Among everyone on KZread in this field, but you are the best because of the amount of diversity in cars in each video. Especially with GM vehicles. Great work

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for that comment

Yes, I totally enjoyed this video. I just bought a used 2019 Silverado LT and I wanted to give it the ‘Trail Boss’ lift, without spending Trail Boss money. I wanted a little lift, but I do tow, so I wanted more than a level kit. So your video was perfect for me! I wanted to see / learn what was involved with the rear! Thank you for making / posting!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate the comments

One of the few good channels without any overpowering music, just narration and work. Keep it up 👍🏻

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I do put some music in every once in a while

I might have seen a few of your videos. I love dropped trucks but this came through because I brought a new truck and thinking about a lift. I didn't want to go crazy so this looks right up my alley. This is going to be a watch later again video. Thanks. Subbing.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and subscribing

Thank you for showing more of the "how to." I really like this video!

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Big improvement! Always enjoy the videos

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

The truck looks good. I like lowered trucks but I get it because it is a 4WD. Great instructional video Travis.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Larry. Me too Lol

Drive a lifted Suburban 7.5in on 22x12 on33s. Next is my dad's 94 suburban dropped. Love the videos 👌👌👌👌👌

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Sounds like some good projects.

Great vid. Great content, super detailed, and without the BS.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Good Monday evening TW.. wow that Z71 is sweeeeeet 👍.... Lift it... WOW.. that's very clean underneath... Nice set up he bought.... Looks great.. The only thing is I'm not a huge fan of wheel spacers.... But if you get a good brand it's a plus... 👍. Your you tube gear looks and sounds great on my surround sound system TV in my living room 👍🇺🇲

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Keith. Its nice to do something different

Thank you for taking on a current gen Silverado, can't wait to see if you ever slam one on the ground or a current gen Yukon / Tahoe with that IRS, for now I'll enjoy my slammed 04 Yukon keep up the good work 👍

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Maybe eventually

I just did this to my 2021 and I installed the studs to mounting bracket for the strut from the bottom and then used the factory nuts on the top. After I did that I held the spacer up in postion and marked. It made things easier.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Nice. Definitely easier I bet

Did help the look of the truck...im just not too into these yet...and I see them at work everyday 😄

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah looks better but I'm not sold yet.

Looks very very good. Good work and good explanation thanks man!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I finally got around to watching this video. I love how thorough you are. This is a nice simple lift that looks good. Do you know if he was able to get a good alignment after this was done? Yes do more lifts/levels.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. He didn't say they had issues with alignment

Perfect, well done presentation. You have absolutely convinced me I need to hire this out. Or buy a lot of stuff.

@TWAMotorsports

3 ай бұрын

Thank you

It looks good, Definitely more aggressive! All it needs now is a wheel and tire. 👍🏽

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with that

Awesome video. That truck is definitely in good hands. With wheel spacers, speaking from experience. Always make sure they are hub centric and MADE IN USA 🇺🇸. Some guys even put a bit of blue thread locker for peace of mind.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was nice to do something different

Nice job !

Great content Kool vid Travis

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Definitely made an improvement!

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I thought so

I've done a few of these. On the front, there isn't any need for the spring compressor. Also the 2ay the spacer is supposed to work is... there are socket headed bolts provided, and they are supposed the thread in from the bottom side, and then point up forming a stud just like the original strut. Then the spacer sits on top of the strut and nuts onto the original studs with the provided washers and nuts. You than spin the entire assembly around 180⁰ degrees and put it back in the truck and use the original factory nuts to mount it to the frame just like factory.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Yes in this cheapo kit that wasn't the case

Looks good!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Great video! One of the best I've seen regarding the new Chevy trucks. I purchased a MotoFab lift kit that I will be installing soon on my 2020 Silverado. I'd like to know what strut compressor was used in the video? I did try the link that was provided, but it doesn't work. Thanks.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Mine is a cheap one. I think I listed in video description

Love it!

@TWAMotorsports

Ай бұрын

Thank you

Nice job. Well done. Looks really good.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I have the same truck. Good video.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Nice to see something get altitude on your channel lol.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I thought it would be a good change of pace.

Great video as always lil bit easier have someone hold the breaks to torque them spacers lol

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Daniel. Thats for sure

To protect your threads when using a pry bar, thread on the nuts and use them as your surface. Also, e brake will hold the back rotors and just have some apply the brakes while doing the front for torquing without wheel.

