subject: The Two Kinds of SUV Lifting Kits [print this page] The Two Kinds of SUV Lifting Kits The Two Kinds of SUV Lifting Kits
A lift kit is an aftermarket truck modification that lifts either the body or the suspension to give the truck or SUV a higher profile. New tires can be installed once the truck lift kit has been installed since the wheel wells are raised higher. body lifts and suspension lift kits are the two types of lift kits. The body lift kit is a 1, 2, or 3 inch truck lift kit that only lifts up the body from the truck's frame. Spacers or blocks are used in this less expensive kit. A body lift does not increase the ground clearance; however, it might allow for a little bit bigger tires because it will raise the height of the wheel wells. additional money might possibly have to be used, based on the brand of 4x4 and the height of the body truck lift kit, in raising bumper height, taking the gearshift and extending it through the floorboard of the truck or SUV and modifying other things thanks to the body lift. Suspension is not affected or travel increased with a body truck lift, even if the 4x4 is raised. In general, it is thanks to this not known as the chosen lift by offroaders. The front and rear leaf springs and shocks are switched in a suspension lift kit, which increases the height of the 4x4's suspension. It not only allows for very much bigger tires, for better clearance between the axles and the ground, but it creates better travel. many people decide to add steering stabilizers though because the geometry of steering components is affected. A suspension lift kit is dearer than a body lift, but has better results when it comes to clearance, lift height and handling. Suspension lift kits are almost always 4-inch or 6-inch lift kits. There can be lift kits which are 18 inches, but extreme lifts can have very dangerous handling and are not commonly installed except on hobbyists' or showcase cars. Several different companies sell lift kits. Prices vary, depending on the 4x4 model and type of lift kit. For example, a couple hundred American dollars can get you a super nice four inch suspension lift kit. Aff the cost of a set of 4 tall tires and any other mods that could be needed, and the whole modification can easily price a great deal more. Another option is to find lifted trucks for sale.
