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SPACCER® will fit Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible original springs and all accessory springs, coil springs and leaf springs. The lift kit can be installed on both standard oil shock absorbers and gas shock absorbers (air suspension).
- Does a lift kit cause problems?
- Does a lift kit affect ride quality?
- Can you put a lift kit on a car by yourself?
- Are suspension lift kits safe?
- Is a lift kit worth it?
- Is a 6 inch lift worth it?
- Will a 2 inch lift affect handling?
- Does a 2 inch lift affect ride?
- Do you lose towing capacity with a lift kit?
- How much does lift kit install cost?
- How much does it cost to install a 6 inch lift kit?
- Why are lift kits so expensive?
- What's the difference between a leveling kit and a lift kit?
- How high is a 4 inch lift?
Does a lift kit cause problems?
Adding a lift kit and big tires creates another hefty problem: too much weight. Adding over a hundred kilograms of lift kit and tires will increase braking distance. The extra weight is also more than the shock absorbers are designed to handle, which can lead to overheating and failure.
Does a lift kit affect ride quality?
Lift kits raise your vehicle's clearance giving your vehicle a more sporty look and allowing for bigger tires and off-road driving. ... This is done by adding spacers over the vehicles' original body mount bushings. This type of lift shouldn't affect your ride quality or handling in any way.
Can you put a lift kit on a car by yourself?
Installing a lift kit is time consuming. Once you have the vehicle's frame supported with separate jacks for each axle, then it's just a matter of drilling out and replacing rivets. ... Still, as long as you make sure the steering linkage, sway bars, brake lines and shocks are long enough you can install your own lift kit.
Are suspension lift kits safe?
It is safe to install a lift-kit with a proper and professional installation, no crazy off-roading or driving habits, regular maintenance, and other suspension upgrades like CV axles, U joints, ball joints, bushings, bearings, and an add-a-leaf.
Is a lift kit worth it?
Pros of Body Lift Kits
Most lift kits are not too expensive and they are more economical than suspension lifts. ... For people who like to go “off road,” lift kits will give your tires more clearance while still retaining the factory suspension geometry and alignment.
Is a 6 inch lift worth it?
If you're looking to actually gain some off-ground clearance and capability six inches is enough for off-roading or even Overlanding. Depending on how big your truck is, a six-inch lift is the only way to go. ... If you want 35″ tires, a 6-inch lift is the perfect amount of lift to accommodate them.
Will a 2 inch lift affect handling?
When you lift your truck, whether it's by two inches or twelve, you'll change the truck's center of gravity. Your truck will sit higher off the ground, so the center of gravity will be slightly higher as well. This means your truck may not be as stable once the lift kit has been installed.
Does a 2 inch lift affect ride?
Because a body lift kit only involves the frame and the body of the vehicle, it does not affect the suspension, and therefore will not affect the overall ride. You will still be able to gain a few inches in height, but you will not need to worry about harming your vehicle.
Do you lose towing capacity with a lift kit?
Expert Reply: A body lift does not affect towing since it's only the body of your vehicle that's being raised; the stock suspension and wheels remain at their original height. ... Note that even if your lift doesn't affect the towing capacity, it will affect the quality of towing a trailer.
How much does lift kit install cost?
Buying and installing a lift kit might cost between $400 to $4000 if you do it yourself. If getting it done from an expert, the price can range between $800 to $12,000.
How much does it cost to install a 6 inch lift kit?
A professional installation can run upwards of $1200 depending on your vehicle and the kit that they will be installing. Given that hefty price tag, many avid truck enthusiasts might opt to skip the labor costs and take on the task themselves.
Why are lift kits so expensive?
As a previous commenter said, most of what you're paying for is the R&D that went into development of it. The other factor in cost is how much is included in the kit. Some kits will include just the spacer, which is cheaper, while others will include parts to realign your car to factory spec.
What's the difference between a leveling kit and a lift kit?
A leveling kit essentially levels the front of the vehicle to match the stock height of the back, with a maximum lift of about two inches in the front. A lift kit lifts the truck much higher into the air, but requires far more time and energy to add in what is basically a new suspension system.
How high is a 4 inch lift?
4" BDS on 33.5" 84-85" at back of cab. 35s add half" to an inch. measuring from the center-line of the wheels, ground to the bottom of the fender, 42.75" in the front, and 43" in the back.
