Automotive Basics

Understanding Suspension Lift Kits

Lift Kits are used to raise a vehicle by suspending the frame, body, and power train above the wheels. It is a modification often done by offroad enthusiasts to raise the ride height of their vehicle.

Suspension lift kits have become tremendously popular among people who wish to give their automobiles a unique or beefy look.

You can drain your wallet on some performance shocks to completely change your rig’s height and look. You can also opt to ditch the stock springs and shocks altogether for a set of adjustable air bags. Or you can go with something like a 15″ lift that requires air-traffic controllers to pull into your driveway.

Most people install a suspension lift for aesthetic purpose. Others purchase it to lessen the jarring caused by irregularities in the roads traveled. Since the wheels of an automobile accelerate, stop, and steer it, the suspension lift kit must also serve to keep the wheels in close contact with the road surface at all times.

Suspension lifts (also referred to as lift kits or leveling kits) enable steeper ascent, descent, and break-over angles. They also provide higher ground clearance and help accommodate larger rims and tires

However you wanna lift your rig, there’s an option for it. It is just up to you to choose a trusted online lift kit shop for the perfect product for your beloved vehicle.

In order to get a smooth road ride and improved handling for off-road use, you’ll need to get a quality lift kit. All kits will give you more ground clearance, of course, with the increased wheel travel helping to smooth the trails. A quality kit will include performance shocks that not only rebuff bumps and ruts; they can do wonders for your on-road handling as well.

Whether you use your rig for work or play, a high-quality suspension lift kit lends a major change to your rig’s altitude and attitude. Looks and performance are both seriously altered, hopefully for the better.

There are a lot of kits and styles available, so careful consideration must be taken to meet your lift needs and stay within your budget. Luckily, an eager suspension industry is waiting to serve you.

The Truth About Lift Kits

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