2" Lift Blocks on my 2018 Chevy Silverado!!
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
- Threw a set of MotoFab lift blocks on the rear of the Chevy to get that aggressiveness back... What do you think!?!
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The truck looks GREAT...your hard work paid off! Very Nice!!!
Michael Cheatham thank you man!! Appreciate the support!!
I just installed these today. Rather than lowering the axle so much, I used a floor jack with a 2x4 scrap to force the leaf spring up so I could slide the block in. Also left the wheels on and did one side completely at a time. Hope it helps. Nice truck!!
Did you put your truck on stands? Also, did you unscrew the abs etc?
@@4244john You would definitely need to in order to relieve pressure on the springs and allow movement.
I’ve done this same exact process on a buddies truck and it looks great. I love the factory rake when it’s lifted. Don’t like a truck driving around looking like it’s got poopie pants.
I just had a 2 inch level in front and a 2 inch block added to the rear...the kit was from Zone off road. According to instructions, and after calling tech support to verify....said to leave factory block on, add the new block above it. Mines is a 2018 Z71 ....put a set of STT Pros in 285/65/18. love it
J Fike thanks for sharing man!! Glad you enjoy 🤙🏼🤙🏼
That's what I'm talking about real talk shit Chevy 4life all about keeping it level standing up strong💪
Z71 off-road comes with 2” blocks stock so if u wanna lift the back end you need 3” or 4” blocks. I tow a Lund tyee around so I’m going 2.5-3 lift in the front and 4” in rear to keep some of the factory rake so the ass doesn’t droop towing
AYYYY all in personal preference like you said, truck looks good man!
lmfscrew thank you sir, yours as well!! Totally get your possible want for going with a street look now after all the rock chips... I’m thinking the same. Truck has 5k miles on it and rock chips everywhere! Cringy!
Yup i've got a video coming out thursday showing the rock chips on mine. It is sad to see but hey its just the price you pay. I just watched the video of you talking about the chips on yours, you'll at least be happy yours isn't as bad as mine haha I'm with you on the no fender flares or flaps, cant stand them lol
I leveled my '13 Z71, and I like that its taller. But I'm definitely putting blocks in the back after watching this video!! This looks great. Good work
Ian Armitage go 3” in the rear of a z71
@@nickb8618 why 3" instead of 2"? I have a '19 Z71 I was about to go 2". But still doing the research.
Measure ur blocks in the back my z71 off road has stock 2” in back already instead of 1” like standard 4x4 trim pkgs
John, your "rig" looks fantastic!!! Thank you for sharing such valuable info with us, as I just picked up a 2016 Silverado 1500 crew cab and will follow your plan of action, Happy Motoring, my fellow Chevy friend!!!
deeazz777 thanks for the kind words man!! Really appreciate it and glad I can help!! Let me know if there’s ever anything you’d like to see!!
Looks Great! Thanks for the heads up on those little unknowns.
Looks great. I hate the reverse level look, where the front is higher than the rear. It makes the truck look like a dog taking a shit.
JDB1978 agreed 🤟🏼
LMAO 🙈 EXACTLY!
That's the correct look for the truck imo.
most important thing about factory rake other than hauling is when trucks leaf springs get old they sag therefore when your old truck sags it will be level and youll still win lol
lift the springs instead of dropping the drive train.
Hey bud, the easiest way to do that is get another jack , set it on some 2x4s and raise up the leaf springs, slide them in. Easy !! Nice looking truck.
Ohhhh I never thought of that!! Makes perfect sense though, thank you!! I'll keep that in mind if I choose to go bigger in the future!!
Really glad I found this channel. No lie literally just bought the exact same truck a week ago, looks identical to yours before you did any mods. So really cool for me getting to see what the possibilities are with my exact truck
Thanks for watching man!! Feel free to ask any questions along your journey!!
I completely agree with you on the way the truck looks with the rake you have now. Looks awesome man! Nice work. I am probably going to do the exact same to mine.
Good vid, except for the chipmunk music.
😂😂😂😂 chipmunks
Doing this same thing to my Sierra in a couple days. Put a level kit on it and it always looks like a dog sitting down. Especially when i had my kid and my dirt bike and gear and everything loaded in the back. So I got a 3 inch block to replace my 1.5” block that’s in the back to give it an inch and a half rake back to it.
