How to Lower 4WD or 2WD Tahoe Yukon Escalade Project Lo-hoe
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- This is how I lowered my wife's Tahoe. I posted a video on free travel mod but somehow it was deleted. I will repost soon. The free travel mod needs to be done if dropping more than 3". This is not a recommend amount of drop on a 4WD. I have never had any issues. I have done this multiple times. This is my method of lowering. Do this at your own risk.
Here are the Components used and links to purchase
Front spindles - Belltech 2511 (only use if going 3" or more) amzn.to/3fYwLsh
Rear Springs - Belltech 4230 (For a trailblazer but will work on Tahoe) amzn.to/3h4cP8W
Front Strut - Belltech 25003 goo.gl/wNktSB
Rear Shock - Belltech 2410FF amzn.to/3g6DzUO
35323 Belltech Rear spacer for 1" of lift amzn.to/3g3RxXq
If buying front and back together part number is 9505 amzn.to/3g1ds1B
Hardware kit for rear ebay.to/38SVVG2
Ebay sells the bypass units for autoride if equipped. ebay.to/2UmunFL
Bypass for Shocks amzn.to/2PqanAh
Rear Bump Stops amzn.to/31xVss2
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I've watched this video like 587 times. Going to slam my Yukon Denali tmrw. You deserve great praise for enlightening fellow gearheads with honest step by step information. This is an honest channel with honest content. Bravo.
Thank you. It's great to hear positive feedback.
I’m watching this video again. @TWA Motorsports I absolutely love the detail you go into your videos. It gives me the confidence enough that I can do this too. The trucks of this same year range I’m not confident on doing though
@@joshbrake84 thank you Josh. I appreciate that. Good luck on yours👍
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TWA Motorsports hey I have a 2006 Denali Yukon how do I baypass the air ride I want to removed it ??
Can't thank you enough. Ordered all the parts you have listed and dropped my 12 LTZ this past weekend. It was sharp before with 24" snowflakes, but this made it badass! Awesome channel, thank you for your patience in recording.
Thank you. Glad I could help
Why would you dislike this video. He told you everything you need to know.
L BC I think people think I'm crazy for lowering a 4wd!
they drive hondas
AztekWarrior trueeeee 😂😂
Some people are too stupid to realize most 4wd will never leave the pavement. The vast majority myself included just want them for inclement weather. I buy solid axle beaters to four wheel with.
Yep
Man I love your channel. You are like me.... low and mean is good. Always making the rides better. Keep up the good content, cant wait to see the green truck finished. I have a swb silverado lowered
Thank you. Yes I like the low look. Can't beat a slammed anything lol
Man your are the best been trying to find a video on a good drop for a Tahoe and your video is the best I subscribed and thanks for all the part numbers for everything you bought thanks
Tahoe PPV Mods thank you. Glad I could help!
Tahoe PPV Mods I think they came with the springs. If not you can buy a shorter bump stop at your local parts store.
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This is guy is a godsend. He helped me lower my Escalade. This dude knows what’s he doing
Thank you
Man, where were you 3yrs ago when i did mine. That top nut for the tie rod was the devil with the axle in the way. Never thought of removing it. Good video. 5 stars.
+fukemi thank you
+fukemi I have done several of these over the last 5 years but wasn't making videos at that time.
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Looks so good man !! I wanna do this on my 04 Escalade
You should
Great video and great detail and fantastic info and step-by-steps. Well done! -Chris
Thank you
Lowered the Escalade yesterday and part of today. Every part in your description was on point. I had to drill the front strut bracket hole a bit bigger and cut off the bottom of the lower ball joint. Other than that it fit on perfectly with a little elbow grease. Must have watched this video about 80 times to remember all the steps. Thanks again man! Video really helped!
Thank you. Yeah it always seems like you have to do a few extra things each time.
Got it thank you hope to see an update video on the Tahoe soon she looks good after the drop
Very detailed video, I learned a lot, thank you.
Albert Meza Jr thank you
No need to explain why or what you choose to do to your vehicles...disregard the doubters. Awesome work .... sub'd.
