Superlift?

Bigfoot16 · September 23, 2019

Hello all. I'm STILL looking into what to do with my truck. (I appreciate the answers to my questions so far).

I'm looking at the Superlift 3" kit they have available. It appeals to me because there is no cutting required for installation.

Does anyone have any experience with this company and their products?

Thanks

Ezekiel2517 · September 23, 2019

I called them and they seemed legit. Their kit does not need the rear crossmember chop that the RC 3" kit previously did. I say previously because as of last week they changed their kit to eliminate the rear crossmember mod. They now do the preload spacer that super lift uses. As far as quality the superlift seems fine. The ball joints look to be a good brand. The rear shocks can be Billsteins for less than the RC kit. The only difference I can see is that RC does a 2" rear block and superlift does a 1.5. Since I only have 1" rake this would make me nose high. I hate squatted trucks so I am still looking.

I cant get a straight answer on what the preload spacer will do to the ride. It seems like it should make it worse, but it's only half inch so it shouldn't be much.

I'm debating just getting a 2.5" front and 2" rear block and a rear shock extension. Would be way cheaper and easier than messing with a preload spacer. Rebuilding these struts is not a a job you can do with normal tools. And most shops dont wanna deal with it unless you are buying their shocks.

Edited September 23, 2019 by Ezekiel2517

Bigfoot16 · September 24, 2019

2 hours ago, Ezekiel2517 said:

I called them and they seemed legit. Their kit does not need the rear crossmember chop that the RC 3" kit previously did. I say previously because as of last week they changed their kit to eliminate the rear crossmember mod. They now do the preload spacer that super lift uses. As far as quality the superlift seems fine. The ball joints look to be a good brand. The rear shocks can be Billsteins for less than the RC kit. The only difference I can see is that RC does a 2" rear block and superlift does a 1.5. Since I only have 1" rake this would make me nose high. I hate squatted trucks so I am still looking.

I cant get a straight answer on what the preload spacer will do to the ride. It seems like it should make it worse, but it's only half inch so it shouldn't be much.

I'm debating just getting a 2.5" front and 2" rear block and a rear shock extension. Would be way cheaper and easier than messing with a preload spacer. Rebuilding these struts is not a a job you can do with normal tools. And most shops dont wanna deal with it unless you are buying their shocks.

Thanks for the information. I appreciate it.

qaton · April 12, 2020

I just installed the Superlift 3" kit on my 2019 LTZ, went pretty smooth. Compressing the springs was the tough part.

It leveled out my truck and got it a little higher.

Bigfoot16 · April 13, 2020

Very cool. Thanks. Maui? I love it there...

qaton · April 13, 2020

A true 3" up front.

ground to fender was 37.5" before, and 40.5" after.

Rear is 40.5" now as well too.

Just some info for those installing this kit. I used four 'stick style' spring compressors on each strut to be safe.

Bigfoot16 · April 13, 2020

15 minutes ago, qaton said:

A true 3" up front.

ground to fender was 37.5" before, and 40.5" after.

Rear is 40.5" now as well too.

Just some info for those installing this kit. I used four 'stick style' spring compressors on each strut to be safe.

How is the ride quality?

qaton · April 13, 2020

Just now, Bigfoot16 said:

How is the ride quality?

I haven't really driven it yet. It feels the same going in and out of the garage. Ha Ha. We have a stay at home order here currently on Maui with random road checks.

Not that that will stop me from going out, just haven't been out YET. the surf is calling though....

Bigfoot16 · April 13, 2020

1 minute ago, qaton said:

I haven't really driven it yet. It feels the same going in and out of the garage. Ha Ha. We have a stay at home order here currently on Maui with random road checks.

Not that that will stop me from going out, just haven't been out YET. the surf is calling though....

Cool.. I'm anxious to hear how it does... is that little pizza shop on Prison street still open?

qaton · April 13, 2020

1 minute ago, Bigfoot16 said:

Cool.. I'm anxious to hear how it does... is that little pizza shop on Prison street still open?

Prison street pizza? Not much is open during this pandemic.

No visitors, restaurants just closed up for now.

Bigfoot16 · April 13, 2020

Yep.. that's the place.. haven't been out in a few years. I bet Lahaina looks strange without all the visitors. Stay safe out there.

Wilderydude83 · December 14, 2020

Any updates on the superlift lift kit?

Trey Smith · March 25, 2021

On 12/14/2020 at 6:41 AM, Wilderydude83 said:

Any updates on the superlift lift kit?

@qaton How is the 3" Superlift working out? How's the ride compared to stock? Debating that kit vs 3" Rancho...vs the 2" GM factory lift w/ 1" spacer (to hopefully not void warranty).

qaton · March 25, 2021

The lift seems fine, no real change in driving. Bilsteins for the front would have been a nice upgrade, but they weren’t available at the time.

Now I’m considering going to a 6” lift

RSVolcom · March 25, 2021

I lived up in Napili for years across from Napili Market. Worked at the Plantation House restaurant. Just spoke with my roomate, said the waves are firing right now. Miss surfing shitfalls and the bay along with windmills.

I really miss my red stained feet the most and trucks daily.

Edited March 25, 2021 by RSVolcom