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
@starshine1828
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2012... This makes me really confident and willing to buy the leveling kit now. thank you so much.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
You are welcome.
@louispalacios2379
9 ай бұрын
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
@mrsjefferson777
2 жыл бұрын
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 !!!
@hulkgarage454
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@rwatts1350
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. I have a 2014 . Now I know I can do it myself
@tazzmdevil7461
Ай бұрын
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..
@CMC23345
Жыл бұрын
Thanks to you I got it on-sale and showing how to do the 2wd installation.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Im very glad I can help. Send me pics let me know how it works out for you.
@CMC23345
Жыл бұрын
@@hulkgarage454 sure thing!
@gritsngravy4144
Жыл бұрын
You are the man brotha 💪 shops want 300+ for something like this. Will install this kit this weekend
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Let me know how it goes.
@davidrichardson8838
Жыл бұрын
Great job explained perfect thanks
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Glad I can help. Thank you.
@Daniel_a2z
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video I was able to knock this project out solo
@hulkgarage454
5 ай бұрын
I'm glad I could help you out.
@stepdaddy21_10
10 ай бұрын
I’m definitely doing that , my Silverado already lifted it got a 5’ kit
@cheesy2296
7 ай бұрын
dang that things five feet in the air
@drstokierootoil
2 ай бұрын
I was the 500 like thanks
@WestMichiganJigCo
Жыл бұрын
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.
@just_your_localguard9612
Жыл бұрын
I prefer knocker loose over WD40, we use alot where I work and it really good.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
I will have to check that out. Whats the best place to buy it?
@just_your_localguard9612
Жыл бұрын
@@hulkgarage454 I get mine from work, but I think they buy it from Amazon. It's orange spray with giant CRC logo on it
@R6Bandit88
Жыл бұрын
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.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Well thanks for the feedback. Ive never had a problem with them and it rides just fine.
@R6Bandit88
Жыл бұрын
@@hulkgarage454 great vid though!
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
@@R6Bandit88 thank you
@drkhorse1816
Жыл бұрын
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!
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@cyarbrough18
Жыл бұрын
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?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@kenmoats811
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for not saying this was for 2 wheel drive from the beginning...sheesh.
@05trucker55
Жыл бұрын
Do you have to do an alignment afterwards?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@rockerac1
4 ай бұрын
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?
Austin check out my tire install and test drive video. The link is posted for you. Thanks.
@PGtv-ix8sl
Жыл бұрын
So this video was uploaded 8 months ago how is it holding up? And should I get an alignment after?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
I sold this truck and yes
@luhernandez-ux4yt
Жыл бұрын
Hi Just wondering if this would work on a 2013 Tahoe 2wd and how is ur truck still running with any problems
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
@@wotysgtb4348 yeah slight bit stiffer up front but not enough to bother me.
@nicktesta5911
Жыл бұрын
think the same method will work on a 2.5”?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@conorpeyton3625
Жыл бұрын
did your tires hit the ground when u released the two bolts on the strut?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
No it wont fully drop with just these two bolts.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Make sure you have the tire jacked up high enough to get the tire droop you need to put in the spacer.
@papi.julooooo
7 ай бұрын
What the update man, any issues? I just ordered mine for my 2015 Yukon Denali. Gets here today and ill install it tomorrow.
@hulkgarage454
7 ай бұрын
I sold that truck but its a good kit you wull be happy with it.
@saagiebawlz
Жыл бұрын
Does this effect towing at all?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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.
@alexz6807
Жыл бұрын
Can u just do one side at a time instead of raises both sides at once?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
I guess you could. Go for it.
@jpwilliam5902
5 ай бұрын
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
@jpwilliam5902
5 ай бұрын
I will be checking it... also ripped the cv boo so have to do that now anyways lol
@user-wf2bs3nl1u
4 ай бұрын
Think this could possibly work with a 4wd. I tried everything to do it without removing the balljoints and didn’t work.
@hulkgarage454
4 ай бұрын
Follow the instructions for the 4wd in the kit. The video is for a 2wd.
@codiehyggen-xo5cc
Жыл бұрын
Can you do this with a 4x4 model??
@robjackson9671
Жыл бұрын
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.
@75yanez
Жыл бұрын
Did you need an alignment?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
No I didnt, but I would recommend it.
@javief.8787
Жыл бұрын
How much ft lbs sway bar bolts
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
36 ftlbs with blue thread locker.
@alejandr0.521
Жыл бұрын
What tire size is that ?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your question. Its a LT275 55 r20
@pitbullbite5835
Жыл бұрын
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???
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Install it how you want. If you have a better way please do it.
@Trying858
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
@@Trying858 I dont have axle shafts its 2wd. I said it in the video.
@user-cf2pj6wi1c
Жыл бұрын
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.
@thenaughtycuban
10 ай бұрын
Even easier way that they do at the dealership is use a big pry bar. Only 2 bolts and 20 mins
@tylerwitte714
9 ай бұрын
Dang-ol nut plates
@hulkgarage454
9 ай бұрын
Yep, they use them everywhere on airplanes. Gotta love um when they break off to.
@jfernandito8205
Жыл бұрын
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.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Loosining the sway bar bolts gets you the clearence you need. Then it slides right in.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
I showed it. I used a pry bar and loosend the sway bar nuts . Its cool though.
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
You dont have to take off the wheel. If you have a better way do it.
@user-mc9zb9hw4d
10 ай бұрын
You don’t have to take the wheel off
@BoStErO1905
Жыл бұрын
4w parts here in Los Angeles want to charge me $600 for installation and alignment... jesus
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Wow
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
Did you do it yourself?
@hulkgarage454
Жыл бұрын
I would recomend the alignment. That shouldn't cost you more that $100 unless you have to replace a part or have frame damage.
@dfizz313
Жыл бұрын
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@dannykennedy1962
2 жыл бұрын
Have we gone to the point where you have to have an electric bike? That's LAZINESS !
@hulkgarage454
2 жыл бұрын
Im not sure what you are talking about. ??? Nothing about this channel has anything to do with an electric bike.
@fintansky9369
Жыл бұрын
They are faster and efficient, why remain stupid doing more work than is needed.
@codyharrimon12
5 ай бұрын
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.
@hulkgarage454
5 ай бұрын
Loosen the sway bar
@SavageSpartan-
8 ай бұрын
That's kind of Hillbillyish, coil over is proper.
@hulkgarage454
8 ай бұрын
You watched it so I guess you like hillbillys then.
@markcampos473
7 ай бұрын
Do I sacrifice a lot of ride quality with the RC?
@hulkgarage454
7 ай бұрын
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.
@hulkgarage454
7 ай бұрын
Great question.
@codiehyggen-xo5cc
Жыл бұрын
Can you do this with a 4x4 model??
@OrdinaryWorld
Жыл бұрын
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. kzitem.info/news/bejne/uqCitaOMqZGGeJw
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