This is the kinda shit I need on my truck. I own a 2wd, don’t wana be a douche with a 6” on a 2wd.
I agree I like rake not squat but to each his own
If you ever do that again on the rear, put a jack on the leaf springs and push up and you’ll have plenty of room
I just recently discovered your channel and just like you I do my own backyard wrenching. I like your videos because I also work on my truck by myself and usually what I plan for installation almost never goes like how I planned it, LOL! Great video and thanks for sharing! Nice truck by the way!
Appreciate the support man, thank you 🙏🏼
Looks sweet, I'm currently on the search to find me a Silverado I like. Once I do this is the stance I'm looking for, nice mild set up.
Sit’s up nice,,,
Quick question was looking at a 3inch level for front and 2 inch level for back? Would that be a good idea?
Sure man, it’ll end up more level than mine currently. I got the factory rake back with my 2.5” up front and 2” in the rear setup.
Looks good man. I put bilstien 5100s which give 1.85 inch plus a 1.5 lower lift block along with a 3 inch rear block. Also it's easier in your driveway to use a floor Jack with a rubber block to lift up the leaf spring and changed one side at a time. Dont have lift anything else. Takes 30 minutes going slowly. That's it
how is your stacking of lifts holding up . is it comfortable i've heard conflicting stories on doing this but i'd like to
Ya, you can't have a nice truck with a dog-squat look. Good job on the truck and vid.
Thank you!
Pretty Dope, the aggressive stance is amazing 😎💯💯🎯🎯
Nice truck. I just got my 2018 and I'm about to level it.
I just got the rancho rs999901 quick lift strut and shocks assembly. It adds 2.5 inches. Might have to add the rear blocks though
I might use this to make my truck level. My truck only has a 1" rake from factory so if I get a 2" rough country leveling kit, I'm going to be squated 1 inch. So if I buy a 2in block for the rear to replace the 1in that's already there, it should be exactly level.
I’m gonna do mine, I did a 2” leveling kit already. After your video I ordered a 1” block kit (motofab) just to get a little of that aggressive stance back.
Man tag truck looks nice,you did good job,I will have to do same thing with my truck ..
Props man. Great video. Installing motofab 2.5 level kit myself tomorrow.
Came across this since I’m doing the same thing and thought to myself.... he has to be from Pittsburgh, turns out we live in the same zip code hahahaha. Great video man!
That’s awesome man! Thanks for the support!!!
@@JohnWargo93 no problem man!
I added a 2 inch block on the rear but don’t like the stance, could I use the new hardware on the stock blocks?
Yeah I’d assume as long as the treads go deep enough!
After installing the 2inch rear blocks. How high is the bed from the ground?
Pennsylvania Boyz getting it in. I want this same setup for my white, 2019, 2wd twin to this one.!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏾👍🏾
I like the stance truck on the truck. You came just in time cuz I’m doing some research on trying to get my 07 avalanche to look more aggressive
You didnt need to touch the back..I am running 20x9 Fuel Assaults on 33x12.50 Fuel Mud Grippers with just a 2in rough country level in the front and no other modifications whatsoever with zero rubbing at all..rear end is completely O.E. The truck looks great no doubt but you could have saved a few bucks and still got the look you wanted with just a level.
GIXXER_NICK I didn’t put the blocks in the rear to make room for tires, I did it because I didn’t like the look of the truck with just the level up front. Looked too level of that makes sense, lol. I wanted the rake back, didn’t like the squatting look when I hook up a trailer or anything.
@@JohnWargo93 I tow an 8,000lb camper with my 17 1500 Sierra and get zero squat with a stock rear end..timbres
Timbrens*
I got a 2021 gmc 4x4 I just leveled it and want any ideas on if I do the inch block will be able to finally fit 35s
What inch of level did you do on the front? Any issues with the front components wearing prematurely?
2.5” level up front. No issues during the 30k miles that I had the truck
Are those 2inch or 3 inch blocks? did they give you 2 inch's of lift or 1inch? considering the oem block i think is 1.25" that you took out. -thanks
kavan vienneau blocks are called 2” but they were actually 3” I’m guessing to account taking out the factory blocks. Gave me precisely 2” of lift!
