Lift kit difficulty level? (1 Viewer)

[Davidsel47]

Im thinking of attempting to do my own lift to better understand how everything works. I also think it would help me get up and running faster when I break down (especially if i'm in the middle of no where). Be honest, is it something for a somewhat mechanically inclined person armed with YouTube, Google and these forums could handle? Or is this something that should be handled by the professionals to ensure a safe and proper install?

 

[bucfl]

I have not done an entire kit. I mainly id the rear spring and torsion bar crank. That took me roughly two hours. I have it on my build thread if you want to check it out. I would say it was more intimidating then hard for me as i had never taken on something like this. Its not hard at all now that i did it.

You did not mention if you have AHC though. My truck does not. That may add a level of complexity i dont understand.

 

[labcab]

Yes, except the alignment you'll need afterwards. AHC will add some extra steps and parts, but nothing difficult. If you want to start wrenching on your rig, it's a good project to start with.

 

[Igoteyedeas]

Yeah, it's definitely an easy job but the trouble you'll run into is getting those old t-bars out. Use plenty of liquid wrench and some elbow grease and you shouldn't have any issues.

Would also recommend doing it with a buddy since an extra set of hands always help

 

[Davidsel47]

I have not done an entire kit. I mainly id the rear spring and torsion bar crank. That took me roughly two hours. I have it on my build thread if you want to check it out. I would say it was more intimidating then hard for me as i had never taken on something like this. Its not hard at all now that i did it.

You did not mention if you have AHC though. My truck does not. That may add a level of complexity i dont understand.

Awesome, Much Appreciated!!

 

[suprarx7nut]

Hard? No. It does however, require some tools not everyone would have. You need a big wrench for the shocks and some real tall jack stands to get the vehicle off the ground enough to droop the suspension to get the new springs in.

I think you can handle it if you're mechanically inclined and willing to do some research online and buy some tools.

Check this out:

 

[Davidsel47]

Hard? No. It does however, require some tools not everyone would have. You need a big wrench for the shocks and some real tall jack stands to get the vehicle off the ground enough to droop the suspension to get the new springs in.

I think you can handle it if you're mechanically inclined and willing to do some research online and buy some tools.

Check this out:

Seen it a few times!

 

[AimCOtaco]

I say go for it.

Start with safety, don't rush, allow time for unexpected delays.

There is not much of anything you could get wrong that would not be easily corrected. You may come up against some rusted and frozen hardware that can be a great learning experience if you're working safely and not in a big hurry.

I would recommend a new wrench do the lift before I would recommend they do wheel bearings or a timing job. The bearings and timing have a few more subtlety's and potential problems that the lift does not.

 

[LCTom]

If I can do it, you can do it. Take your time, look through all the related threads on here, get your tools in order, have another set of hands, and you will be richly rewarded. I'm not very mechanically inclined and it was very satisfying for me to do. Post some pictures along the way!