Guys... Just take one bolt out..then slowly back the other bolt out but not all the way.. you'll see that the space is opening up as you back it out.. then you slide in the spacer one side at a time..put the new bolt in .now take that other bolt out and pivot the spacer in place.. still loosen your sway bar link tho.. crazy how easy this is..
Had alot of guys tell me they put a lift kit on but never had anyone show me . Great tips on ft to back were you were and the dimensions before and after . Tools needed and the way you saved time for you !!!
Installed these on my 2013 and regret installing them. Made the truck look good but man the comfort level went to crap really quick. Struts had to be replaced before 80k and sway bar links were destroyed. Yes, I got an alignment after install. I went with the full strut level from rough country and the difference is night and day. If you're going for looks rather than performance, then do it but, you will be disappointed. Thats just my honest opinion. Easy install and just putting my experience with these out there. Your vehicle may do different if you do light use with it.
Remember to move the vehicle back a few feet and then forward. After you jack a vehicle up you need to move it so it can settle into its ride position.
I have a 4wd and cut the bolt, put it upside down to not rub the cv axel drove it 50 km re torqued and welded it, bolt barley went thru the nylock and next time I take it is too change the strut
Great question, but offset of the wheels are different for all trucks cars which will determine this. Also larger tires by diameter or width or both? If they are a positive offset aftermarket wheels or close to stock and not to much neg offset you can run larger tires to an extent. I would say 1 to 2 sizes bigger than stock. As for aftermarket wheels with larger tires and alot of neg offsetI would suggest going to "Custom Offsets" website. They have larger wheel and tire sizes that will work with your truck. Great question though. Mine were LT275/55R20 in this video.
Interested in knowing what tires you are running. I have a 2008 2WD Silverado 1500 going to put the leveling kit on. Having to get new tires. I am wanting to keep the stock 20 inch rims but wondering how big of a tire I can do. Any suggestions?
So if you do it this way, since you aren't disconnecting your controll arms and sway bars, will you still have to get an alignment just because the geometry has changed?
Yes, I think it will work on your tahoe. I did sell this truck awhile back, but it did not give me any problems after the install. I proably put about 6k miles on it after with no issues.
Yes, but the bolt under the axle shaft must go in from the bottom and you will have top cut the bolt off or use 3/16-3/8 of washers to keep it from hitting it the axle.
The factory bolts dont have lock nuts and also come head down with the threads exposed from underneath. So...I dont know what you are talking about. The bolt head is always on top even with the factory hardware.
@@hulkgarage454 You put the nut on top. Doing it this way you don't have to disconnect the ball joint. However you are taking a chance on the bolt hitting the axle shaft. Didn't follow instructions.
Garage slabs are poured with a slight slope downward toward the garage door so water can flow outside. That’s probably why your truck wasn’t 100% level. Great video and thanks for making it. I’ll be installing my kit as soon as it comes in.
Once you take the original bolts off the strut moves back and it is very hard to move it back into places to line up for the new bolts to go in. Just stick with the original way of doing it.
I think it rides just a touch stiffer up front but if you can live with that you will enjoy it overall. The stance is alot better and you will get used to it being stiffer. IMO.
I've seen another video where this job was done the same way on a 2018 Z71 4x4 Silverado... so yes, it can be done although the driveshaft might give less access. czcams.com/video/YjlOoVp_UEg/video.html
Guys... Just take one bolt out..then slowly back the other bolt out but not all the way.. you'll see that the space is opening up as you back it out.. then you slide in the spacer one side at a time..put the new bolt in .now take that other bolt out and pivot the spacer in place.. still loosen your sway bar link tho.. crazy how easy this is..
I was about to do it the same way they did it and watching this video saved me a ton of time. Gonna try this out first
I have a 2012... This makes me really confident and willing to buy the leveling kit now. thank you so much.
You are welcome.
Had alot of guys tell me they put a lift kit on but never had anyone show me . Great tips on ft to back were you were and the dimensions before and after . Tools needed and the way you saved time for you !!!