F. Yilmaz thanks
F. Yilmaz thanks for reminding the fans.
Finally started mine tonight literally watching the video as I go 😂
Nice
Love the Tahoe, looking for me one now because of you...LOL
Thank you
19:34 are belltech castings always ruff like that ? I've never used their stuff just wondering
It's not that rough. Way nicer than the factory parts.
Twa Motorsport boss I must tell you man your awesome🙌🙌🙌 I have a gmc Denali I’m dying to drop. I have the Escalade 22s I would like to know what size are the factories wheels on your Tahoe . I also need to know how low did you go. I want my thrice that low just like yours. Thanks man
Thank you Samuel. Stock tire size was 275/55-20 and the did rub a little. If you do 22s and this drop a 285/40-22 would be perfect
I know this video is older but I just did this exact drop on my Tahoe with the exact parts on this list and Holly s$&@ I love it and I’m shocked how sweet it looks and surprisingly drives smooth. The video was so much help awesome Tks
Awesome. Glad you like it. Looks so good.
Damm dude..the lil' misses Tahoe looks sweet asfuck..and I gotta give you mass props for doing everything yourself right in your driveway..I couldnt have done that..nice work dude..I'm guessing your old lady gave it a thumbs way up..huh?..))
She did like it. We have since sold though
Great video been looking to lower mine I currently have 2/4 drop with air ride system plan on doing the same as you did in this video. Any ideas on what I need for a 4/6 drop? I’m trying to get rid of all the wheel gap I can. Thanks and look forward to hearing back from you.
Mr Bosstatus Bonanno thank you. Depends on what you have now. I listed the stuff I used in description. If you already have the struts or spindles you just need a few other things.
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Is there a lot of gap in the 2//4 drop still or no?
Looks SUPER good. How is the ride? Quick question - what size are the stock wheels and tires on that thing? I have a set of 22's with 285/35-22's from a 2001 tahoe that finally needs to be put to death, and this is what I'm looking to do. Just want to make sure the shoes aren't too big/small for the foot. THanks!
It rides pretty good. Stock tire size was 275/55-20. Rubbed a little lock to lock.
@@TWAMotorsports thanks.. so the 285/35-22 tires are 2" smaller so the entire body and suspension would be 1" lower roughly. Do you think that'd be too low? Like curbs, speed bumps and parking stops a problem? I have a 1996 silverado with a 4/6 (5/7ish) and they are problematic lol. Rather not have the wife's family tahoe be an issue (she's 5'0" as well... lower is better in trucks AND women)!
@@wixman666 it would be pretty low but the frames are higher in the 07 up so... short women do love the lowered stuff lol
Ready to do this on my tahoe. Great step by step video. Now i gotta figure out what all that stuff cost in total
Thank you. Hopefully it helps
TWA.... Love your work man! Your videos are very thorough, and extremely helpful! Question.... Would you upgrade the factory sway bars to eliminate body roll, and enhance cornering? Thanks again for posting the great videos!
Thank you. I have never used aftermarket sway wars. I'm sure they help but I have never driven mine like that to know.
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so w drop is it from the front and the back cuz I have a 2010 Tahoe and have a 2/4 drop but I'm planning on going with a 3/6
+Jose Perez it is about 3.5 front/5 rear from stock
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Hey one more question by any chance do you have the part number to the bump stops you used after you did the free travel mod I saw that was the only thing missing from the whole parts list?
That looks pretty sweet!
Thank you
So glad you wore the correct team apparel lol
Those premium forged aluminum rims are better then most of chevys new 5 spokes today. One of the best rims ever made imo.
I think they look good for stockers.
It's looks nice, you have a new suscribe here. Thanks
Thank you for watching and subscribing 👍
Great job looks great!!!!!
Thank you
Great video. Thanks for doing it. What airlift bags would you use in those springs ? I have all parts coming for my 2014 Tahoe ,I pull a trailer.
