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Recommendations for leveling

Discussion in 'Hawaii' started by 17tacoaloha, Jun 2, 2017.

  1. Jun 2, 2017 at 2:46 PM
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    17tacoaloha

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    I'm new here and would like recommendations on where to take my truck to have it leveled. If possible can you tell me how much you payed for yours so I can have an idea how much I will be spending. Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Jun 2, 2017 at 3:22 PM
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    seoulja99

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    Depends on your budget, expectations, and how you plan to use the truck.

    If you're just going with a stiff, block (body) lift...probably can be done for less than $600 installed...but also depends on which "kit" you get. Can be done much cheaper if you do it yourself or hit up @hacklerjason for an install.

    If you just want something quick, I believe there's a sale going on this weekend at one of the shops (we don't like to name it here, LOL).

    But, the better recommendation is to get a suspension lift and replace the rear leaf packs with something better like AllPro or Old Man Emu...you can order through Three Hills Offroad for AllPro products and probably Boss4x4 for OME...they usually have deals for shipping.

    EDIT: By the way, welcome!
     
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  3. Jun 2, 2017 at 3:53 PM
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    If your going to just level your truck I say go with bilesteins 5100s cheap and simple
     
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  4. Jun 2, 2017 at 4:14 PM
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    Also, if you're going for more than 3" of lift, you'll probably need new Upper Control Arms (UCAs).

    Bilstein 5100s are exactly that, cheap and simple; but better than blocks.

    Ultimately, you pay for what you get. There's a reason why Kings, Icons, ADS, and Total Chaos are at the top of the industry...reliability, customer service, design, and engineering.

    Here's another good Bilstein option, just found on CL:
    https://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/pts/6159466925.html
     
  5. Jun 2, 2017 at 4:53 PM
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    DEDAFLO670

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    An if you frequent this site a lot you will spend a lot of money :rofl::rofl::rofl:
     
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  6. Jun 3, 2017 at 12:34 AM
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    That's Kenneth's lift kit... He accidentally got two somehow... I'm installing one of them soon, the other is the one posted...
     
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  7. Jun 3, 2017 at 12:38 AM
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    This is true! Guys join the forum so we can talk about what we're planning and how damn expensive it is. Then the guys chime is for support... We really just come to get tipped one way or the other lol... Choice a might be a 400 dollar kit, choice b might be a 4000 dollar kit... The determination from one to the other could be a matter of a couple likes, or a few guys saying "do it"... Personally.... I say save your money, buy the good shit up front! Lol I'm on front lift setup number 3, and hopefully I'm done for awhile... Went from preload spacers, to RHA shocks, to full blown king 2.5's with adjustable resi and bajakits uca... All that money I could've saved by just spending the 3k up front lol
     
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  8. Jun 3, 2017 at 12:44 AM
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    If you need help, loads of guys on the Oahu members forum will chime in. Like @seoulja99 said, it really depends on what's important. Of you want strictly height, get a bracket 6 inch with rear blocks. If you want mid travel you'll need good coilovers with UCA. If you want max travel you'll need LT UCA, LT LCA, good coilovers, and SUA in the rear... Also very important is budgeting. Are you planning to build up in stages, or ball out on one shopping cart. If you plan to build up in phases, you'll want certain sooner than later....
     
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    You guys changing to ecgs bushing?
     
  10. Jun 4, 2017 at 9:17 PM
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    Is there anyway my friend can contact this guy? My friend sent emails, but hasnt received any back. He wants to buy it
     
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  11. Jun 4, 2017 at 9:18 PM
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    I'll send him a pm on fb
     
  12. Jun 4, 2017 at 9:53 PM
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    Check your pms
     
  13. Jun 6, 2017 at 3:44 PM
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    Thanks for all your folks help, now you just made me more confused. :notsure:
     
  14. Jun 6, 2017 at 3:47 PM
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    It's really not that complicated bro.... What do you plan to do with the truck? Go to the mall or off road? Honestly, if all you want is the rear leveled with the front, i can do that for 200 plus parts which you can easily find for under a hundred
     
  15. Jun 6, 2017 at 3:49 PM
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    OP is female. :gossip:
     
  16. Jun 6, 2017 at 3:52 PM
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    Apologies @17tacoaloha for mistake...
     
  17. Jun 6, 2017 at 3:58 PM
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    This can get confusing since there are lots of options.

    Can we ask a few questions to see what how you use the truck and what might better suit your needs?

    1. Why you looking to level/lift the truck?

    2. How do you use or do you plan to use the truck?

    3. What do you have planned for the truck so far?

    4. What is your budget?
     
  18. Jun 6, 2017 at 4:11 PM
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    We took it offline... I'll get her squared away... OP wants simple leveling front to the rear
     
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  19. Jun 6, 2017 at 7:26 PM
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    1/4" or 1/2" top spacers? I wonder if Chief Rob would sell his extras from his Maui OR spacer debacle. :rofl:
     
  20. Jun 7, 2017 at 3:26 PM
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    She got a 2 inch kit, so 1 inch thick
     

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