Silverado Lift Kit and Leveling Kit Guide

Chevy has built the Silverado 1500 and the 2500HD/3500HD on different front suspensions, changed both several times since 1999, and added trims like the Trail Boss and ZR2 that already sit taller from the factory. This guide sorts the kits we carry by truck, generation and lift height, using what the manufacturers list.

Short answer: On a 2019-2026 Silverado 1500, a 1.5-2.25 inch front leveling kit removes the factory rake and makes room for roughly a 33-inch tire, while 4-inch SST and 6-8 inch big lift kits are the next steps. On a 2500HD or 3500HD, leveling and 3-inch lifts mostly come from forged torsion keys. Trail Boss, ZR2, AT4 and ARC trucks often need trim-specific kits, and several kits exclude Super Cruise, so match the listing to your exact truck.

Leveling kit, lift kit or full suspension system

Most Silverados leave the factory sitting lower in front than in back. A leveling kit raises only the front, usually 1.5 to 2.5 inches, so the truck sits flat and a slightly larger tire fits. A lift kit raises both ends, typically with a front strut or knuckle change plus rear blocks, and opens up 35-inch or bigger tires. A complete suspension system, like ICON's staged kits or Eibach's Pro-Truck-Lift, also replaces the shocks or coilovers.

For a flat stance and a 33-inch tire, start with leveling. For 35s, look at 4-inch kits and up, and check each listing's tire figure, since some 4-inch kits list a 33-inch maximum. Our leveling kit vs lift kit guide covers the trade-offs in more depth.

Silverado lift kits by generation

Start with your truck's generation. Years below come from the listings; where a listing gives a narrower range, trust it and confirm on the product page.

Generation (model years)	Front suspension	Example kits we list
1500, 2019-2026 (current body)	Strut / coil-over front	ReadyLIFT 1.5" leveling, 4" SST, 6" and 8" kits; Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift; ICON Stage 5 and 6
1500, 2014-2018	Strut front; arm type matters	ReadyLIFT 4" SST, 7" and 9" kits; Eibach Stage 1, 2 and 2R
1500, 2007-2013	Strut front	ReadyLIFT 4" SST (4WD or 2WD versions); Eibach Stage 1 for 2WD
1500, 1999-2007 classic body	2WD coil spring; 4WD torsion bar	ReadyLIFT 2" coil spacer (2WD); Fishbone and Eibach 2WD kits
2500HD/3500HD, 2020-2026	Torsion bar, updated design	ReadyLIFT 2" keys, 3" SST (listed 2020-2025), 6" and 8" kits; ICON torsion keys and Stage 1-6 systems
2500HD/3500HD, 2011-2019	Torsion bar	ReadyLIFT 2.25" keys, 3.5"F/1"R SST, 5-6" and 7-8" kits

Silverado 1500, 2019-2026

ReadyLIFT splits several of its 1500 kits at 2024 and 2025, so 2025-2026 trucks often need their own part number. The ReadyLIFT 4.0" SST Lift Kit, GM 1500 2019-2024 and the 4.0" SST Lift Kit for 2025-2026 are separate listings. ReadyLIFT notes late 2024 and 2025 trucks with round U-bolts need a separate U-bolt kit for some of its big lifts.

Silverado 1500, 2014-2018

On these trucks the front upper control arm material matters. ReadyLIFT's 4-inch SST for 2014-2018 is for aluminum or stamped steel front suspension only, and its bigger kits are sold in separate versions by front suspension type: the 9-inch kit comes in cast steel and aluminum or stamped steel versions, and the 7-inch kit comes in a cast steel version and a stamped steel version listed for 2016-2018 only. Eibach offers its Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 1 for 2014-2018 Silverado, which Eibach lists at +2.5 inches front and +0-1.5 inches rear for 2WD and 4WD trucks.

Silverado 1500, 1999-2013

For 2007-2013 trucks, the ReadyLIFT 4" SST Lift Kit, Silverado 1500 4WD 2007-2013 gives 4 inches front and 1.75 inches rear, and ReadyLIFT says it will not work with 2013-and-newer Z71 4WD trucks with Rancho front struts. For classic-body 2WD trucks, the ReadyLIFT 2" Front Leveling Kit, 1500 2WD 1999-2007 is a coil spacer for 6-lug trucks, and Eibach lists a Stage 1 kit for 1999-2006 Silverado 2WD that is listed for Fleetside bed trucks and excludes the SS.

Silverado 1500 leveling kits

The simplest 1500 option we carry is the ReadyLIFT 1.5" Leveling Kit, Silverado 1500 2WD/4WD 2019-2026. It uses CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum upper strut spacers instead of a bottom horseshoe spacer, which ReadyLIFT says lowers the risk of touching the CV boots. It lists tire fitment up to 33x11.50-R20 on a 20x9 wheel with 0 offset, says it will not fit the ZR2, and says it is not compatible with Super Cruise. This part number is for trucks without Adaptive Ride Control.

Trail Boss and ZR2 owners need different parts because those trucks already have factory front lift. ReadyLIFT says a standard leveling kit can bind the ball joint on a Trail Boss, so the ReadyLIFT 2019-2026 Trail Boss 1.75" Leveling Kit includes DOM tube upper control arms with 1-ton replaceable ball joints, and ReadyLIFT lists up to a 295/65-20 tire on a 20x9 with 0 offset for the Trail Boss. The ReadyLIFT 2022-2026 ZR2 1.5" Leveling Kit also comes with upper control arms and keeps the factory turning radius, per ReadyLIFT.

