Another Leveling kit question

[16silvdriver]

i tried to look up threads on leveling kits and couldnt find anything on this.

Looking at leveling kits and see that there are two types of kits.

http://www.jegs.com/i/Tuff+Country/444/12000/10002/-1

 

and this one

http://www.jegs.com/i/Tuff+Country/444/12001/10002/-1

 

They are both 2 inch leveling kits but they are different types. Can anyone tell me what the difference/benefits that one has over the other?

 

If this has already been asked before just post a link! thanks!

[Jdkno]

The first one mounts on top of the strut, the second one mounts below.

[GMC-AT]

I have had every type.. what ever you do .. do not get top of strut. Get bottom .. and personally I would only get 1.5in

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-5-Front-Leveling-lift-kit-for-Chevy-Silverado-2007-2016-GMC-Sierra-GM-1500-LM-/321671588800?fits=Model%3ASilverado+1500

[cssnider1]

I'm running a 2.5", with a top and bottom piece.

 

You want most of the spacer at the bottom of the strut. And you can go as high as 2.5" without having to worry about driveline angles and what not.

 

 

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[Donstar]

Check 2014 / 2015 / 2016 Silverado & Sierra Accessories & Modifications, and look at the threads on levelling. You should also look at the Bilstein shock threads to see another option. I have read almost everything on this forum about this topic and I could save you a lot of time by recommending you do as GMC-AT suggested above! If this is your first venture into levelling or lifting, the 1.5" bottom of strut spacer is probably the most conservative easiest and least expensive. The difference in looks for your truck is quite.noticeable

[16silvdriver]

Thanks Guys i appreciate it! one more thing, is there any real difference between spending the extra money for say a tuff country or ready lift compared to the 25 dollar one on ebay?

[Sierra Jon]

I've been doing a lot of reading and had a question that hopefully someone can answer... What is the quality/safety advantage to installing spacers to the lower end of the strut vs the top. Some guys are adamant about this and I'm about to pull the trigger so... Thanks in advance!

 

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[bndawgs]

Are there any actual benefits to a level? gas mileage, wear and tear, safety, etc

 

Or are they strictly for looks?

[Donstar]

Are there any actual benefits to a level? gas mileage, wear and tear, safety, etc

 

Or are they strictly for looks?

The advantage to a level is looks with an added benefit of a little more space for larger tires. The combination of the added space and larger tires gives more ground clearance for off-road activities.

[Donstar]

I've been doing a lot of reading and had a question that hopefully someone can answer... What is the quality/safety advantage to installing spacers to the lower end of the strut vs the top. Some guys are adamant about this and I'm about to pull the trigger so... Thanks in advance!

 

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For a 2" or smaller spacer, there is no advantage to using a top of strut spacer. They are more work to install and the results are the same. Greater than 2" spacers are often a combination of the two or just a top strut extension.

[bndawgs]

The advantage to a level is looks with an added benefit of a little more space for larger tires. The combination of the added space and larger tires gives more ground clearance for off-road activities.

Thanks. And all levels require an alignment afterwards correct?

[Sierra Jon]

I am doing mine myself right before the tires go on so that it gets aligned right after.

 

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[Donstar]

Thanks. And all levels require an alignment afterwards correct?

Your welcome and yes to the alignment.

[mjdxtreme]

I have read several installation instructions and they all talk about loosening the upper ball joint and such. Is this step truely required. I have been wanting a leveling kit and co sidered doing it myself but as soon as it talks about the ball joints and being careful not to let the front axles fall out I consider spensing the extra money. I was wondering if you could just lift the truck, remove the lower shock/strut bolts and either use a pry bar to give enough clearance to get the lower spacer in or use the jack to comperss the shock a little to give enough clearance to get the lower spacer in.

[Donstar]

I have read several installation instructions and they all talk about loosening the upper ball joint and such. Is this step truely required. I have been wanting a leveling kit and co sidered doing it myself but as soon as it talks about the ball joints and being careful not to let the front axles fall out I consider spensing the extra money. I was wondering if you could just lift the truck, remove the lower shock/strut bolts and either use a pry bar to give enough clearance to get the lower spacer in or use the jack to comperss the shock a little to give enough clearance to get the lower spacer in.

I have had the same thoughts. I believe there is a youtube showing shortcuts with the use of a pry-bar. However, I will be getting mine installed by my dealer. If anything goes wrong during the installation, or after the install, it won't be my problem. I am reasonably confident i could save the much needed money and do it myself but I also can't afford to screw it up!