Truck Lift Kits for a High Profile Intimidating Stance and Ground Clearing Performance
Suspension lift kits can be found all over the internet to lift your truck from a mild 1 inch to a sky scraping 8.5 inches. Quality truck lift kits, and suspension lift kits are manufactured by Pro Comp, SkyJacker, Trail Master and ReadyLift. These manufacturers make custom components to lift the truck bodies of most Chevrolet, GMC, Dodge, Ford, Jeep and Toyota pickups and SUV’s without cutting, grinding or welding.
Most truck lift kits can usually be installed in a day or two by the average Joe with a bit of mechanical ability and the proper set of tools. You can also opt to just order them on the internet and have your local mechanic do the install for you. The cost to install a lift kit will usually run about 35% – 40% of the purchase price of the kit.
Do your research and shop wisely because suspension lift kits and lift kit blocks vary greatly in components and performance. Depending on the manufacture prices range from a mere $200.00 to well over $8,000.00.
Here are the top truck lift kits manufactures that lift your vehicle and still provide excellent ride quality.
Pro Comp has been the leader in lifted suspension systems since 1992. They offer lift kits ranging from 2″ (inches) to a whopping 8.5″ (inches).
They manufacture quality protective coated components with substantial “lift” range to customize the lift and look of your truck or SUV. Every truck lift kit has all the parts required and come with very good installation instructions for the DIY.
They also provide accessories including Lateral Trac Bars, Multiple Shock Kits, Stainless Skid Plates, and Pro Runner Light Bars. Price ranges form $550 – $2000 and can purchased online from Autoanything, StylinTrucks and Jeep Parts.
Skyjacker Truck Lift and Suspension Kits
Skyjacker’s dedication and passion for off-roading is reflected in their products.
Skyjacker® has been building quality truck lift suspension products since the early 70′s. There truck lift kit products are some of the best on the market and come with all the necessary components and accessories to do the complete install.
Skyjacker® offers a huge range of truck lift heights from the basic to the performance suspension package for Chevrolet\GMC, Dodge, Ford, Jeep and Toyota vehicles. They also offer there own performance brand of off road shock absorbers.
Trailmaster is a 30 year old manufacturer of tough suspension components to lift and improve the performance of trucks, Jeep’s, and SUV’s. Trailmaster provides 2WD and 4WD suspension systems, leveling kits, shock absorbers and steering stabilizers for on and off the road drivers. Trail Master also has a complete line of leveling kits available for most new makes and models of two and four wheel drive vehicles on the market today.
With all the available suspension lift kits and truck lift kit systems on the market you should be able to find the right lift within your budget for your style. I recommend you do thorough research on the internet and even contact the manufacturer directly before purchasing a suspension lift kit for your vehicle. Also talk to other lifted truck owners, off-road enthusiasts or even technicians at your local 4WD shop. Here is a good resource for you to review: “Choosing Your Lift”
Also leveling kits are becoming a cheap alternative to suspension kits and allows you to eliminate the manufacturer’s nose down stance of the truck and allowing for the use of larger tires and wheels. You can lift a Ford F150 3 inches with an inexpensive leveling kit from ReadyLift with the option to add 35 inch tires.
I actually purchased the Pro Comp Lift Kit – 6″ Front & 5″ in the Rear for our SUV. It was a bit tricky for me as a first time installer thank goodness I had my dad helping. The wife loves it and her ’99 Suburban looks AWESOME!!
Hey thanks for the ideas on the lift kits. I had not thought of some of those things especially the fan shroud and all that other stuff. I will continue to do more research.
Hey good content on truck lift kits. I was just doing some research to decide if I should do a suspension lift kit, body lift kit or just a leveling kit on my F150 Ford Truck. Looks like the most inexpensive option is to just do a leveling kit from ReadyLift. Thanks for the tip on the warranty too! I had not really considered that.
A good quality lift kit will run around $800-1500 i would not go to eBay course i u find a used 1 it might be missing some parts instructions. there is a cheap way of gutting a lift for your truck butt it is not the best of way. its a block of solid steel that fits under the leaf springs and over the axle that the cheap way.