What's the total height of the truck from the highest point on the cab to the ground?
Anyone else notice he didnt block the truck from being able to roll backwards onto him? Safety first he should have blocked both sides of the tires. Especially with a driveway slope to the road. Other than that not a bad job on it.
ps... My friend used some blocks that go in the spring to raise it up some. ( not sure how much i trust them but they appeared to work good)
Northern Rider I tow with them and everything, 27k miles so far, no issues.
Dude I got the same deal. Put the leveling kit on but I think my rear is still higher by an inch and I think the kit comes with 3 inch blocks so I think I’m gonna try ordering 2 inch blocks
Looks badass man nose diving is so cool
any vibration issues many speak of? some say not to use the tapered blocks?
J Fike no vibrations for me, no
U have to use tapered blocks after a certain height to retain the correct pinion angle.
I had the 2.5 level in front and 2” block in the rear. Found it was too level maybe front was slightly higher, so I got the 3” rear block to give me a lil rake
Treezy01 yeah interesting how each truck differs a little.. my 2.5” level leveled mine completely so I got the 2” block to gain my rake back
M Brum_8 the 2” block is actually 3” so once you replace the factory block it still gives you 2” of overall lift height
The ycall it a 2” block kit but is the block actually 2” or is it 3” so you really get 2” lift after removing the factory block?
Trey block is 3” total so you get 2” of lift after removing the factory block
If I was to get the 3 inch leveling kit for the front & then get the 2 inch in the rear would it sit level ?
Ricky Hendrix I don’t think so.. I still have 1.75” of rake and that’s with the 2.5” up front and 2” in the rear. Might wanna go with the 1” block for the rear to be more level??
Ricky Hendrix did you ever put the 2 inch block in the back? I just installed the 3 inch up front but I also think the 2 inch block in the back would make it higher, and I want it to sit level
Austin Inscho yeah man that’s what’s on the truck right now.. 2.5” up front, 2” blocks in the rear. She sits higher. Pretty sure it even would on yours.
Do you have any problems getting your truck Inspected because of the wheels and tinted windows?
I would like to do the same to my 2018 Chevy.
Jim Tumpak what’s up man?? Most shops here in PA don’t care about the window tint. It’s best to ask before having them inspect it for the first time. The wheels on the other hand would be an issue... that’s why I keep the stocks around. I put the stock wheels and tires on for state inspections.
Thanks John! Keep your videos coming!
Do you have to unbolt the shocks or can you leave connected? My truck has over 100,000 miles and no way I'm unbolting them unless I change them lol. Also not sure if I want 2 inch or 1.5. I got a 2 inch level already. 2004 Sierra 2500hd. If I can leave the shocks on that'd be awesome.
Alec Pratt hmmmm might be able to leave the shocks on and just might have to pry on the axle to get the new blocks in.. do like 1 side at a time and pry it down or something not sure. Might have to bite the bullet and snatch some shocks too! Lol
@@JohnWargo93 that may work. I'll have an extra hand installing them. Mine actually didn't come with stock blocks so it'd be nice. And yeah shocks are a pretty penny lol. Truck sounds good. I installed a 4 inch dynomax on mine. See you're in Pittsburgh I'm actually in Erie county if you wanna put em in for me 😅
Alec Pratt haha you’ll see me rolling around Erie a lot of weekends in the summertime. Have a camp up there 🤟🏼 Rum Runners here we come! Haha
@@JohnWargo93 haha nice!! If this virus ever goes away i might run into ya!
Would jacking up on the leaf springs be easier?
Yeah... a few other guys said it may as well. Now I know for next time, lol!!
Its MUCH easier to do 1 side at a time also those blocks are tapered the small side has to face the front of the vehicle
Order the same blocks 2" tall and i received 3" tall i dont know if they send me the wrong block or what but that is not going to work for me so im sending them back. Do you know how tall yours were
Jorgeluis Salazar yeah man, the 2” lift kit comes with 3” blocks.. the factory blocks are currently 1” tall.. so once you remove them, and insert the 3” tall block it’ll give you a total of 2” of lift in the rear from factory.
