Jump to content

2014+ Leveling Kits

bcazier

By bcazier
in Modifications & Accessories

 Share

Recommended Posts

GoBlue2014LT Enthusiast

GoBlue2014LT

Posted
Posted
Ok. So 285 is slightly wider than the 275?

I’m wondering what’ll be more cost effective. A 285/60/20 or (as shop recommended) a 275/60/20. Maybe they said 65...?!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk


Yeah a bit wider - This helped me learn how to read tire size. The 285/65 or 275/65 will be 34”+

b7456aa5f08761e172917790258eedef.jpg



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  • Like 1
  • 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

Sierra706 Senior Enthusiast

Sierra706

Posted
Posted

The first number is width in Milimeters. The second number is a ratio of the width that gives you height. So a 285/70/17 will be both taller and wider than a 275/70/17


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Iceman22 Enthusiast

Iceman22

Posted
Posted

Hey guys,

 

Currently running a 2” BDS level. I know it’s only a 1/2” but I’d really like to go up to 2.5” total...

 

As near as I can tell my BDS kit is a preload shim and a strut top spacer.... would I be okay with either replacing the strut top spacer with a thicker one or adding a spacer to bottom strut mount? And if so what thickness would I need? I’m not exactly sure I understand the math behind the spacers thickness vs what it actually lifts

 

Edit: would something like this be okay to add on into addition to what’s already there?

 

644d8b259be7af4abc0d72ebf85eaeaf.jpg

07b1c79ffd834c5ccee50145cb708d6f.jpg

 

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

 

jstafford New Member

jstafford

Posted
Posted

Looking for some advice.... I just picked up a 2015 Silverado 1500 the other day and the leveling kit, wheels, tires are going on next week. I won't be using the truck to tow often but I'll have a couple dirtbikes in the back ocassionally. When the truck will have a load I'd like to keep the leveled stance. Has anyone put airbags in the back just for this type of application? If so any pros or cons? I'm not looking for an elaborate remote system or anything just a very basic setup if there is such a thing.

 

Thanks in advance 

Rudsone New Member

Rudsone

Posted
Posted (edited)

New here guys, hi :). Here’s my black 16’ silverado... just installed the 2” RC leveling kit but I’m not happy with the results as it’s still got some rake to it (I want true level). Anyone recommend a good 2.5” leveling kit? 

 

 

Leveled it and added the oem Sierra 20” wheels

 

AD28E829-7112-4C4E-9F3B-7C509C188E88.jpeg

Edited by Rudsone
  • Like 2
Bigfoot16 Enthusiast

Bigfoot16

Posted
Posted
5 hours ago, Rudsone said:

New here guys, hi :). Here’s my black 16’ silverado... just installed the 2” RC leveling kit but I’m not happy with the results as it’s still got some rake to it (I want true level). Anyone recommend a good 2.5” leveling kit? 

 

heres one right after I installed it 

59DFACB9-6ED7-450B-8317-CE7642474C07_zps

 

and here’s one with the oem Sierra 20” wheels

CCFE6219-B3E7-4844-8501-65C7B11C9175_zps[/URL]

Nice looking truck.  I have the RC 2.5 level kit on mine.

SirenRed16 Senior Enthusiast

SirenRed16

Posted
Posted
New here guys, hi [emoji4]. Here’s my black 16’ silverado... just installed the 2” RC leveling kit but I’m not happy with the results as it’s still got some rake to it (I want true level). Anyone recommend a good 2.5” leveling kit? 
 
heres one right after I installed it 
59DFACB9-6ED7-450B-8317-CE7642474C07_zpsxcvkrkpg.jpg
 
and here’s one with the oem Sierra 20” wheels
CCFE6219-B3E7-4844-8501-65C7B11C9175_zpse1zsheq3.jpg[/url]
Sent you a PM.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk

  • Like 1
berteras Enthusiast

berteras

Posted
Posted
10 hours ago, Rudsone said:

New here guys, hi :). Here’s my black 16’ silverado... just installed the 2” RC leveling kit but I’m not happy with the results as it’s still got some rake to it (I want true level). Anyone recommend a good 2.5” leveling kit? 

