted (edited)

2015 Z71 4X4 SLT Sierra

 

RC 2.5" leveling kit with the under the coilover spacer installed.

 

Still on the stock Goodyear SRAs.

 

I plan on installing the spacer for the top of the coilover and replacing the factory rear block with the block included with this kit before I make a decision on the tires.

 

275/65-20 or 305/55-20 BFG KO2s?

 

I like the height of the 275 and the width of the 305, unfortunately the BFG KO2 doesn't produce the size I would like in a 295/60-20.

 

I drive 55 miles one way to work.

 

 

IMG_2153_zpsdjilhw2n.jpg

 

 

IMG_2151_zps2aaw7h8c.jpg

 

 

IMG_2150_zpsh3tublda.jpg

 

 

IMG_2149_zpspiplkcwq.jpg

Edited by tcdawg
CptMcSaug Enthusiast

CptMcSaug

Posted
Posted

2015 Z71 4X4 SLT Sierra

 

RC 2.5" leveling kit with the under the coilover spacer installed.

 

Still on the stock Goodyear SRAs.

 

I plan on installing the spacer for the top of the coilover and replacing the factory rear block with the block included with this kit before I make a decision on the tires.

 

275/60-20 or 305/55-20 BFG KO2s?

 

I like the height of the 275 and the width of the 305, unfortunately the BFG KO2 doesn't produce the size I would like in a 295/60-20.

 

I drive 55 miles one way to work.

 

 

 

Truck looks great! For that kinda driving stick with a 275/60/20 and make sure its a P rated tire not L. Save some gas.

  • Like 1
tcdawg Enthusiast

tcdawg

Posted
Posted (edited)

 

Truck looks great! For that kinda driving stick with a 275/60/20 and make sure its a P rated tire not L. Save some gas.

Thanks!

 

That's a typo. It should read 275/65-20.

Edited by tcdawg
tcdawg Enthusiast

tcdawg

Posted
Posted

 

Truck looks great! For that kinda driving stick with a 275/60/20 and make sure its a P rated tire not L. Save some gas.

That's actually a typo, it should read 275/65-20.

dunnp650 New Member

dunnp650

Posted
Posted (edited)

I have same truck as Robvas and put airbags and compressor on works great pulling trailer or loaded truck

Edited by dunnp650
rhodeislandhntr Enthusiast

rhodeislandhntr

Posted
Posted (edited)

does RC make a body lift for our trucks, I looked but couldn't find it on their sight. I was thinking about doing the 2.5 RC level with a 1.5 in BL to run 305/70/18 or 285/75/18 on stock rims, any opinions on this setup as far as rubbing, thanks

Edited by rhodeislandhntr
Big Whiskey Senior Enthusiast

Big Whiskey

Posted
Posted

2015 Z71 4X4 SLT Sierra

 

RC 2.5" leveling kit with the under the coilover spacer installed.

 

Still on the stock Goodyear SRAs.

 

I plan on installing the spacer for the top of the coilover and replacing the factory rear block with the block included with this kit before I make a decision on the tires.

 

275/65-20 or 305/55-20 BFG KO2s?

 

I like the height of the 275 and the width of the 305, unfortunately the BFG KO2 doesn't produce the size I would like in a 295/60-20.

 

I drive 55 miles one way to work.

If you're driving over 100 miles every day, then I'd go with a more conservative tire size. Something like a 285/55/20 or 275/60/20 will give you a better stance than stock without killing your MPG and driving manners.

 

 

Truck looks great! For that kinda driving stick with a 275/60/20 and make sure its a P rated tire not L. Save some gas.

I agree 100%.

DonkeyKiller Enthusiast

DonkeyKiller

Posted
Posted

Stopped by a local shop today to price a leveling kit and was told $400 + $100 for alignment. Is that the going rate? Sounds high to me.

Donstar Senior Enthusiast

Donstar

Posted
Posted

Stopped by a local shop today to price a leveling kit and was told $400 + $100 for alignment. Is that the going rate? Sounds high to me.

