2014+ Leveling Kits

Donstar · March 23, 2016

Thanks. I'll have to see what my stock wheel is right now then. I want a lift but overall nothing to crazy.

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Good luck with your lift. I've been looking at a 1.5" to 2" level and slightly larger tires. My problem is deciding on using spacers or levelling shocks!

harveyfamily · March 23, 2016

I'm getting ready to order the Rough Country leveling kit for my '15 Sierra. My friend's husband is a certified mechanic and is giving me a fair deal to install it ($150). I can do some things automotive but suspension is not my expertise nor do I have the tools to do this.

kylercochran361 · March 23, 2016

I'm getting ready to order the Rough Country leveling kit for my '15 Sierra. My friend's husband is a certified mechanic and is giving me a fair deal to install it ($150). I can do some things automotive but suspension is not my expertise nor do I have the tools to do this.

You almost need no tools just a lift and simple tools. And also I don't know if I just got a great deal but the guy charged me $100 for install and I didn't even know him. [emoji23]

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harveyfamily · March 24, 2016

I don't have a lift or jackstands. Just my luck I'd screw something up.

mose0924 · March 24, 2016

New guy...have a 16 SIerra All Terrain. Getting a 2in leveling kit and trying to decide what size tires. Looking at 305/50/20 or 285/55/20...opinions?

Rock1500 · March 24, 2016

Good luck with your lift. I've been looking at a 1.5" to 2" level and slightly larger tires. My problem is deciding on using spacers or levelling shocks!

I hear ya that is about what I am looking to do. I am not looking to get to high off the ground. Just a better stance.

I am going with a suspension for sure as everyone says that the oem shocks suck and the aftermarket ones make the ride great. The only issue is the cost.

GooseCreekFarms · March 24, 2016

New guy...have a 16 SIerra All Terrain. Getting a 2in leveling kit and trying to decide what size tires. Looking at 305/50/20 or 285/55/20...opinions?

I'm running 285's and they fit great PLENTY of room on 2 inch level. 305 50's are wider and a hair shorter and I think would fit, but there is a possibility of rubbing. 285's are typically a 10 ply tire compared to the 305 50's which are typically P rated (4 ply).

10 ply's stiffen the ride a little, but not too much. All depends on your driving conditions. I love my Hankooks

Donstar · March 24, 2016

I hear ya that is about what I am looking to do. I am not looking to get to high off the ground. Just a better stance.

I am going with a suspension for sure as everyone says that the oem shocks suck and the aftermarket ones make the ride great. The only issue is the cost.

I would use caution when changing shocks because "everyone" says oem sucks. People with good experiences don't tend to complain. This is my fifth gm pickup (following several Fords) and never had to replace a stock gm shock. I have been reading similar information where it is said the quality of shocks like Bilsteins are better, but I have also read that the use of spring compression to lift your truck reduces suspension travel. Using a bottom of strut spacer may be the most effective, easiest to install. and least expensive option.

Rock1500 · March 24, 2016

I would use caution when changing shocks because "everyone" says oem sucks. People with good experiences don't tend to complain. This is my fifth gm pickup (following several Fords) and never had to replace a stock gm shock. I have been reading similar information where it is said the quality of shocks like Bilsteins are better, but I have also read that the use of spring compression to lift your truck reduces suspension travel. Using a bottom of strut spacer may be the most effective, easiest to install. and least expensive option.

Thanks for the input. Do you that because people extend the shock all the way in order to level it that causes the suspension travel to shorten?

I was looking into a bds 4inch suspension kit. Or maybe just a icon set to level the truck a bit. It's all on the drawing board really at this point.

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Donstar · March 24, 2016

Thanks for the input. Do you that because people extend the shock all the way in order to level it that causes the suspension travel to shorten?

I was looking into a bds 4inch suspension kit. Or maybe just a icon set to level the truck a bit. It's all on the drawing board really at this point.

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I definitely have no expertise in this area but am trying to gather as much information as available because I can't afford the trial and error method! My understanding is that there is a direct correlation between the amount you compress your springs (preload) to the reduction in suspension travel. If you use a small spacer (providing less than 2 inches of lift) your stock suspension components such as shock absorbers will not be over extended

arkenzo · March 24, 2016

Put on a 2" leveling kit yesterday on my 2016 ..

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Did you do the rear block too or just the front? spacer on shock tower?

Ksickler · March 24, 2016

Did you do the rear block too or just the front? spacer on shock tower?

Just front spacer.

jsouth · March 25, 2016

2.5" rough country leveling kit. Didnt use the rear block that came with it. Still has .5" rake but also has a ranch hand on the front.

Edited March 25, 2016 by jsouth

Txjose · March 25, 2016

Got some fresh pics of the his and hers haha

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gSwift · March 26, 2016

Any of you guys have any shortcuts or pointers on installing the lower blocks of the RC 2.5 level? Didn't find many good quality videos. This kit, as bad as I hate to say it, kicked my a$$ tonight! I got the top spacers in but I pretty much did everything short of disassembling the whole entire front end tonight.

After spending a few hours doing my AMP Research steps, I decided to tackle the level also... Now I wish I hadn't! I am admitting defeat and bowing out gracefully! I'm not new to suspension work, but its mostly been limited to coilovers on sports cars, never any lifts or levels.