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How does the ride get impacted with the body lift?

Rides no different. Actually it seems to ride better. This is either in my head, or the body lift blocks take out some of the vibration felt in the seat of my pants. Either way, for a truck that sits up higher than stock, it rides like factory.

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Saleenpowr
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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
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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
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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

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Rides no different. Actually it seems to ride better. This is either in my head, or the body lift blocks take out some of the vibration felt in the seat of my pants. Either way, for a truck that sits up higher than stock, it rides like factory.

 

Cool. How much does a body lift cost and what actually do they do? Does the whole cab & bed just move up 1.5"?

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Cool. How much does a body lift cost and what actually do they do? Does the whole cab & bed just move up 1.5"?

Roughly $180. Yes, the cab and bed move up 1.5". The bumpers are also relocated to match. The Zone kit is very well thought out and includes everything needed. The instructions are good and there are YouTube videos as well.

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Roughly $180. Yes, the cab and bed move up 1.5". The bumpers are also relocated to match. The Zone kit is very well thought out and includes everything needed. The instructions are good and there are YouTube videos as well.

 

Nice... Do the trailer hitch and exhaust get adjusted too? Also did you notice any additional impact to fuel economy or noise?

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Nice... Do the trailer hitch and exhaust get adjusted too? Also did you notice any additional impact to fuel economy or noise?

The hitch stays put. It isn't noticeable due to the design (I'll try to snap you a pic). I have a muffler shop that can adjust the pipe. No added noise or noticeable effect on mpg.

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Roughly $180. Yes, the cab and bed move up 1.5". The bumpers are also relocated to match. The Zone kit is very well thought out and includes everything needed. The instructions are good and there are YouTube videos as well.

Did you install yourself? What's a rough estimate for install time?

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2" RC level with Zone 1.5" Body Lift. RC steps added for the wife. Having exhaust pipe raised next week.

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Nice looking level and body lift. I want to do the 2" RC level. What are the advantages with the body lift? And what do you mean you are having you exhaust pipe raised?

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Did you install yourself? What's a rough estimate for install time?

Yes, installed it myself. It took me two days. Mainly because I had no help. I also had 70 degree weather and a case of IPA.

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Nice looking level and body lift. I want to do the 2" RC level. What are the advantages with the body lift? And what do you mean you are having you exhaust pipe raised?

The body lift is to get a little extra height without affecting suspension angles or ride quality. The exhaust pipe now exits 1.5" lower (notice the gap between it and the body). It bugs me, so I'll have my muffler shop change the angle so that it sits close to the body again.

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Progression of my 2016 Z71. Hopefully this helps some members decide on how far to go.

 

Stock

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2" RC Level with stock wheels/tires

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2" RC Level with Gear Alloy 20x9 and Toyo ATII 295/55/20 (Very smoky that day due to wildfires in our area).

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Cleaned up

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2" RC level with Zone 1.5" Body Lift. RC steps added for the wife. Having exhaust pipe raised next week.

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How bad did it rub with just the 2" level?

CWilliams Enthusiast

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It didn't rub with 2" level.

That's is a good looking truck man! I love white, but my brother in law bought a white one so I had to be different haha.

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Progression of my 2016 Z71. Hopefully this helps some members decide on how far to go.

 

Stock

20161112_082051.jpg

 

2" RC Level with stock wheels/tires

20161113_075121.jpg

 

2" RC Level with Gear Alloy 20x9 and Toyo ATII 295/55/20 (Very smoky that day due to wildfires in our area).

20161118_110341.jpg

 

Cleaned up

20161120_161234.jpg

 

2" RC level with Zone 1.5" Body Lift. RC steps added for the wife. Having exhaust pipe raised next week.

Lift%20with%20steps.jpg

Wow even just the level kit really improves the look of the truck! Man, I'm pumped to get some rims, but shoot as cheap as the level is I'll probably do that and finish buying the other things I wanted to do to the truck before I buy them. Edited by 17silverado2248
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I have to KO2's and really like them. Once you get them on your truck they look more aggressive than you would think, and for highway driving they are really quiet.

Is your set up 275/65/20's on a 2.5" level? I have stock 20 with +27mm offset. Looking to do this set up. Any issues with running? Any trimming? How's the ride quality. Thanks!

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Nice... Do the trailer hitch and exhaust get adjusted too? Also did you notice any additional impact to fuel economy or noise?

Pics of the hitch after Zone 1.5" body lift

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