Thank you. I never installed helper bags on this one. If you haul anything very heavy you may only want to go 4" in the back and keep autoride
I just bought kits to lower my 04 escalade. I thought all I had to do was change the springs and add the shock extenders and install torsion keys for front. Trying to do a 3/4 drop. Thought it would be a piece of cake but this looks like to much work.
04 will not be exactly like this but still not bad. You can do 4 in the rear without cutting the bump stop it just won't ride as good.
Looks a whole lot better after you lowered it. I wish you were in the Denver metro area, i would gladly pay you to lower mine...i have the exact same Tahoe, nervous about doing that job myself.
Thank you. I wish I could lower it for you. Take your time and you can do it 👍
@@TWAMotorsports : What size wheels could i throw on there without it rubbing? Thinking about purchasing some custom rims for the summer.
@@therealdwaynescottjay4957 as long as the tire size is below 31" any size you'd like. 👍
looks good dude
Thank you
Nice job. Looks great. Would like to see something like time lapse for some of the work instead of "this is what I need to do and here it is done" sort of thing. Like when you say I have to push down here and lift up there to work this out...but how did and what did you do? If you ever do this and keep the auto ride, would love to see that. Good job.
ThePeopleVerse thank you for the feedback. I will start doing that. Didn't think people would want to see that but can do. Won't be on this one because I sold it. In the future for sure.
great step by step
Thank you
Looks Really good. Makes me want a Tahoe.
Thank you
Loved your video I just did this to my 07 Tahoe It came out very nice but I was wondering on your tie rod ends did you swap them the other way to where the bolt is face up instead of down?
No I didn't
Sick looks badass
Thank you
WOOOOONDERFUL HELPER VIDEO!!!! I own a 08 Tahoe. The parts you have listed above is everything needed for a 2/4? Your free travel mod definitely gave me confidence on doing this work!
No this is a 3ish/4.75
@@TWAMotorsports do the springs themselves give you 4.75 drop in the back? I have 4 inch springs but i wanted to go a lil lower. I cant find 5 inch springs. Hopefully you can get back to me!! Beautiful truck btw!!
With no rubber isolators I generally get 4.5 to 4.75
nice work
Thank you
Excellent video. Questions for you, if the vehicle was lowered by a previous owner, where to begin in identifying how low, what kit, etc? The ride is harsh AF so I'd like to keep the look, but make it a tad more compliant; you'd think I was on 22's with 20 series rubber...I'm not. I was thinking maybe just a shock/strut replacement but who knows if the kit was installed properly in the first place? Not sure where to begin in purchasing the proper replacement shock/struts.
Thank you!
I generally take it all out and start over. Most do have part numbers on them though
Thanks for the video you did a great job in it. Now if you can tell me about the ride is it soft like the Denali XL I'm assuming you know how soft it is almost like an old Caprice or is it tough ride like regular like 4WD?
Thank you. Its not as firm as a truck but no where near an old school caprice.
Hey Travis, did you reused the 18mm nut/washer from the top, or use the nut that came with the new struts?? Just curious, cause the Belltech struts I got, the middle threaded shaft is smaller in diameter than the original ones, so am I suppose to use that 18mm as a washer under the provided nut??
If they come with the struts then I generally use them.
I noticed that the parts you're using come from different manufacturers. I see that DJM sell "complete kits". What made you decided on using Belltech springs instead of the ones available from DJM? Also, Maxtrax and Belltech kits don't require the control arm and sway bar to be relocated (they only have shock extenders). Is this a necessary step that yields better control/ride? Thanks in advance.
All the parts I use give the best ride. Belltech doesn't make the rear hardware kits but i choose what has worked best and i have tried several options
Thanks for the video! how does it hold up over time? also, how does it ride? does it feel a little stiffer, sportier than stock? I love my 2007 tahoe but sometimes feels just too bumpy, i'm used to small sports cars.
Thank you. It is a little more firm but still rides well. As for how it holds up..like stock
This video changed my life....lol
Lol. Thanks
Great videos! Very informative! Question….I want this same drop..will these parts work on my 12 ext?
