Just finished leveling kit, how's this ball joint angle

[bbyers77]

I think it's too much of an angle, what do you guys think? 

 

 

[SSchup]

Those look like some pretty steep angles, CV and tie rod also.

[redwngr]

Might as well get the new ones ordered now.

[bbyers77]

Kinda what I'm thinking, might pull it all out and add the ready lift 4" lift. It comes with new UCA and a diff drop.

[texasaggies16]

What size level is that? my 2.5" isnt near that steep.

[cbrsilv15]

Yikes. I’m guessing it’s a 2.5-3” front level?

[bbyers77]

I'm not real happy with the angles, what's everyones thoughts brand wise on a 4 in lift? Thought about ready lift, but after doing some research I'm now leaning towards cst.

[Mike GMC]

I've been researching and am also leaning towards CST.  No cutting (maybe slight trimming) and no welding on their install and it is reversible back to stock.  If I do it, I will get their 4.5" kit.

 

[MBSierra17]

1 minute ago, Mike GMC said:

I've been researching and am also leaning towards CST.  No cutting (maybe slight trimming) and no welding on their install and it is reversible back to stock.  If I do it, I will get their 4.5" kit.

 

Yes there is. You have to cut your mounting points for uca and the lower crossmembers. You won't be going back to stock without welding pieces back in. Pretty much the only difference in cutting between cst and BDS or zone is trimming the tab on the differential. 

[TXGREEK]

Yes there is. You have to cut your mounting points for uca and the lower crossmembers. You won't be going back to stock without welding pieces back in. Pretty much the only difference in cutting between cst and BDS or zone is trimming the tab on the differential. 

That’s incorrect, there’s much more to it, CST builds far superior quality in their Lifts, their welds are super quality and even have welded in gussets for reinforcement. In addition, their powder coating and paint process is far better too. Aside of all those I’ve mentioned, CST 4.5” doesn’t widen your track width forcing you having to buy new wheels and widening your turning radius. I’d recommend calling CST with any questions OP may be having and will easily be choosing the CST over others, especially being you can get this kit for $1600 plus rear shocks total approximately $1800


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[MBSierra17]

I'm not going to get in a measuring contest with you about cst vs anyone else. I don't care. My comment was about the cutting required. 

[SSchup]

I have the CST 4.5" , my second CST kit. I ran there 4" kit on my 2013. The older kit was much simpler and I chose it due to the fact it doesn't widen the front track width. The new 4 1/2" kit is more complicated since it relocates the upper control arms. Not saying it isn't a nice kit, but there is a lot more cutting then the old kit. I really can't see going back to stock very easily since you cut the control arm pockets and droop stops out. With all that said, I would still do the CST due to the fact I don't like the front end pushed out wider then the rear. I would rather have the option of choosing my offset with the wheel choice.. 

Here is picture I took of what needs to be cut off the truck when installing it.

 

[bbyers77]

iv talked to cst a few times today and there is more cutting than I first thought.  But I'm still planning on going with this set up.  I'm hoping to drive this truck for as long as possible and want a kit that will stand the test of time.

[TXGREEK]

iv talked to cst a few times today and there is more cutting than I first thought.  But I'm still planning on going with this set up.  I'm hoping to drive this truck for as long as possible and want a kit that will stand the test of time.

Excellent choice! Not sure if you’re aware but CST makes their own shocks in-house too. Here’s my front CST coil overs and rear Piggybacks resi’s. Very impressive ride quality difference coming from stock and Bilsteins.





When it comes to your suspension, Never Ever go cheap!


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[Grumpy Bear]

22 hours ago, bbyers77 said:

I think it's too much of an angle, what do you guys think? 

 

 

Is that sitting on her wheels or on jack-stands? That UCA resting on the droop stop?