Zone 1.5 Body Lift Reversible?

Blaze5012 · June 30, 2017

I am looking into the Zone 1.5 body lift but see that some cutting is required on the front bumper and mounts. Specifically, it looks like you cut off two bolt holes on each side.

To remove the lift and go back to stock, can this bracket be replaced? Ive seen in several posts that this lift is reversible but I cant find how you would turn back from the cutting. What would have to be done to be able to return to stock?

SouthernSilveradoGuy85 · June 30, 2017

I personally can't stand body lifts, it's just the cheap way out yet you seem to have to do more work. If all you want is a 1 1/2" lift I would put a leveling kit on the front and then replace the rear 1" block with a 2" or 3" block. The block is between the axle and leaf springs.

Blaze5012 · June 30, 2017

I have already done the leveling kit but am looking for just a little bit more lift. And I don't have $1000+ to spend on a true suspension lift that calls for even more cutting than the body lift. So the 1.5 in body lift for just under $200 is the best route for me.

Not the biggest fan of body lifts either, but this is the best route to what I am looking for, as long as the cutting isn't so invasive I can't revert back.

Donstar · June 30, 2017

I understand the advantages to a body lift is your ability to fit larger tires while maintaining a stock suspension or giving more lift to an already lifted truck. I would personally not consider a body lift as a cheaper alternative to a proper lift. . A local metal fabricator could probably return tabs previously removed but will add to the overall cost. What is the likelihood of you reversing the lift if you choose to go ahead?

ChevyRoofer · June 30, 2017

Subscribed to this. I'm actually looking at the exact same thing to see if I can squeeze 34s or 35s.

Body lifts don't change suspension at all, but what all needs to be changed? I saw the front bumper part, but any other Extensions? Exhaust?

Blaze5012 · June 30, 2017

I understand the advantages to a body lift is your ability to fit larger tires while maintaining a stock suspension or giving more lift to an already lifted truck. I would personally not consider a body lift as a cheaper alternative to a proper lift. . A local metal fabricator could probably return tabs previously removed but will add to the overall cost. What is the likelihood of you reversing the lift if you choose to go ahead?

I would say that the likelihood is low that I would return to stock (I really do want more height), I just would like to know before I install it. Mainly in the case that I ever sell the truck 5-6 years down the road or more.

And I really do not prefer the body lift, but I do not like all the bad experiences with the cheaper 4" kits that are mostly an oversized leveling kit (CV angles). And I do not have the budget to spend $1000+ on a 4" full suspension lift and I really don't like the major cutting of the frame. So to me, my best option is the body lift that does not have major cutting (although I still would like to know about the front bumper and mount cutting if its reversible) and is a cheaper option. It also maintains the factory ride as well.

SouthernSilveradoGuy85 · June 30, 2017

I can understand wanting to be able to put it back to stock. But, what you're wanting to do isn't a huge lift so I don't think it would be a big deal to try to sell a truck with a small lift. It's also very understandable that you just don't have the budget for a 4" suspension lift. But, it's not something you need, just what you want. So I say save up for at least a decent lift and then lift it. I would rather wait to be able to put a better lift than to get a cheap one and have problems down the road. You have to do mods to put both a suspension lift and body lift so why not do the full suspension lift since you have to mod things anyways to make fit.

country_09 · June 30, 2017

I have the 1.5" zone paired with a 2.5" level...not sure why there's so many negatives on it looks wise. You literally can't tell it's there. The rear liners cover the small frame gap, the front liners cover the side of the engine, the hitch isn't like the old style where it's obvious with the big body pucks that one is there. It's all hidden, oh except for the very small amount of frame underneath that shows, so small that no one on the road and half the people in the truck scene don't even notice it. For 200$ it's a quick way to get a lil more clearance. With it bein that small a lift, I wouldn't worry about takin it off to sell the truck. Especially in 4-5 years. More work than it'd be worth at that point.

Blaze5012 · July 1, 2017

I have the 1.5" zone paired with a 2.5" level...not sure why there's so many negatives on it looks wise. You literally can't tell it's there. The rear liners cover the small frame gap, the front liners cover the side of the engine, the hitch isn't like the old style where it's obvious with the big body pucks that one is there. It's all hidden, oh except for the very small amount of frame underneath that shows, so small that no one on the road and half the people in the truck scene don't even notice it. For 200$ it's a quick way to get a lil more clearance. With it bein that small a lift, I wouldn't worry about takin it off to sell the truck. Especially in 4-5 years. More work than it'd be worth at that point.

Thats a good point for sure. I guess I really shouldn't be too concerned with that part.

I am still curious though, is there anyone that has taken this lift off for any reason?

ducklawyer · July 1, 2017

Thats a good point for sure. I guess I really shouldn't be too concerned with that part.

I am still curious though, is there anyone that has taken this lift off for any reason?

I took one off my old 96 extended cab. It was a B to get the bumpers relocated correctly. Actual body part is easy. Not sure about these models but I would say not much has changed in he PITA category.

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