How to Lift a Truck

Lifted trucks have become pretty popular among Little Rock pickup drivers. If you’ve been wondering, “How do I lift my truck?”, the Service Department at Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Conway is here to help. So, we’ve put together the handy guide below on how to lift a truck.

How Do I Lift My Truck? – Gathering the Right Kit and Tools

Lifting a truck requires using one of two kits: a body lift kit or suspension lift kit. We generally recommend body lift kits to our North Little Rock customers who are doing this for the first time or learning how to lift a truck. Body kits are less complex than a suspension kit and are easier to install. Here are the details about each type:

Kits for Lifting a Truck

Body Lift

• Can increase your truck’s height by 1 to 3 inches (not as high as a suspension lift)
• Is less expensive than a suspension lift
• Is far simpler than a suspension lift

Suspension Lift

• Can lift your truck 4 to 6 inches (twice as much as a body lift)
• Is more expensive than a body lift, and may require the purchase of additional parts
• Is more complex than a body lift

Tools for Lifting a Truck

• Vehicle jacks and jack stands
• Socket wrench
• Torque wrench
• Lug wrench
• Screwdriver
• Body lift kit -or- suspension lift kit

How Do I Lift My Truck? – Step by Step

Just follow the steps below for lifting a truck:

How to Lift a Truck

• Remove the negative battery cable.
• Loosen the lug nuts so the tires (but don’t remove the tires).
• Use your jack and jack stands to raise the vehicle.
• Remove the wheels and tires.
• Remove the old U-bolts, along with your vehicle’s current shocks and springs.
• Attach the new bolts and, while assembling any parts according to the instructions that came with your kit.
• Attach the new shocks and suspension.
• Use your torque wrench to make sure that all pieces and bolts are tightened according to the proper specifications.
• Mount the tires.
• Lower your vehicle carefully, keeping it as level as possible as it inches towards the ground.

Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Conway of Conway is Here to Help

Just remember, our service and parts centers are here to assist you with all of your automotive needs. And, if you found this guide to be helpful, you might enjoy our post on how much it costs to lift a truck. We’re just a short drive away from Benton, so drop by or contact us today!