They will work
I was reading the comments and I see that you mention that for those who want to use the rear springs on a suburban they should use different springs because of the weight of the suburban. I want to do it on a 2009 Avalanche which is like only 200 pounds heavier than the tahoe. Could the Belltech 4230 Coil springs do it or should I look for different springs?
You could use them. Probably set 1" lower in the rear
Thanks for the video good details but one thing how is the cv angles can you show them please because there are no videos on that because I have 07 Silverado 4wd it’s lifted now I’m thinking about dropping it on 24s
+Torwan Williams cv angles are good. People worry about that but it is no different than a lifted truck. The cv axles just go the opposite direction
Can you help me with a tire/wheel question? I'm about to do a 2/3 drop on 06 Escalade 2wd, using Belltech 759SP kit with autoride removed; and can't find info on what size wheels/tires will fit without rubbing. What w/t size are running? Any rubbing issues?
Stock 20s and tires. Only rubs lock to lock. 2/3 wouldn't
Murder it out it will look 🔥
Its sold now😥
Nice job, and nice tahoe, i had one also
tkn24s thank you
Awesome!! 👍
Thank you
Looks badass
chuy sauceda thank you
Hey what was the total cost I have and escalade I want to do this 2
chuy sauceda around 700. I listed all the parts below and no labor cost if you do it yourself
Love the step by step. i just got one question i been trying to find the torque specs for my self. where can i get them?
Thank you. Google I guess
Question. I want to do a 2/3 drop on my 02 Tahoe do I have to drill those holes and move my sway bar as you did for this one? If so can I use a cheap power drill from harbor freight I’m working on a budget and will be doing this in a apartment complex parking lot
On a 2/3 it is not required. You will be fine without doing that.
I have a 2013 Denali. I lowered it with Beltech dropped spindles ang 2" springs in the front. I used a DJM lowering kit with a 5" spring from HD Suspension on the rear. I cant live with the ride. I want to hook the stock air ride back up. I will remove the springs on the front. My question is can I use the Beltech 4230 springs in the back. You really do a good job on your videos. I appreciate your clarity.
Thank you. Yes you can use the 4230. I think it will ride way better than the djm springs.
Thanks for the awesome video bro! Its given me the inspiration I needed to do my 2009 Escalade AWD. I'm going through the links you posted to order my parts and the only thing im having trouble figuring out is the "Ebay sells the bypass units for autoride if equipped". when i click the link it takes me to the rk2007 DJM suspension hardware. Maybe i'm messing up but i cant figure it out?? The Amazon link "bypass for shocks" is for the front im pretty sure. Im just trying to figure out the rear. ANy help would be greatly appreciated!
Front and rear are the same
i have a question so when you buy the 2” lowering kit for the front is it pretty accurate to the 2” ?
It is generally within 1/4" of advertised
did you reuse the factory springs in the front of this tahoe?
Im about to order my parts for my 2008 tahoe
Yes. All parts used listed in description
Great video and instructions, much appreciated. I have a 2008 4x4 Avalanche with autoride and don't like how the front is higher than the back. To keep things manageable (have not done much work on cars) would be happy to just drop front. Do I understand it right that I could keep everything stock (autoride) just by using a drop spindle? And would it be better in my case to use 2509 instead of 2511 spindle you used? Thanks..
Thank you. Yes you need the 2509 spindle which is for a 2" only drop. No can also keep autoride but may have to shorten the rod on the sensor.
Thanks for your reply, working on the courage to jump into this ;)
@@user-fq7tv2lo6e you're welcome. It's not a terrible job. Hardest part is knocking the ball joints lose. You can do it 👍
How it goin bro. Hope you feeling well.
I have a quick question? I finally receive all my part to lower my Tahoe. I can’t wait. I don’t want that Cali lean int he rear. Did you put the 1 inch spring spacer in the back? And how many rings did you put the in the front shocks.
I didn't use the spacer in rear. I think I did whatever is a 1.5 drop on struts. Think it was 1 thick washer
Awesome job…did you need shorter front sway bar end links? Or kept the factory size? Ty
Thank you. No I didn't shorten the front
After you lowered it, did you get a small steering wheel shake? Just wondering cause I just got mine aligned and it didn’t fix the shake. Wondering if there’s something else wrong like the ball joints or something
No issues with steering on mine. I bet you have bad balljoints or outer tie rods.