Thank you very much for your response my friend . Im going to try to send them back and ill see if ¡ can find me some 2" or 2.5"
Great video. Explained very well
Appreciate that!!
My 2015 LTZ has about 1” squat in the rear after a 2.5” level smh. Gotta add blocks now
Are your front tires rubbing on the inner fenders
Wayne Glenn yes, on the rear of the front fenders. Right where those little black corner pieces are.
I’ve tried looking through the comments but what size tires and wheels? I am going to do the same exact setup. But I want to shop around and didn’t know what size is best with clearing everything.
These are 20x12 -44 wheels and 33x12.50 tires. They rubbed at full lock
@@JohnWargo93 awesome thanks! Would you suggest going with the same setup or something else?
@@Codymccool1 I was pretty happy with it. Rode nice, looked right in my opinion 👌🏼
Looking back to this video and even I miss this truck lol
Same!!!
@@JohnWargo93 I’m not sure why,I’m thinking because I have the same truck or just because you start your channel(correct me if I’m wrong) with that truck!.. just so good looking truck,aggressive looking and definitely the best looking model in my opinion..
@@mance7996 yes I started this channel with that Silverado… it just always hit different. Still does when I look back at pics!
what did you use to lift the front and the back ? where is the video?
This is the video for the rear.. the front is also on the channel. All MotoFab.
@@JohnWargo93 Why Motofab?
Rudy Vega from my research they produce the best and most affordable product for the buck for these 5th gens. Quality and tested but not crazy expensive or anything.
@@JohnWargo93 while thk u for the info/ reply. I love your truck, you done a lot to it.
I know this is a 2018 vid but I wish I wouldve ran across it before dealing with the same thing on my '21. Got it done but this would've saved me an hour or so..
Hey thanks for putting this video up the truck looks great I'm about to do the same thing with my truck I had my truck leveled sometimes it looks like it's squatting and put the weight in the back brings it down so thanks for putting out the instructional video
Robert Neal thank you man for the support glad to help 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Looks awesome man
Do you need a alignment since after the mods?
I don’t do any alignments on the rear… got a front end one done with the level up front.
I have the same truck love the look. Does the lift effect your ride comfort and is your speed odometer accurate?
James DOWNER thank you! The level and block kit keep the truck riding the same since it’s still on factory struts and all... once you upgrade those it’ll change the ride quality. Speedometer seems to still be pretty right on, my factory wheel/tire combo was just shy under a 33” so it’s pretty fair either way. For those coming from a lower trim with stock steel wheels it may change more drastically.
That looks great.
Could I do the same setup with stock 17 inch rims? Or do you need larger rims with different backspacing in order to NOT have the rim contact the upper A Arm on sharp turns?
omyajt with stock wheels and tires you should be good.. I run my stocks a lot in winter. But with a beefier tire they’ll probably rub a bit with stock wheels on the UCA on tight turns
Hey I have question. So my family and myself have been blessed with the opportunity to move to Nashville, Tenn. I have always been a pick-up truck fan but where I lived previously I could never justify getting one. Now that I’m here I can for a number of reasons. I started looking at pickups and to my surprise they are up there in price. So my question to you bc I’m new to the south and the culture. I see people with brand new pick ups and they have them lifted and put on incredible rims and tires (love it) but are people here buying these trucks outright? Bc you can’t modify a lease or a finance unless it’s paid in full? Just curious bc I would love to join the “club.”
Tom Markz what’s up brother welcome to the fam!! Ummm... I’m going to assume most guys are modifying a financed vehicle. I mean I’ll be honest I do it to all of my cars and for the most part finance all the more expensive ones.
JOHN WARGO I see. Ok cool. Thanks for answering my question . I’m gonna try to go for a pre-owned.
Did you change the rear shocks to?
I did later on with Bilsteins, yes.
Does doing this screw up the angle on the drive shaft?
Serpent Noose not if you get blocks that are properly tapered, no sir. These MotoFab blocks are tapered to keep the driveline angles safe.
I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on the very same setup...has the ride quality changed at all? I just went from a '15 2500HD to an '18 1500 and I love the softer ride.
One more thing, you go the shock extension route?