@TWAMotorsports

9 ай бұрын

Definitely good advice

Thank you for this video!! Why do some people say not to lift from the differential? It drives me crazy. I see a lot of people do it, but something in my head says not too...

@TWAMotorsports

5 ай бұрын

Glad I could help

Great video ! one thing i noticed is that after you put the strut back in that the shock was facing the same way as you took it out.so what 180 turn did you do?

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. It has to turn.

Came across your video. Very good . I am going to install the 3inch front 2 inch rear. Same deal. How did you turn the strut once you compressed the spring?

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Should turn easily when compressed

Very well put together truck and video. Did it seem like the front was sitting higher than the rear if so was that the desired look?

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. It did look a little higher but was even.

Hey I’ve got a lowered Chevy, and a leveled Ford. Variety is good.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with that

I like it. Not too much, just looks a little meaner with that levelling kit.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Not a huge change

Awesome video - really well done and simple. Do you think I would need to replace the upper control arms for a 2" level? Thanks in advance! Joe.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I don't know as I rarely do lifts.

@impala-wf2sd

Жыл бұрын

I did a 2 inch level on my 21 rst & did not need a uca. Still running stock 20 inch wheels... u will need an alignment

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

👍

is a allignment needed after installing that spacer boss...

did u have to get a alignment after that boss

Good job Travis'

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Any issues after the instal with rear shock length being to short? Some kits recommend longer shocks or an extender when adding rear blocks.

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

He hasn't complained of any

@2anick414

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports thanks

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Curious about the tire size. It looks awesome.

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Wish I could remember. Its not mine

I see that you left in the shim that is at the bottom of the leaf pack. was the pinion angle still in spec? i have the 2.5 inch tapered block for my lift and have received mixed answered on leaving the shim in.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

No issues with it in place.

@CRMAG87

Жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports that is good to hear didn't want to fight driveline vibration if it wasn't suppose to be in.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

I sure didn't notice any

Bout to lift mine! Thank you!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it helps

What's the difference between the Strut spacer Leveling Kit and the one that u mount under the shocks is any one better than the other one

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

No idea. These parts were brought to me

because i did the same thing with no alignment and my out side of my tires are showing alot of wear

Man...someone is gonna have to replace those struts eventually and will not like you. The good news is I believe that Loctite does have some anti-seize properties in that it will prevent dis-similar metals from electrolysis like aluminum gets with most any bolt. Blue is a better option than red IMO, like you did. I think that anti-seize is a better option and I would have mentioned that to the fella your doing work for. A pervious owner of a dirt bike used oxide bolts like that for pinch bolts on an aluminum triple tree (holds the forks on the motorcycles). Rust all in them from washing and mud. Very visible on the bike. I know its a dirt bike, but there is a reason the OEM bolts have a dipped coating on them to keep them look good and the rust out. The first time I pulled them out it started to mess up the aluminum the threads in the clamps. That is like a 500 dollar or better pain of a part to change. I ended up using dipped OEM bolts from KTM to replace with anti-seize compound. No issues coming loose and IMO one of the most important parts on the bike to torque correctly.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I agree 100% I warned him but thats what he wanted. No way I was using red on them.

so stock height trucks that arent at4 or trail boss come w no rear spring plates? springs just rest on axle?

@TWAMotorsports

Ай бұрын

No idea. This was really base crank window truck.

Definitely do more lifts

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Probably need to

How did the sway bar link come out mine keeps spinning when I try and take it off

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Has a insert on the end to insert metric hex to keep from spinning

Anyone know if a lovely jit will solve me clearance issues after spacers

I am thinking about doing basically same thing to 2016 escalade esv.and 285 70 r17

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Its not a bad job

Oooohhhh , you did a leveling kit without doing UCA’s…. Oh no!!! 😂😂 I’m just busting your chops, good stuff, I’m getting ready to do a leveling kit on my 19 elevation with 2” spacers also ! Awesome how to !

@TWAMotorsports

Ай бұрын

Imstall parts I was given. Just showing the process. Lol

@onefastlife5017

Ай бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports you know how gm guys are, absolutely prohibited to do a leveling kit without UCAs lol 😂

@TWAMotorsports

Ай бұрын

I get it

@viktorfrankenstein1240

11 күн бұрын

​@onefastlife5017 that's was I wondering chevys guys say can't put leveling on rancho strut bc already have 2 lif included.

