2002 Leveling Kit.

[mooseau]

I'm sure this has been discussed a lot, but I'm looking for a leveling kit for my 2002 Z71. I don't want to crank up my torsion bars because I've heard so many things that can go wrong. I know there is another option (not sure exactly what it is). Anybody's input would be appreciated. Thanks.

[norwood]

Basically a leveling kit for torsion bars consists of torsion keys with different indexing or "clocking". This allows for a much higher adjustment than the stock would allow. Such as the Ford keys I installed on my '99 Silverado. All that being said, understand that you are still "cranking" up your torsion bars. Thats what leveling is. I raised my Silvey about an inch and a half or so. So far every thing has been fine.

BTW the leveling kits you may see on ebay are nothing more than these different indexed keys and I've seen them for $70-$80 bucks to almost $200!!! What a rip-off!!

The place to get them is http://www.fordpartsonline.com/

Use part#XL3Z5B328CA about $18 bucks ea. if I remember right

The article that tells all about this: http://www.fullsizechevy.com/fscu/fordkeys.shtml

[mooseau]

Thank you very much for your help.

[abadassbowtie]

Is that the same part number that I will need to use On a 05 silverado

[bumperjack]

[thanks for the info norwood}

[sledneck781]

Just an update, I recently did this mod with the keys listed in this post, WORKS GREAT. I went from 27.5" top of front bumper to 30", and front wheel well top from 35.5" to 37.5". So basically I got a 2" lift in front to level the truck out nice for about $35 in parts. 1.5 hours labor about. Turning has gotten a little different but does not effect daily driving just if you concentrate on it. looks GREAt imo. I will post pictures tomorrow on my cardomain page.

[sportin83]

is this the same leveling kit for a 2wd truck also or does this not work?

[Moose is loose]

Nope, 2wD = coil springs.

[BlenderWizard]

Now, they do make spacers for coil springs, but you can expect a rougher ride if you use them

[sportin83]

where can i get spacers and how much will they cost?

[norwood]

Originally Posted by sportin83

where can i get spacers and how much will they cost?

Here's one place:SuspensionConnection

And another:JackIt

[sportin83]

has any one on here used the coil spacers and if so how hard are they to install and how does it ride after the install. thanks

[sledneck781]

Here is the link to look at the difference it made.

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/717670/1

[norwood]

Nice lookin' truck, man.
Thats how they should look rolling off the assembly line IMO.

[sledneck781]

I totally agree that is how it should look off the assembly line, why should ford and dodge but not GM.