Heyy!! Ride quality stayed the same up front, I hear guys that go the 3” route though have a little rougher ride because everything is all the way cranked up at that point just like cranking the keys on a 3/4 ton... the rear is good also but factory shocks are a little overextended so you notice when hitting larger bumps and stuff. Didn’t get the extensions, was just going to get longer shocks but I haven’t yet 🙈
Lift your truck up then support your leaf Springs with jack stands then put a Jack under the rear diff and adjust.
ZACH ahhhhh yeah that makes a lot of sense!
Awesome video keep up the good work brotha
What size the the oem rear blocks?
Good job 👍
GREAT CHANNEL YOU HAVE 💪💪 LOVE YOUR CONTENT BEEN WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS ABOUT ALL DAY 😂😂 I’m planing on going with the 2.5 motofab lift in the front as well, but I also want to keep the rake. I plan on going with 1” rear blocks for the back, do you think I’ll still need rear shocks or can I keep my stock ones without blowing them ? Thanks in advance.
J The Don appreciate you! You’ll still be okay with the factory shocks. I’m still running mine with the 2” blocks in the rear and she’s fine.
It’s better to jack stand the rear end and jack up the leaf springs after un bolted would of been way easier
Tristan Fernandez yeahhh thank you for the feedback! I knew there had to be an easier way 😂😂
How do you know to level the truck?
Man it looks great!!...
I have the Z71 crewcab and i want
the front raised but, I pull a 24ft enclosed trailer... so, this would work nicely.
Let us know about the ride.
MRLUGNUTS will do!! Gonna do a review here soon!!
Got to say, never heard anyone say they like nosedive but hey that’s ur taste lol🤷🏼♂️
You read the majority of the other comments on this video yet? I can’t understand the entire “squat” thing dudes like now a days. Trucks are generally made for guys who like to use them for work. The rake helps with that when hauling and what not. Starting at the sky when hooked up to a trailer is plain unsafe for those yee yee boys.
Hey man love the videos and the truck. I just bought a 16 z71 Silverado had it leveled in the front. Next step is picking the right wheel setup. I see in your comments that you mention state inspections I live in Ga and have never heard of that can you elaborate?
John Doe yeah man... the state of PA makes you go through a yearly inspection to make sure your vehicle is safe for the road. They also test the emissions system to make sure there’s no leaks and that you have the proper exhaust and stuff on your vehicle. IT SUCKS!!!
I wonder by dropping the rear do you change the angles of your cv axles
You'd change your pinion angle in the rear... but these blocks are tapered correctly to keep the same angle with the additional height!
What are your fender measurements now.?
Looks good! I just did 3" front 2" rear with Readylift UCA's and Skyjacker Black Max extended rear shocks on my 18. Came out perfect with a small rake. Just Say no to 👶💩! Lol
Looks awesome! I have the rough country 2.5 in level lift. Really close to buying 3 in block for the rear because i tow. Your vids are great. Keep up the good work
Thanks for the support man!!
Chris how you liking the 2.5 kit? I am considering the purchase as well. doesn't the kit come with a 2" block for rear as well making it still have a slight rake?
@@djt6753 i really like the kit. Very easy to instal on your own. I went with the 3 inch block just because i do tow. The 2 inch block just isnt enough. But i do like the kit. No issues with buying a rough country kit. Im a rough country poster child bahaha
DJT you can but it as a kit, yessir. Keeping the factory rake. I’m just a bum and did it separately 😂😂
You said in the video you went with a 2 inch lift block. Does that mean you bought a 3 inch block to lift the truck 2 inches? Because it comes with a 1 inch block.
Hey man i got a 2000 silverodo with a 6inch lift on it and the ass end still sits to low what could i do for this? i hate this look
Gary Coleman id recommend finding some taller blocks for the rear 🤟🏼
@@JohnWargo93 thanks man and i love your videos
Gary Coleman appreciate it brother 🤟🏼🤟🏼
bro why you want your truck nose diving
How’s the ride quality after the installation?
