Level vs Lift

[WVU]

Hey guys - I'd like to add a little height and some larger tires to my truck but not sure which set up to go with. I was hoping to get some input/feedback from you all. I'm looking for a happy medium between stock and a 6" Lift

 

Truck:

2014 GMC Sierra All Terrain

 

2" RC Level and 1.5"Zone Body Lift

-or-

4" Suspension Lift

 

Tire selection thoughts:

285/60r20 Duratrac

-or-

295/60r20 Terra Grappler

[Jtanner129]

There are 2 threads that are all about leveling kits and lift kits. Check those out. You can see a lot of different setups. I have a 2" RC level with 275/60R20 Falken Wild Peaks. I didn't want to mess with the suspension too much. I think the leveling kits give a nice stance to the K2's

[Stussy3us]

I have the RC 2.5 Lift with 285/60/20 Duratracs and have also been looking at the zone 1.5 BL. Let us know what you decide on.

 

 

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[WVU]

Stussy:

 

Any rubbing with your setup?

[Stussy3us]

None that I have noticed. I love it. Best investment I have made.

 

 

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[usafwern05]

None that I have noticed. I love it. Best investment I have made.

 

 

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Stussy,

 

Any feedback on ride quality with those tires compared to stock? road noise inside the cab? how is fuel mileage compared to stock? Your truck is exactly what I am looking to do I just don't want to sacrifice too much of the stock ride comfort, quietness and fuel mileage. I love the ride of my stock high country but it needs a little more truck look to it. Also have you had any issues with the rough country 2.5?

[Stussy3us]

Stussy,

 

Any feedback on ride quality with those tires compared to stock? road noise inside the cab? how is fuel mileage compared to stock? Your truck is exactly what I am looking to do I just don't want to sacrifice too much of the stock ride comfort, quietness and fuel mileage. I love the ride of my stock high country but it needs a little more truck look to it. Also have you had any issues with the rough country 2.5?

I Still do not rub. The ride is stiffer than stock but any level or lift is going to be stiffer than stock. The trucks are so quiet the only time I notice any road noise is if my windows are down. My fuel mileage probably dropped anywhere between 3-4 miles A galloon. I average about 15-16 miles to galloon with mixed city and highway driving. Have not had any issues at all with the lift.

 

 

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[blackout07]

I've always been a fan of the leveling kit / body lift combo, but I would go with a 3" body. I ran that set up for a while and sometimes miss it. You get a nice height without greatly tweaking the suspension and maintaining a near factory ride.