@viktorfrankenstein1240

11 күн бұрын

What do u guys think ??

Those Allen bolts should of threaded up through the bottom of the spacer. The new nuts thread the spacers to the struts. Then the oe nuts thread over the Allen bolts like stock. Just for future reference.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Not with this cheap ebay leveling kit

You are very knowledgeable!!!! So question, is it true those spacers are not recommended for the new trucks??? I have a 2021 Sierra and a local installer commented that the rough country spacer are better. They have a plate up top and something else in the bottom. He says those you are using may be bad for ball joint?

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

As long as they are quality ones I see no issues with one wearing ball joints more than another.

@edruiz1202

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports thanks for the response. Would it be safe to say even a 2.5 would also work without having ball joint issues???

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I would think so if hub centric

@edruiz1202

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports one more question. I have the 2021 SLT Sierra 2 WD. Would you recommend just a 2 1/2 level or do both the front and back??

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Generally they are an inch higher in back so depends on what you are looking for.

I have a 2022 silverado. I want the same thing done . Wish u lived in Arizona

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's a ways off

Aren't you supposed to put them stud bolts in from the back side before bolting it on?

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

You don't have to

Did you need to take out the battery box on the passenger's side to remove the strut?

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

No I didn't

I wonder if you could fit some bigger tires on those stock rims that would look nice

@TWAMotorsports

5 ай бұрын

Probably

What size of kit you use. You’re link has several size. And I want the exact size for my 2021 Chevy. Its exactly like that truck. Same color also. Thanks in advance.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Customer brought it. 2.5/1.0 i believe

I can't believe how much them trucks cost... looks good.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

It is crazy!

hey do you know what tire size A/T tires that he has on the truck.

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I don't. Was a friends dad's truck

I've got the strut off and the spacer on. I also have spring compressors on each side of the spring but can't get the strut to rotate. What's the trick, do you have a video of you rotating the strut 180 degrees?

@moodondie

3 ай бұрын

Got it. Ended up using a vice, strap wrench, and spring compressors. Worked great!

@TWAMotorsports

3 ай бұрын

Glad you got it figured out

Truck looks great. What kind of Silverado is this? I have a 2020 RST and want to level it out. Was thinking of a 2” level but don’t want the front to look higher than the rear. Would that have been a problem if you didn’t but the rear block in?

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I think you would need a 1.5 up front to be level. This is a very base 2021

@kcsparrow616

2 жыл бұрын

Is that why you did a 1” block in the back ? Thanks

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@kcsparrow616

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

You didnt have to compress the spring...you could of used a bar and turned that bushing to get the 180 angle. Other than that, you did 👍

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I could not get it to move like ones in the past.

Do you have to do any alignment

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Not required but wouldn't hurt

people are talking me i need biger arm controls to fix that outside wear on my tires... is that true boss

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Maybe. I have only done this one for a friends dad

Any update on how this worked out for your buddies dad? I was wondering how the upper control arm held up with the extra force on it.

@TWAMotorsports

5 ай бұрын

I haven't heard any complaints

@Wallacebjn

5 ай бұрын

Good to know thanks for the reply.

@TWAMotorsports

5 ай бұрын

@Wallacebjn you're welcome

I want to see you drop a new Chevy!!

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I need to

You should do more lifts ....

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I may in the future

When you torque the wheel spacers why not just put the e-brake on, instead of risking damaging the wheels studs with a pry bar. That always works for me

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

It does in the rear. I am careful not to let it ruin the threads

Im leveled and was thinking about 1 1/2" spacers.......was there any rubbing issues on this ride??

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

No rubbing at all

@jimmyboy163

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports thanks for the info!!

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@jimmyboy163

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports after leveling, I did get some larger tires than the stock, 265/70 17(?) I believe, so hopefully 1 1/2" spacers will still be OK. If not, I can do a return thru Amazon. Thanks

Why not use the emergency brake for torque procedure on the rear spacer/wheels? Try black RTV instead of blue lock tight on the threads.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

That works on the rear. He wanted locktite

@ecc5119

3 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports put some on threads. It will not allow it move and be easily removed later. I used to put it on my turbo studs/header. Cleans off with brass brush.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I would have done that be he was adamant about loctite lol

@Ad48069

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports for the front all you have to do is have someone press down on the brake pedal while you torque them.

Are you able to do this lift on a trail boss

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Not sure

What size spacer where they ?