Rembe Villarreal rides just fine! Can use a little longer shock but other than that she’s solid 👌🏼
Two things... how well does she tow with the both front and back lifted? And what percent did you tint your visor? Love the way your truck looks 👍🏼
ᗩustin ᑕummins honestly no issues with towing thus far.. have had a few pretty heavy loads with a few different style trailers and cargo and she’s been good. Also, the brow is at 5% 🤟🏼
JOHN WARGO thanks! I was worried about how well the front would do pulling my 30’ travel trailer. Your videos are a true inspiration!!
ᗩustin ᑕummins longest I’ve rowed was a 24’ enclosed and she was alright.. funny you say, my buddy with the same rig and just the front leveling kit just bought a 37’ camper and has been yanking it around. He’s also reported that it’s been not too bad but might get some helper bags for the rear! Appreciate the support!!
Did it change the way it rides?
William Palmer only when hitting big bumps and that’s because I haven’t upgraded shocks yet.. the stock shocks are current maxed out in height. I think once I get 2” longer shocks it’ll be back to normal!!
@@JohnWargo93 I ran into this issue, I live and drive on alot of dirt roads and I almost chip my teeth my suspension hits so dang hard. I'm looking for advice on shock and strut replacement ideas to compensate this. I put a 2.5 inch motofab strut spacer in the front and a 2 inch block in the rear leveled it out and it looks amazing but idk what to buy.
bencher789 think I’m going to end up with Bilstein 5100s all the way around. Hear great things about them!
@@JohnWargo93 when you buy these please do a review!!!
Nice look with the factory rake.
ZACH I love it! Thanks man!!
So wouldn't this be a actual 1¼ lift in the back? Over the 1¼ stock block? Not 2¼ of lift over stock?
Also, what is the measurement from the center of hub, from ground to the underside of fender? Im trying to see my height with the 3" front vs 2½ front, and 2¼, block vs stock block. Does this make sense?Lol
ProjectADD I have the 2.5” level up front, 2” block kit in the rear. Can’t measure from the hub from the wheel offset, but from the top of the tire to the bottom of the fender is... 8.25” gap in the front, 9.5” gap in the rear.
@@JohnWargo93 sorry I didn't ask that question right lol. I confused myself reading that back. I meant from the ground up to the underside of wheel wells.
ProjectADD oh okay I gotcha.. I’ll see if I can get a measurement tomorrow for ya
@@JohnWargo93 that Be great, thanks. Also what rear shock you go with? I don't like the stock ranchos, a bit harsh off a ride.
LOOKS GREAT MAN 💪Looking to do it on my Sierra... How well is it holding up? I heard they mess up the ride (bearing shocks etc) with time.
Official✔CNN so far so good for me, 26k miles 🤟🏼🤟🏼
Don't you think you just could have went with the RC 2.5 level kit from the start? Seeing it does both the back and front
DJT I’ll be honest with you, I never considered the RC lift.. I ran a RC lift on my Wrangler and it was fine, but these MotoFab lifts for the trucks are being run by a lot of ppl so I figured it must be pretty good overall. They sell the front and rear as a full kit as well, but I ended up doing it separately because I’m a bum 😜
Only thing I’m worried about is UCAs and I’ll be doing them aftermarket soon!!
I have the same 2018 double cab... your shits legit and have decided to do the same 2 inch lift lvl with extra leaf spring in rear.... im in construction and do alot of hauling and in and out of the back of the the truck.. so jacking it up 6to8oreven12 was out the question do to being compfortability in loadin and unloading my truck..... but also needed a slight lift wen headin into the hills to shoot, fishing, and hunting hitting uneven ground and pitholes...
Bryan Bernard thanks for the feedback and support!! And I hear ya.. if you’re really using your truck daily the big lifts are inconvenient, but stock is a little small for hills and what not 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Si muy bonita ...
Jose De la rosa gracias!
Im looking at the MotoFab lift kit. 2.5" in the front and 2" in the rear. I do like the stock rake but that extra half inch in the front will help level it but still keep rear slightly higher while giving a great overall lift. Not a fan of trucks that drag ass.
Whelplayed same man, not a fan of the “Cali Lean”
Did you get new rear shocks and if so which ones? I just put in 3" rear blocks. Can't decide what to get. KYB, Monroe, Bilstein Gabriel...
Yup, my latest video on the channel I installed Bilstein 5100s on the rear!