It is either high or low depending on what you are buying and where you are getting it installed. For $500 (cdn) I can get a 2.25" Ready Lift kit installed and aligned at my dealership. I suggest shopping around as I have found a $200 price spread on basically the same work

old coons Enthusiast

old coons

Posted
Posted

Question: I just received these today 20x9 with 0 offset 33/12.50 tires, and I don't get my RC2.5 level kit installed until Monday. This Friday I have an appointment at the dealership to have them road force balanced, and was wondering if I could get by the weekend with having the dealer throw them on for me. Would just be a little in town driving, and currently I have 22x9 +15 offset 305/45/22 tires and don't rub. Thanks

 

post-144658-0-35126500-1456953081_thumb.jpg

post-144658-0-35126500-1456953081_thumb.jpg

post-144658-0-35126500-1456953081_thumb.jpg

post-144658-0-35126500-1456953081_thumb.jpg

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • Black02Silverado
      Missing thrust bearing? And oil selection

      By Black02Silverado · Posted

      Maybe, but it seems he is the only one that has backed up data to prove what he is stating. I think he is doing this more because he enjoys it and wants to get the information out to us. He's got the knowledge and access to the proper equipment and having the funds doesn't hurt.  I would love to do what he is doing and would do it if and when I hit the Powerball.  I'm not a Tribologist by any means but love to learn what I can.   I would bet there would be doubting people out there if a completely independent lab with high quality work and highly respected in the automotive industry, put out information like this.  The world can't be pleased, one just has to take the information that they are given, do more of their own research to find actual lab data to back up what they are trying to figure/find out.  Most don't bother, they just want to believe what they first see.     I don't have the minimax but my 6.2 in my 2019 Silverado with 64k miles shows excellent UOA results with 0w-20 and for my own purposes 5w-20.  Since not much of a change using 5w. I liked the data sheet information on the SS 5w-20 and figured I would give it a try.  Still the same viscosity at 100℃.   In the end we all just do what makes us happy, life is too short to get upset over trivial social media.   On a side note, I do feel GM has dropped the ball and just cares about the bottom dollar and not quality anymore.  "Like a Rock" has been long gone.  Seems "Built Ford Tough" has as well.
    • Tyler Gibbs
      Thoughts on these wheels?

      By Tyler Gibbs · Posted

      Better than stock but that's like putting lipstick on a pig
    • flattop
      2026 sierra bad brake controller

      By flattop · Posted

      Hello, my 3 month old Sierra Elevation wont recognize a trailer with electric brakes? All the lights work correctly, but no power to the brakes?   This is the factory installed brake controller. If you manually push the knob, the display shows the power % but does not light up like my 2022 silverado.   I have an appointment with the dealer, but was checking to see if anyone else has seen this issue.    Thanks, 
    • Black02Silverado
      Post your latest oil change.

      By Black02Silverado · Posted

      Been using SS 0w-20 from new, but wanted to change to the 5w-20 because I liked the data on the data sheet, to me it seems like a little better product. But as you can see, not much difference. This is also with running a mix of 10 gallons E85 to a tank topped with 93. It isn't a flex fuel vehicle so any higher I get a CEL for running lean on both banks. Yes my mileage takes a hit. Instead of 20 mpg I normally get on trips I get 17mpg. This is also using EaO17 filter.  What is amazing is I have the AMSOIL cone filter on it since I have the GM Performance intake installed and that air filter has 44k miles on it.  I just take it out and shop vac it off once a year.  I use the upholstery tool on my shop vac.  Works well.   
    • revmanii
      Starting a new thread regarding mounting my 2014 OEM wheels to my 2026

      By revmanii · Posted

      So, lot's of googling and reading, and a trial fit found, that indeed they hit the newer fatter caliper. I did some re-testing today, and found just 3/16" worth of washers was enough for the wheel to spin freely. I added 2 more on each, and again it spun freely. Tested lock to lock with the 4 washers, about 5/16" not quite the 3/8" Im considering, but pretty close. No issues. I've been looking at the BORA .375" spacers and using extended lugnuts to get back lost thread due to the spacer. All the ET lugs I've seen are all .33" reach inside the wheel lug holes. For those that don't like spacers or think they're unsafe, I think it depends on what type of spacers you're using and making sure you get good quality hubcentric ones, and if you're using bolt on ones, regular mainenance, checking the spacer lugs. Not wanting or needing that much spread. Looking for the minimum that will let me run these rims and tires.  it does look to stick out a little, but I really want put these on. and use the stock all-terrains in the winter. 

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...