 

 

Leveled it and added the oem Sierra 20” wheels

 

AD28E829-7112-4C4E-9F3B-7C509C188E88.jpeg

I'm feeling the same, I did the 2" as well and it doesn't look bad but I want more lift

Aaron1085 Senior Enthusiast

Aaron1085

Posted
Posted

I just want a level. So, results are that the 2” Rough Country level does NOT make the truck level?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sierra706 Senior Enthusiast

Sierra706

Posted
Posted
I just want a level. So, results are that the 2” Rough Country level does NOT make the truck level?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk


Any 2” kit won’t get you perfectly level. Close enough to most, also depending on what’s in your bed and your individual truck.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  • Like 1
Fix29 Enthusiast

Fix29

Posted
Posted

I haven't taken measurements on mine yet but I went with the 2.25" Readylift level on the front and it looked nose high to me. I have since added an inch taller block in the back to give it a slight rake.

  • Like 2
Aaron1085 Senior Enthusiast

Aaron1085

Posted
Posted


Any 2” kit won’t get you perfectly level. Close enough to most, also depending on what’s in your bed and your individual truck.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk



I don’t haul much. Usually just around town, some lumber, trash, etc.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
bwilloby46 Enthusiast

bwilloby46

Posted
Posted
Rough Country 2.5 leveling kit on current truck with 295/60R20 Cooper STT ProSierraATX.thumb.jpg.d520e189ea8d2caabfc17b176d7b7e1c.jpg
 
 


Curious, What’s the offset on your Mavericks to fit that 34” tire?
  • Like 1
HeavyChevy1500 New Member

HeavyChevy1500

Posted
Posted
5 minutes ago, bwilloby46 said:

 


Curious, What’s the offset on your Mavericks to fit that 34” tire?

 

The offset is +1. They rubbed on the carpet material in the wheel well but I trimmed it back, did not have to trim any plastic or metal 

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

    • PBNB
      Tire pressure for 37s

      By PBNB · Posted

      Do you think this width might affect the chalk test with a higher pressure closer to 65psi? I think lowering the pressure makes sense to get the tread to lay flatter
    • asilverblazer
      My First Project and GMC has me stumped

      By asilverblazer · Posted

      I had an alternator fail that was shorted internally in such a direct fashion in addition to the larger gauge cables that it appeared like a VERY dead battery. Granted I think the car did power up, it definitely wouldn't start.   Rodent damage to wiring?
    • asilverblazer
      Towing In Loose Gravel

      By asilverblazer · Posted

      ... I don't think he could.
    • asilverblazer
      Towing In Loose Gravel

      By asilverblazer · Posted

      Using experience to justify bad advice is lazy and typical of someone incapable of articulating why their advice is prudent.    This immediately sets off the BS alert and the advice that followed certainly qualified.   Asking an idiot for help getting out of dumb situations because he is an expert... at getting himself into dumb situations.   Unless I've been living in an alternate universe - the first thing everyone does when getting into a sticky situation is shift to a higher gear 🤨.   Of course not, the torque multiplication, mechanical advantage and finer control typically afforded by the lower gear is far better suited for this scenario.   There ARE scenarios where a higher gear MIGHT be appropriate determined more by the drivers ability to control EXCESSIVE wheel spin versus applying torque to the ground.
    • Atlas
      Towing In Loose Gravel

      By Atlas · Posted

      I'm not sure I agree with "extreme" low speed, high torque sentiment here with regards to the prescribed use of low range. How about...whenever it's needed?   A 2.72:1 transfer case and whatever differential gears these Silverados have (3.42's, maybe?) aren't producing "extremely" low crawl speeds. Or insanely high torque multiplication. Even with the 1st gear in these newer transmissions. But it does provide mechanical advantage and potentially better control at slower speeds. And with extra weight or towing, I think it adds mechanical sympathy for the truck as well.   Plus, traction control and the other assists generally turn off when you shift into low range. Those aren't needed here, they'll work against you if you need wheel spin. In high range you'll need to figure out how to turn off the various modes those assists provide. Depending on the vehicle, those things don't all automatically turn off or turn completely off.   While I agree that a farmer might have some great practical experience, a recommendation to "always" using one gear isn't very informed advice. If the farmer had said WHY and could explain the physics behind his prescriptive "always" I'd definitely listen. The way he's described here makes it sounds like he could either be uninformed or is telling everyone what worked for him, not necessarily that there could be a more advantageous way about things.

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...