Thanks
Awesome job man. Thanks for explaining everything to the spec much better than others. Ordered mine for my 2018 GMC n will follow tru LP
Installed these on my 2013 and regret installing them. Made the truck look good but man the comfort level went to crap really quick. Struts had to be replaced before 80k and sway bar links were destroyed. Yes, I got an alignment after install. I went with the full strut level from rough country and the difference is night and day. If you're going for looks rather than performance, then do it but, you will be disappointed. Thats just my honest opinion. Easy install and just putting my experience with these out there. Your vehicle may do different if you do light use with it.
Well thanks for the feedback. Ive never had a problem with them and it rides just fine.
@@hulkgarage454 great vid though!
@@R6Bandit88 thank you
Remember to move the vehicle back a few feet and then forward. After you jack a vehicle up you need to move it so it can settle into its ride position.
Thanks for the video. I have a 2014 . Now I know I can do it myself
Thanks for the video I was able to knock this project out solo
I'm glad I could help you out.
I’m definitely doing that , my Silverado already lifted it got a 5’ kit
dang that things five feet in the air
Thanks to you I got it on-sale and showing how to do the 2wd installation.
Im very glad I can help. Send me pics let me know how it works out for you.
@@hulkgarage454 sure thing!
You are the man brotha 💪 shops want 300+ for something like this. Will install this kit this weekend
Let me know how it goes.
Great job explained perfect thanks
Glad I can help. Thank you.
I prefer knocker loose over WD40, we use alot where I work and it really good.
I will have to check that out. Whats the best place to buy it?
@@hulkgarage454 I get mine from work, but I think they buy it from Amazon. It's orange spray with giant CRC logo on it
Remember to re aim your headlights
Think this could possibly work with a 4wd. I tried everything to do it without removing the balljoints and didn’t work.
Follow the instructions for the 4wd in the kit. The video is for a 2wd.
Does it fit 2016 gmc 1500 denali 2wd
I was the 500 like thanks
I have a 4wd and cut the bolt, put it upside down to not rub the cv axel drove it 50 km re torqued and welded it, bolt barley went thru the nylock and next time I take it is too change the strut
I will be checking it... also ripped the cv boo so have to do that now anyways lol
What size tires are you able to run with this leveling kit? Thankyou for this video I am getting ready to do this to my 13 gmc sierra!
Great question, but offset of the wheels are different for all trucks cars which will determine this. Also larger tires by diameter or width or both? If they are a positive offset aftermarket wheels or close to stock and not to much neg offset you can run larger tires to an extent. I would say 1 to 2 sizes bigger than stock. As for aftermarket wheels with larger tires and alot of neg offsetI would suggest going to "Custom Offsets" website. They have larger wheel and tire sizes that will work with your truck. Great question though. Mine were LT275/55R20 in this video.
Thanks for not saying this was for 2 wheel drive from the beginning...sheesh.
Interested in knowing what tires you are running. I have a 2008 2WD Silverado 1500 going to put the leveling kit on. Having to get new tires. I am wanting to keep the stock 20 inch rims but wondering how big of a tire I can do. Any suggestions?
czcams.com/video/VrXpVdTqsLc/video.htmlsi=dKk2v2JaJgF3bY5b
Austin check out my tire install and test drive video. The link is posted for you. Thanks.
So if you do it this way, since you aren't disconnecting your controll arms and sway bars, will you still have to get an alignment just because the geometry has changed?
I would recomend it. I didnt do it and I dont have any issues with excessive tire wear and she tracks straight. You might get lucky like I did.
So this video was uploaded 8 months ago how is it holding up? And should I get an alignment after?
I sold this truck and yes
Hi Just wondering if this would work on a 2013 Tahoe 2wd and how is ur truck still running with any problems
Yes, I think it will work on your tahoe. I did sell this truck awhile back, but it did not give me any problems after the install. I proably put about 6k miles on it after with no issues.
