Chevrolet Silverado 2007-2013: Lift Kit Reviews
Lift, load, or level? Depending on your budget and what you want to do with your truck, you have options. There are options for all levels of budget, the more money you're willing to spend, and the crazier you can go. Find out what those options are here.
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT900 (2007-2013).
Whether you need more ground clearance for off-road, or you just want to have the biggest truck out of all your friends, adding a lift kit can do that for you. Lift kits come in a couple different types, ranging from body lifts to drop sub-frame suspension lifts. The most common lift you'll see for these trucks is the drop sub-frame type, as they're readily available, give the most height, and aren't too difficult to install. All of these prices listed in the chart below will be based on a 2008 Silverado 1500 4x4; however, they should hold the same for the other years in the 2007 to 2013 range as well. If you have a 2WD truck, you can figure generally about $100 to $200 less for the more expensive lifts than a 4x4 lift would cost.
Lift Kit Comparison
Rough Country |
ReadyLift |
Skyjacker | |
|---|---|---|---|
Price |
$250 to $1,000 | $1,000 to $3,800 | $1,800 to $2,800 |
Lift Heights Available |
3.5", 3.75", 4.75", 5", 6", 7.5" | 4", Mid-Travel, Long-Travel | 3", 6" |
Lift Type |
Spacer, Body Lift, Drop Sub-Frame | Spacer, Long-Travel | Lift Knuckles, Drop Sub-Frame |
Drivewheel |
2WD and 4WD | 2WD and 4WD | 2WD and 4WD |
Warranty |
Limited Lifetime | Limited Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |
Best Value: Rough Country
Rough Country
Price – $250-$1,000
Lift Heights Available – 3.5", 3.75", 4.75", 5", 6", and 7.5"
Lift Type – Strut Spacer, Body Lift, Drop Sub-Frame
Drivewheel – 2WD and 4WD
Warranty – Limited Lifetime
Rough Country lift kits definitely offer the most wallet friendly solution to gain some height, while still maintaining a high quality. The main way they get the price down is by removing extra frills (like skid plates), using blocks instead of lift leaf springs, and using strut spacers versus lift coilovers. This gives you a better entry point cost while still allowing you to upgrade to the more expensive components down the road when the money allows it. So if your budget is tight or your truck is just a street queen and don't need any of the extras, it is highly recommended checking out Rough Country. Recommended for its high quality at a lower price.
ReadyLift
Price – $1,000-$3,800
Lift Heights Available – 4", Mid-Travel, Long-Travel
Lift Type – Strut Spacer, Long-Travel
Drivewheel – 2WD and 4WD
Warranty – Limited Lifetime
While ReadyLift makes high quality products, it is only recommend going for them if you're looking for a mid or long-travel setup for your truck. Those two types of suspension will give you some of the best off-road performance you can get with an IFS front suspension; however, it definitely comes at a price as well. But with a warranty of "If it breaks, it gets replaced" it means you can fully use the truck off-road without worry of voiding the warranty on your suspension components. Recommended for its off-road performance.
Skyjacker
Price – $1,800-$2,800
Lift Heights Available – 3", 6"
Lift Type – Lift Knuckles, Drop Sub-Frame
Drivewheel – 2WD and 4WD
Warranty – Limited Lifetime
Skyjacker has been in the lift kit game for a very long time and have always put out products of a very high quality. You don't see them as much on the roads these day though, but that's mainly due to them being one of the more expensive and least flashy companies. If you have the money to spare though, you definitely won't be disappointed with their lift kit. You get the more expensive options like full replacement leaf springs, lift knuckles, etc. Recommended for its high quality.
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