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Link in description

did u have to get a allinment after boss

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Yes

What kind of dewalt is that

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

20 volt. Link in video description I think

What kinda of tires were those

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Stock I think. Not my truck

Are you sure you put those top hat bolts in correctly?..

@TWAMotorsports

7 ай бұрын

Per the cheap ebay instructions

I bought a 22mm for the lug nut and while it goes on well it doesn’t get all the way in tho..it grabs only about half inch or less , is that normal ?

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Doesn't sound normal

@Italianborn

Жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports what do you use then 22 ? I’ll try with something different

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Need longer one

@Italianborn

Жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports it’s a deep socket 😂🤷‍♂️

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Not sure then

What is the tire size on the truck?

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Not sure. Isn't my truck

Was that a trail boss Silverado custom? It should already be level

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

No. Just a base level I believe

Those wheel spacers look like they are definitely not the right hub size since you can move it up and down while it's all the way on. Sketchy. Also the Allen key bolts are supposed to thread up from the underside of the spacer so the bottom of the bolt goes up and threw the strut tower and you use factory nuts to mount them up. Everyone does it this way tho making it a lot more hassle.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

Instructions were sketchy. Cheap parts are what was at play here. Lol

@MrDutch1e

Жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports ya that's fair. The rancho struts confuse me a little to. I thought those only came on the trail boss. Meaning upper control arms probably won't last long with a 4.5" over default silverado height lol.

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

This was install parts for a friend's dad they ordered situation. I offered my thoughts but did what they wanted. Lol

Maybe my decision based on this video kit on the way although I’m going a different direction oem replicas 26x10 on 35’s for my 23 1500 Silverado.

@TWAMotorsports

5 күн бұрын

👍

🤘🏽

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Tried the link for the kit, and it shows fitment as 2007-2018 Silverado & Sierra 1500 2.5

@TWAMotorsports

Жыл бұрын

It should be the same

Just jack up leaf springs, don’t have to remove shock, and lower axel. Don’t make a simple , simple job hard !!!

You should get one and lower it

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

I very badly want to do a 3" RC kit on my '23 1500 LT, but I am pretty sure that this would void my extended warranty....:\

@TWAMotorsports

11 ай бұрын

Only on suspension parts

@chuppoacobra

11 ай бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports Oh really? I didn't know this. I always thought that it was a blanket-type void when things like lifts/level kits are installed. I've never owned a new rig with a factory warranty like this before. I am mostly only concerned with my engine warranty, and not so much suspension related stuff. With the 2.7L 4 cylinder in my truck, I don't want that coverage to dissappear becuase I changed the suspension geometry. Thanks for the info.

@TWAMotorsports

11 ай бұрын

No they legally can't. Only things that could be affected by the lift

@rick-gn5kc

8 ай бұрын

Wouldn’t void your warranty at all just when you do take it to the dealership for a suspension problem they have to prove that the lift caused the problem which in most cases they can’t prove

@TWAMotorsports

8 ай бұрын

Correct, and they 100% will try to find a way not to cover it. Once had a friends warranty declined on window motor because of tint. Lol

Why would you go through all that work only to achieve those results? Hahahahahaha

@TWAMotorsports

2 ай бұрын

Isn't my truck

@shawnl7945

Ай бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports That’s good news! Lol 😂

That was stupid I'm my opinion...the lock tight on the Allen's bolt is just out of control. Someone is either going to strip it upon removal or break a bit...smh. redictulas. If anything, I would've used the locktight on the wheel spacers 😉

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I agree but did what he wanted. I also said I wouldn't take it back apart for him. Lol

locktite smh the owner is nuts

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

I know

Why would you lower a truck? lol

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Looks better, easier to get in and out of, better gas mileage

@joshtaylor1416

2 жыл бұрын

@@TWAMotorsports get a car then. 😂

@TWAMotorsports

2 жыл бұрын

Everyone likes something different. If we all had the same tatse it would be a boring world.

Chevrolet is way behind everyone when it comes to sporty looking trucks. Ford leads the as hard as it is for me to say that being a die hard Chevy guy.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

I feel that way about the interiors too

I AM NOT A FAN OF HIGH TRUCK BODIES OVER THE TIRES. I PEFER THE LOW LOOK.

@TWAMotorsports

3 жыл бұрын

Me too.

What tires are those

@TWAMotorsports

8 ай бұрын

No idea. Not mine