@@wotysgtb4348 yeah slight bit stiffer up front but not enough to bother me.
What the update man, any issues? I just ordered mine for my 2015 Yukon Denali. Gets here today and ill install it tomorrow.
I sold that truck but its a good kit you wull be happy with it.
Can u just do one side at a time instead of raises both sides at once?
I guess you could. Go for it.
Do you have to do an alignment afterwards?
It is recommended but I didnt do it. I only disconnected the sway bar end links though. I guess it depends on what all you have to disconnect.
I thought this was good video until I seen you skipped alot of detail how you got the spacer in there, best way is take the wheel off.
Loosining the sway bar bolts gets you the clearence you need. Then it slides right in.
Thanks for the feedback
I showed it. I used a pry bar and loosend the sway bar nuts . Its cool though.
You dont have to take off the wheel. If you have a better way do it.
You don’t have to take the wheel off
did your tires hit the ground when u released the two bolts on the strut?
No it wont fully drop with just these two bolts.
Make sure you have the tire jacked up high enough to get the tire droop you need to put in the spacer.
Even easier way that they do at the dealership is use a big pry bar. Only 2 bolts and 20 mins
think the same method will work on a 2.5”?
Does it mount from the same place or is it a hockey puck style on top of the strut? If it mounts from the bottom it should be the same.
Can you do this with a 4x4 model??
Yes, but the bolt under the axle shaft must go in from the bottom and you will have top cut the bolt off or use 3/16-3/8 of washers to keep it from hitting it the axle.
Did you need an alignment?
No I didnt, but I would recommend it.
Does this effect towing at all?
It might set a little nose high, depending on the load. If its a normal load with a good trailer and hitch you shouldn't notice any difference.
Aren't those bolts supposed to point up so the lock nut is away from mud and chances of getting bent and broken?? Like they were from the factory???
The factory bolts dont have lock nuts and also come head down with the threads exposed from underneath. So...I dont know what you are talking about. The bolt head is always on top even with the factory hardware.
Install it how you want. If you have a better way please do it.
@@hulkgarage454 You put the nut on top. Doing it this way you don't have to disconnect the ball joint. However you are taking a chance on the bolt hitting the axle shaft. Didn't follow instructions.
@@Trying858 I dont have axle shafts its 2wd. I said it in the video.
Garage slabs are poured with a slight slope downward toward the garage door so water can flow outside. That’s probably why your truck wasn’t 100% level. Great video and thanks for making it. I’ll be installing my kit as soon as it comes in.
How much ft lbs sway bar bolts
36 ftlbs with blue thread locker.
What tire size is that ?
Thank you for your question. Its a LT275 55 r20
Dang-ol nut plates
Yep, they use them everywhere on airplanes. Gotta love um when they break off to.
4w parts here in Los Angeles want to charge me $600 for installation and alignment... jesus
Wow
Did you do it yourself?
I would recomend the alignment. That shouldn't cost you more that $100 unless you have to replace a part or have frame damage.
Once you take the original bolts off the strut moves back and it is very hard to move it back into places to line up for the new bolts to go in. Just stick with the original way of doing it.
Loosen the sway bar
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That's kind of Hillbillyish, coil over is proper.
You watched it so I guess you like hillbillys then.
Have we gone to the point where you have to have an electric bike? That's LAZINESS !
Im not sure what you are talking about. ??? Nothing about this channel has anything to do with an electric bike.
They are faster and efficient, why remain stupid doing more work than is needed.
Do I sacrifice a lot of ride quality with the RC?
I think it rides just a touch stiffer up front but if you can live with that you will enjoy it overall. The stance is alot better and you will get used to it being stiffer. IMO.
Great question.
Can you do this with a 4x4 model??
I've seen another video where this job was done the same way on a 2018 Z71 4x4 Silverado... so yes, it can be done although the driveshaft might give less access. czcams.com/video/YjlOoVp_UEg/video.html