That makes no sense. The fender moved up - he didn’t do a body lift from the frame. Where do you think the height came from? Of course it gives more ground clearance - only at the front end though.
ok, so for everyone wondering what the process for install is for this kit here is what needs to be done. i just completed this install for the exact kit on my 2016 chevy suburban. for the front 2.5inch install what was left out of this video was.... DISASSEMBLY: you need to release the upper control arm (ball joint) completely from the knuckle, remove wheel sensor cable brackets, loosen the sway bar link all the way until there are barely no threads left (do not have to remove fully) which gives you just enough clearance to shift everything down to get the lower strut spacer in place. once you have the strut spacers (top and bottom) installed you need to loosen the two upper control arm cam bolts (just enough that it can move more freely) in order to have the play to re seat the upper ball joint in the knuckle. tighten the ball joint, tighten the sway bar link back up and repeat the process on the passenger side. after the vehicle is on the ground under its weight you then need to re-tighten the upper control arm cam bolts. do not re-tighten them while the vehicle is lifted as it will cause a lot of stress on the control arm bushings if you tighten them while in the air then put load on the suspension. and as always take the car to an alignment shop when you're done. the front install took about 1 hour on a lift with mechanical experience. hope this helps anyone out. and yes its the exact process for tahoe/suburbans 2015-2019. the video they posted is about the rear lift is pretty much spot on and took about an hour as well.
Why didnt you show how exactly you installed everything back together using the 4 spacers and the one that goes underneath the shock??? I ordered mine tried it and was not able to put it back. In the instruction sheet it said I need to remove other things not shown in this video. I've been looking for a video that will show the complete installation but you dont have one. If you do let me know...
Hi Alex, Please call our 1-888-629-9226 and we would be more than happy to walk you through it step by step. Here is another video.th-cam.com/video/cG0aqja9BHY/w-d-xo.html You do need to separate the upper ball joint and as the instructions show pry down on the sway bar to make enough room for the lower strut spacer. If you are struggling to install all 4 spacers please call. John
They don't show it because there's no way you can wedge the strut back in there with the shims and the lower spacer without taking the entire front end apart. Doing it this way makes it look easier and sells more kits.
if you read my comment at the top i explain how you get everything in then back together, i had the same issue and fought forever on the driverside first. you have to remove the upper control arm from the knuckle them loosen the cam bolts on the upper control arm to have the room to fit all of it
Would a leveling kit cause a difference of feel when braking? Husband got leveling done on our suburban Ltz, but I feel I have to push harder on the brake when stopping. Also one of the bucket seats is shaking, does leveling change a lot to the vehicle?
Larger tires and or larger wheels reduce braking distance. Also if not properly balanced the tires and wheels may create a vibration. Also if it is a Suburban LTZ, it is equipped with magnetic ride shocks. Our kit relocated the magnetic ride sensor to keep the factory ride. If you didn't use the proper kit for your magnetic ride vehicle the ride quality will not be the same as stock. It's common for people to change tires, wheels and add a leveling kit all at once. But changing so many items at once creates too many variables.
@@suspensionmaxxman hey that’s actually the question I had I have 2018 Tahoe premier with the magnetic ride and I want this set up but how did you adjust it to where it won’t effect the ride
Hi guys. I did a 2.5 Front and 1 at rear today. I've been feeling dizzy driving as front end felt higher. Should I drop the front to 2 as (2F1R) or raise the rear to 1.5 as (2.5F1.5R)?
Great video made it way simpler then the other videos I seen. Thanks!
Great video! I have a 2018 Tahoe and pushing the control arm down is a lot more difficult than illustrated.
Loosen the sway bar
I came here for this.... good job jack@@jackpage2839
It should be noted that you don't actually gain ground clearance until and unless you add larger tires.
That makes no sense. The fender moved up - he didn’t do a body lift from the frame. Where do you think the height came from? Of course it gives more ground clearance - only at the front end though.
ok, so for everyone wondering what the process for install is for this kit here is what needs to be done. i just completed this install for the exact kit on my 2016 chevy suburban.
for the front 2.5inch install what was left out of this video was.... DISASSEMBLY: you need to release the upper control arm (ball joint) completely from the knuckle, remove wheel sensor cable brackets, loosen the sway bar link all the way until there are barely no threads left (do not have to remove fully) which gives you just enough clearance to shift everything down to get the lower strut spacer in place. once you have the strut spacers (top and bottom) installed you need to loosen the two upper control arm cam bolts (just enough that it can move more freely) in order to have the play to re seat the upper ball joint in the knuckle. tighten the ball joint, tighten the sway bar link back up and repeat the process on the passenger side. after the vehicle is on the ground under its weight you then need to re-tighten the upper control arm cam bolts. do not re-tighten them while the vehicle is lifted as it will cause a lot of stress on the control arm bushings if you tighten them while in the air then put load on the suspension. and as always take the car to an alignment shop when you're done. the front install took about 1 hour on a lift with mechanical experience. hope this helps anyone out. and yes its the exact process for tahoe/suburbans 2015-2019. the video they posted is about the rear lift is pretty much spot on and took about an hour as well.