I want to lift my Jeep about 2 inches. What would be the best type of kit for a jeep wrangler?
I believe that there are some of the better brands available in the big lifted Trucks like Big Chevy Trucks Lifted
If you you want to own a lifted truck, there are often 2 options you can take. One, is buy a new truck then lift it. Or two, buy an already lifted used truck (second hand). Each option has their pros and cons so it would be best to weigh those options depending on your needs.
Can i just add on some inch spacer lifters with my lift kit to my 97 tj lift more as it is already lifted by 2 inches.
I want to lift my truck to accommodate 35 inch tires, but lift kits are too expensive. So can I use a air suspension instead?
I want to buy a lift kit for my truck and have heard that suspension lifts are better then body lifts… anyone know why? also can I get both a suspension and body lift or can you only get one? also I live in maine if laws apply to this, but will a mechanic install them for me? thanks .
how can i lift my 1980 ford 250 up 8 inches with blocks
I want to buy a lift kit for my truck and have heard that suspension lifts are better then body lifts… anyone know why? also can I get both a suspension and body lift or can you only get one? also I live in maine if laws apply to this, but will a mechanic install them for me? thanks.
I don’t thing blocks would be safe with that much lift. You need a suspension lift.
Such a gr8 resource of trucks lift kits. I need to purchase a lift kit thanks for this good information.
I think suspension lift should be better. I’ve consider to buy a new truck.
I’m wondering if you guys manufacture any lift kits for ATV’s especially Kawasaki Brute force 750
I like the Pro Comp products. All the parts are included with instructions.
I have always been curious as to why people lift their trucks. Can somebody please explain this to me. I did not see an explanation in the text above.
Hey tony what i feel is probably it is for lifted things till some height,or getting something down from a height.Some trucks also help in fire fighting,because they can be lifted to a height.I hope this solves your query to some extent.
Even i think suspension should be better,i would like to know what others believe.
I can vouch for the Pro Comp Lift Kits. The quality is excellent and it’s easy to see why they are so popular. Good advice on using levelling kits as an alternative.
I think leveling kits are the way to go ; its inexpensive and you get the lift you need.
Lifting is the prime character and highlighted utility of the trucks. The towing abilities and the hauling capacities are the base of trucking business and they rely heavily on the Truck Lift Kits. The information your have provided is quite sufficient enough to focus more and respect more to this tiny but vital part of truck. Article is molded in nice form
I have a Skyjacker lift kit on my Chevy Silverado that turned out perfect. I topped it all off with an awesome set of Bak Running Boards. I would love to post some pictures
Great articles. How about doing one for us Jeep Enthusiasts. I got a 07 Wrangler I would like to lift 2 inches. Thanks
i using Lift Kit – 6″ Front & 5″ in the Rear for my pickup trucks, for which i can suggest you any time, its really good to have in my truck.
So, say I have a truck that I want to lift a few inches. Does the GVW play a big role in the price/ materials of the lift?
All the lift kits are engineered for each specific make and model of SUV or Truck and for the Gross Vehicle Weight.
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I got my Tata Safari lifted up with similar kit, which I bought online.
It was a good deal.
Really such a great information of trucks lift kits.I think,some other company’s available in lifted trucks like Ford,Chevy etc.Thanks for sharing this nice information.
Truck lifting is great and helped me a lot, as I’m a hunter and often go off-road. Besides I live Outside Us and here we don’t have good roads. So it’s not only for better-view option as many people do, but a good tuning for off-road for me.
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We always choose to buy a new suspension lift over a new truck, I can save more and it is proven . Every weekend the whole family enjoys the ride and the adventure. I should thanked http://skyjackerlifts-direct.com
I recommend trail master products, myself im a proud user of them also.
These are all great lift kit companies, these larger kits are sometimes difficult for the average person to install. I see other comments for people looking for 2 inch lifts kits or budget boosts. Have you ever thought of running some articles on budget boosts or smaller lift kits? Keep up the good work.
I really trust suspensionliftkit.net when it comes to suspension lift kit products
Been using Trail Master on my 02 Jeep for several years now. Looks great and never had any issues with it.