Which leveling kit?

[05 1500HD]

I've started looking at leveling kits for my 14 silverado but I'm confused on which type is best.  I've seen on top of the strut spacers and I've seen the bottom mount under the strut kits.  When I had my Tacoma I've never seen the under the strut type so now I'm confused.  Which type is the best and will last the longest that doesn't affect the ride quality too much?

[btj_z71]

14 minutes ago, 05 1500HD said:

I've started looking at leveling kits for my 14 silverado but I'm confused on which type is best.  I've seen on top of the strut spacers and I've seen the bottom mount under the strut kits.  When I had my Tacoma I've never seen the under the strut type so now I'm confused.  Which type is the best and will last the longest that doesn't affect the ride quality too much?

Go with rough country or zone.  Both would be fine for a simple  leveling kit.  Had the RC 2.5in on my truck for 2yrs now and no issues, didn't affect ride quality.

[05 1500HD]

Are those on top or bottom?  Also, I forgot to ask what are the pros and cons to both types of kits?

[CHowell1991]

I’ve always ran the ReadyLift 2.25” Leveling Kit. It’s more money than most, but it seems to be built better (just by looking at it). Plus, it is what most of the off road shops and dealerships use where I am from. I’ve never had a problem and honestly, have never heard of any problems from anyone around running it.


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[MN1(SW)]

I had RCs at first but I didn't like them. A few months later I switched all my shocks out to the Bilsteins. It rides and handles significantly better. 

[Amuro]

I also had cheap RC 2.5 leveling lift kit and after a week took them off. I’m going with Bilsteins 5100 front and back. Fronts at Max settings. 

[Mikebtte]

I ran the cheap Amazon under strut aluminum blocks. No issue and the ride was fine. Only ran for 2 years and went a different direction.