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So I feel like I'm beating a dead horse with this topic. However I have typed in "_in lift on 2008 sierra denali" and many other varying forms of the same question into google only to find threads on many forms that discuss this matter however they all end with no answer. Is it possible we could make this the end all to this topic? There was one on this forum that led me to believe it could be done with this kit > http://www.roughcountry.com/gm-suspension-lift-kit-269.html . I see the problem with lifting or even leveling a Sierra Denali its all about the angles, especially with it being awd. I hear there is certain vibrations when reaching certain speeds. I recently test drove an 07 Denali in which the owner claimed it had a 3inch suspension lift, and I confirmed it had 35 inch tires. However, what I could not confirm was the type of suspension lift. It had minimal vibration but I couldn't tell if it was because it had mud tires on it ( I haven't owned a truck with mud tires in about 10 years).

 

The reason I come to this forum with this question is because I'm in the market for a truck. I would like it to be an 07-11 Denali but I would like to put on a 2-3inch leveling kit on it and but 33's under it just to give it a nice overall look.

 

So would the rc kit put me where I need to be. If there are any Denali owners on here with a lifted truck enlighten me on the process of lifting one it would be greatly appreciated.

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I would like to add it appears you can get away with any suspension lift as long as you use the dual cvs. Is this correct. If so whats a good kit that doesn't require cutting and welding?

 

thank you.

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A guy here lifted his denali and had 35's. I dont remember the brand but I think it was BDS. He had done a suspension lift and body lift. He had to get I think a new driveshaft. Not sure about the front half shafts. I think his name here is christiank22. Most decent lifts require some cutting.

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I'm thinking the dual cvs and the diff drop would elimate any issue with a 3 inch suspension lift. Now all I need to do is find a sd and get it bought.

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What about a level kit on a Sierra Denali, yay or nay?

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