Awesome video, about to do a 4/6 drop on mine. Did yours not have a rear panhard bar?
Probably should have but no
hella dope
Thank you. Just finished an older one too.
Awesome video!! Do you know if that is the same process with a 2016 Yukon?
Thank you. Process is similar on 2016. Watch my video on Monday and you will be excited to see what the next vehicle I start is👍
do you know if i can get just the brackets them self for the lower control arms i got everything else but that is that what i need so i can sit lower? cause the back sits at 4” and i already notched out the lip on the frame
Yep
Great video, I'm not sure if I missed it but are you using your front factory springs? Also the rear springs are Trailblazer, are they softer in ride then the Tahoe/Yukon spring by Belltech?
Ryan Culliton thank you. yes factory front springs. Trailblazer springs are softer is why I used them
@@TWAMotorsports what size drop in front and rear please us ut a 3/4??
@@johnnyretamosa7868 3.5 front 5 rear
Like your video 👍🏻👍🏻 I have a question I had a lower I have a 2007 GMC Yukon with 3/5 drop on stocks 17” wheels I need replace the front shock but it look like they use stock shocks and just replaced with McGaughy's coil spring also on rear lower part you from DJM I Bought the same ones but it didn’t come with that threaded insert To bolt down the shock extenders
I would do belltech front shocks. Just put a bolt into the shock extender that fits.
Will those belltech rear springs work on a 05 Yukon? Why would u use those instead of stings for that year?
It will fit but not sure on the drop. Contact Norcalss and he should have the correct part number. Google norcalss
So the shock extenders are needed for a 5" rear drop.i have 07 Tahoe with a 2/3 drop street performance shocks no shock extenders with 24" wheels . ride is awesome.what sway bars would you use I have eibach srings belltech or eibach
BAYNES1 BAYNES shock extenders are need for anything 4" or more. Either sway bar would be an improvement. I like eibach out of those 2 however.
Thank You,
Great video, thank you. The truck looks awesome. I have an 08 Tahoe LTZ, debating about the Magnaride. If I did a 2/3 drop and kept it, what all do I need ?
Spindles and springs
Thank you. Front spindles and front and rear springs ? I did see it mentioned about the small sensor arms too, and would need to get or shorten these as well.
Yes you will need those. Shocks would be best also
That extreme in a sedan i would run into camber issues with inner tire wear fast. How's it going with this here? Would love to do the same as you.
Looks great man.
Alignment was in spec with no issues.
Is there any issues on the axles running drop shocks and spindles only? Belltech said that it would cause premature failure if I did. I want to avoid drop springs. This set up seems perfect.
I never had that issue but that isn't something belltech says is ok
Any idea how I can lower the rear of a 2003 yukon 6 inches? I can’t seem to find such springs for sale. Any insight on this? What it takes to lower even more?
Norcal has a spring for 6" drop. Look up tbss store. 👍
Originally I wanted to do 2/3 but damn 3/5 looks sexy
Thank you. It does look better a little lower.
Do you have a part number for the bump stops or will any short bump stop work and where do you mount the new bump stop
Check out this other video. Same spot as the newer body style as far as where its installed and bump stop link is in the description 👍
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Great video! But i plan on going with bilstein (24-186940) 5100 series shock front and rear and was curious if you had a recommendation for front springs to get the same drop (plan on doing a 3/4 using the all other part numbers your using besides the shocks) thanks in advance!
I don't because I don't like spring drops on these
@@TWAMotorsports thanks for the great info!
You're welcome
Awesome video!!! Tahoe is looking slammed. I just have a few questions since this video was made.... I have 2013 Chevy Tahoe LT with the third row seat. Will your set up work for me? Any rubbing issues? With the tires being black along with the body, it looks like the front would rub with going over a bump, any issues since this video was made? Would love to watch a video on how it rides and looks in the daylight... thanks for the help!!!