Why didnt you show how exactly you installed everything back together using the 4 spacers and the one that goes underneath the shock??? I ordered mine tried it and was not able to put it back. In the instruction sheet it said I need to remove other things not shown in this video. I've been looking for a video that will show the complete installation but you dont have one. If you do let me know...
Hi Alex, Please call our 1-888-629-9226 and we would be more than happy to walk you through it step by step. Here is another video.th-cam.com/video/cG0aqja9BHY/w-d-xo.html
You do need to separate the upper ball joint and as the instructions show pry down on the sway bar to make enough room for the lower strut spacer. If you are struggling to install all 4 spacers please call. John
They don't show it because there's no way you can wedge the strut back in there with the shims and the lower spacer without taking the entire front end apart. Doing it this way makes it look easier and sells more kits.
if you read my comment at the top i explain how you get everything in then back together, i had the same issue and fought forever on the driverside first. you have to remove the upper control arm from the knuckle them loosen the cam bolts on the upper control arm to have the room to fit all of it
@@suspensionmaxxman 9:13
Does anyone know how many inches would level the front without raising the back?? It is factory level at the moment..1.5 or 2”?🤔🤔
Ive seen them take the brake caliper off and break the ball joint a loose for clearence. I like your way better
How do you do the back?
Did u have to use aftermarket sway bar links after ?
Thanks for saving me $600 😂🙏🏽
How many inches will level the front with the rear?
Why are the alignment specs the same on the instructions for the SMX-GM715M and the SMX-GM725M?
You rock man!
Does this work on magride equipped vehicles?
Hi there, by the all respect,
U did so profi job and so profi explained. 👍👍👍
Big, big. Support from
Brooklyn NY city
Would a leveling kit cause a difference of feel when braking? Husband got leveling done on our suburban Ltz, but I feel I have to push harder on the brake when stopping. Also one of the bucket seats is shaking, does leveling change a lot to the vehicle?
Larger tires and or larger wheels reduce braking distance. Also if not properly balanced the tires and wheels may create a vibration. Also if it is a Suburban LTZ, it is equipped with magnetic ride shocks. Our kit relocated the magnetic ride sensor to keep the factory ride. If you didn't use the proper kit for your magnetic ride vehicle the ride quality will not be the same as stock. It's common for people to change tires, wheels and add a leveling kit all at once. But changing so many items at once creates too many variables.
@@suspensionmaxxman hey that’s actually the question I had I have 2018 Tahoe premier with the magnetic ride and I want this set up but how did you adjust it to where it won’t effect the ride
Good video and damn good job!!!
How much does it weigh in full packaging to calculate shipping outside America ,,, 2inch for tahoe LTZ
The front leveling kit SMX-GM725M is 3 Lbs and the rear spacer kit SMX-15150M is 3 Lbs.
The front spoiler negates most of the new clearance.
Really can’t see the different they were better 4 inches on the Front and 2 inch and a half on the back
Anything for 2020?
Do you have a 2" leveling kit for a 2018 Tahoe premier with electric ride suspension?
Yes we do
www.suspensionmaxx.com/store/product/SMX-GM725M
Once leveling kit installed will it clear a 285/55r20 and not rub?
Did you find out? I want the same size tires
I'm running that same tire size on mine and it's not leveled at the moment
How much
Hi guys. I did a 2.5 Front and 1 at rear today. I've been feeling dizzy driving as front end felt higher. Should I drop the front to 2 as (2F1R) or raise the rear to 1.5 as (2.5F1.5R)?
What's the name of the kit.
Maxx Stak 2.5" leveling kit for standard suspension
suspensionmaxx.com/store/product/SMX-GM725
where are you located?
Bay City, MI
These instructions suck. This doesn't work. I can't see the angle he is talking about to push the control arm down.
Common sense ain’t to common anymore…. Instead of asking a question this dude has to show how stupid humanity has become….