NewB questions

Jemel08 · March 27, 2003

Hey guys, just joined the site, this is my first post. This site is very informative. Anyway, i have a 2002 1500 and wanted to get a 6 inch lift with a 3 inch body. I've been looking around and i was just curious on what you guys have found to be the cheapest. I was also looking at getting some dual resevoir shocks...what are your takes on those?? Thanks for the replies.. and sorry about the newb questions, im sure you get these all the time

TROYROBO · March 28, 2003

welcome aboard---as for you questions-someone will come along with the answers :thumb: :thumb:

City_Slicker · March 28, 2003

I am doing the 3" body lift. Performance accessories seems the best way to go. I dont want to mess up that caddilac ride!!

chevyhd · March 29, 2003

When shopping for a lift go for quality over price, you don't need to skimp on a cheap kit. I recommend looking into the CST kit.

Reservoirs will cost $180-200 a piece, so you are talking over a $1000 to do just the fronts with dual shock hoops. They really don't do much for a street vehicle other than the looks. Running duals out back is overkill, just one per side is enough for the rear. The extra oil capacity you get by running a reservoir and running multiple shocks keeps them cooler for extreme offroad use. If you're thinking about running them, get the Bilsteins.

Dihappy · March 29, 2003

Id recommend a ProComp Lift or SuperLift brand lift.

Of course there are others, and most all are great, quality lifts. The CST is a high quality lift but overkill IMO if your not always offroad.

Peace!

gnet158 · March 29, 2003

I have the same truck. I just got her lifted with a '6 RCD lift kit & a '3 body lift. The main reason I went with RCD rathor than Pro Comp or Fabtech was word of mouth. Everyone I talked to said to go for the RCD lift kit. You don't want to skimp on the lift kit. Also the RCD kit comes with Belisten (sp) shocks which are really good too. Call different shops get their pricing on the lift you want along with wheels & tires. But for the wheels & tires also call your local tire shops and get pricing from them. I did & saved $80 per wheel this way (the lift shop did a price match). I don't think you can get the dual resevoir shocks on a 2WD. But with enough money I guess anythings possible. I can't wait to see pictures of your truck if you do get them. Good luck.

Jemel08 · March 30, 2003

Hey thanks guys for all your help...im in the process of getting money together...so hopefully ill make something of my truck soon..thanks again for your help... ps.. TROYROBO...do you have any pics of your truck??