This setup will work on yours. Front does rub lock to lock with stock 275/55/20. I have since sold it but email me and I can shoot you a daytime photo.
TWA Motorsports thanks for the reply. What do you mean by “lock to lock” and what can I do to not have it rub?
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Looks dam good.... the G-Ride..
Thank you
Good morning
Quick question. When you purchased the djm kit rk2007 did it comes with springs. When I clicked on it it brings me to eBay but they have it with springs.
No it does not
LOL that Cali Lean
Its actually an optical illusion. The back is 1" higher
Question
So I ordered the belltech 753sp 2/4 drop for my 2011 ppv I’m currently on 285/40/r22s should I do the free travel mod
I like to do it with any drop bigger than 4" in the back.
For a couple dollars, buy some 3/8 heater hose, slide it on the coil bottom and top, and it'll lift your rear over half an inch and I guarantee it's cheaper than the spacers. Had to do it to my 3rd gen camaro which has a similar suspension setup in rear.
Sub 2 me or I'll call the cops If you watch a few other videos on my channel you will notice I also have an fbody. The pocket the spring sets in is big enough to accommodate the heater hose mod. It would not be safe on this application. I did look at that however. :)
@@TWAMotorsports Heater hose mod is not good long-term anyway. The rubber isn't intended to last in that application. Use the spacer if you need the space.
@@wixman666 absolutely
@@wixman666 this is old by now. My heater hose "mod" lasted 4 years with no issues.
Need to order parts to do drop of my 2012 suburban 4wd. Cannot get to ur parts list. Great video thanks D
Parts list is linked below in video description
Great video! I have a 2013 Escalade and will be lowering it too. I replaced my magnaride leaky stock shocks with
Arnott SK-2954 strut for the front and AS m-2700 for the rear along with a bypass resistor. My question is if I lower it can I still use my new shocks or do I have to replace them with the shocks you used for the kit? I’m sure those new shocks would be shorter wouldn’t they? Hopefully I can use the ones I bought. Thanks for any recommendations
If you go this low you will need need new ones. If you do a 2/3 you can jeep what you have.
TWA Motorsports okay thanks. Kind of a dumb question but just hate to have that money go to waste and wanted to be sure. Maybe I’ll do a 2/3 since I pull a boat sometimes. Thanks for the response. Send pics after I do it 👍🏽
@@aayala302 love to see it👍
Question yea it might be a dumb one but how is the ride quality? I want to do this but bin holding off because this is the car we go on trips with ... also I have 24s you think this would be “too low”?
BIG E 24s will work but take a really small tire. Ride quality does suffer some but not terrible. I think this drop and 24s might be rough compared to what I have.
Very nice I just got.one same color
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How much do you tighten the rear shock relocation brackets too. I did this drop and lost my bolts.
Antonio Rocha shock to them is 85 ft lbs. Bracket itself just needs to be tight not impact tight but as tight as you can get with 3/8s ratchet
i have an 07 suburban with 24's 305/35/24 on it... im thinkin of doing doing 1-3drop on it, or with a 2-4.. my queston is if i stay with a 3-4 in the rear do i need to do the lower control arm stuff in rear?
Todd Bogie anything at 4 or over in the rear needs the rear kit.
I've seen the instructions for the rear stabilizer bar to be moved and drill holes on the driver side 2" over. Just wondering it has cause any issues or binding with just the 1" over.
+Orlando Gonzalez 2" would be too far. You would not have run to put the nut on top
Ok thanks. Just wanted to let you know you have one the best videos illustrating how to drop a Tahoe and also for the free travel mod.
Like your videos have a question can I use the stock struts on a 2008 Cadillac Escalade with that drop
No
I did a 3” level kit on d back only rides smooth but when I hit a bump feels rough do u know why thanks
Probably hitting the bump stop.
I have a 09 Escalade. What kit should I get with 285/45/22 to get same effect you got. I am not sure the terminology so how many inches dropped do I need in front and back. Want it even. Thanks in advance
Probably a 2/4 or 2.5/4 with those tire sizes.
Nuevo subscriptor, best regards from México
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