For older trucks, the Fishbone Offroad 2007-2020 Chevrolet 1500 2.25" Leveling Kit is a pair of black powder-coated steel spacers that Fishbone lists for 2WD and 4WD trucks with any cab or transmission. ReadyLIFT's 2.25" Front Leveling Kit for GM 1500 6-lug 2007-2018 is billet aluminum and lists a 33-inch maximum tire, but it is not for trucks with factory air ride or 2017 trucks with stamped steel upper arms. Its description also singles out 2015-2018 Silverado and Sierra 1500 trucks, so confirm your year on the product page.

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Silverado 1500 lift kits and suspension systems

ReadyLIFT's 2019-2024 SST gives 4 inches front with a 3-inch rear block, uses DOM tube upper control arms, needs no cutting, and works with or without ARC. ReadyLIFT lists it as not compatible with Trail Boss, ZR2, AT4, AT4X, the 2019 classic-body LD or Limited, or Super Cruise, and it does not recommend Auto 4 Hi. For 2014-2018 trucks, the ReadyLIFT 4" SST Lift Kit, 1500 2014-2018 (Cast Al or Stamped Steel UCA) gives up to 4 inches front and 1.75 inches rear with room for a 33-inch tire.

For more height, the ReadyLIFT 6" Lift Kit, Silverado 1500 2019-2024 with Falcon 1.1 Shocks is a big lift for 4WD trucks with boxed crossmembers, a 3/16-inch skid plate and Falcon 1.1 rear shocks. ReadyLIFT lists clearance for a 35-inch tire on a 9-inch wide wheel with 0 offset, and says it is not for Trail Boss, ZR2 or AT4/AT4X. Trail Boss owners have the ReadyLIFT 4" Big Lift Kit 2019-2024 1500 Trail Boss, which ReadyLIFT says is not for diesel trucks or rear mono-leaf springs.

For ride quality, look at shock-based systems. The Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 2 for 2019-2026 Silverado pairs threaded-body front coilovers with Pro-Truck Sport rear shocks, so front height is adjustable. Eibach lists several lift ranges by package, its fitment list covers crew cab trucks, and it excludes Silverado trucks with Adaptive Ride Control. The ICON Stage 5 Suspension System, Tubular, Silverado 1500 2019-2026 uses 2.5 Series remote reservoir coilovers in front, piggyback rear shocks, CDXS dual-speed compression adjustment and tubular upper arms with ICON's Delta Joint, across a 1.5-3.5 inch lift range.

Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD lift kits

For 2020-2026 HD trucks, the ReadyLIFT 2" Front Leveling Kit with Forged Torsion Key, GM 2500/3500 HD 2020-2026 is two forged keys indexed for the new platform. ReadyLIFT says the lift is about 2 inches and varies by truck, lists 35x12.50 tires on a 20x9 wheel, and notes it does not work with the ZR2. The ICON 2020-2026 Silverado 2500/3500 HD Front Torsion Key Kit adjusts 2-3.5 inches on most models and 0.5-2 inches on the Silverado 2500 ZR2. ICON says it requires ADAS recalibration and recommends extended-length shocks.

A step up, the ReadyLIFT 3" SST Lift Kit, Silverado 2500HD/3500HD 2020-2025 gives 3 inches front and 1 inch rear, also fits dual rear wheel trucks, and ReadyLIFT lists 35x12.50 tires on a 20x9 with 0 offset without trimming. For a big lift, the ReadyLIFT 6" Lift Kit, Silverado 2500HD/3500HD with Falcon 2.1 Shocks 2020-2026 is for 4WD trucks, keeps the factory torsion bar position with relocation brackets, and supports up to 37-inch tires per ReadyLIFT. It does not work with the ZR2, and single cab fitment has not been validated.

ICON also sells staged HD systems. The ICON 2020-2026 Silverado 2500/3500 HD Stage 2 3.0 Suspension System, Billet combines 2-3.5 inch torsion keys with remote reservoir shocks and billet upper control arms, per ICON. ICON's Stage 3 and Stage 6 systems add electronic CDEV damping, and "w/ Leaf Packs" versions replace the rear leaf packs.

For 2011-2019 HD trucks, the ReadyLIFT 2.25" Front Leveling Kit with Forged Torsion Key, GM 2500/3500 HD 2011-2019 includes two keys and four shock extensions and lists a 33-inch maximum tire. The ReadyLIFT 3.5"F / 1"R SST Lift Kit, 2011-2019 adds tubular upper arms, differential drop spacers for 4WD and heavy-duty tie-rod ends. The title names the 2500 HD while the description adds the 3500HD, so confirm your truck on the product page. ReadyLIFT lists it for single rear wheel trucks only and not for trucks with the factory camper-package overload spring.

Fitment details that trip people up

Trim: Trail Boss, ZR2, AT4 and AT4X trucks ship with factory lift or different struts. Many kits exclude them.
Adaptive Ride Control: High Country and Denali trucks with ARC need ARC-specific kits or brackets, and some kits exclude ARC entirely.
Super Cruise and ADAS: ReadyLIFT lists several 1500 kits as not compatible with Super Cruise, and ICON calls for ADAS recalibration on its HD keys.
Rear springs and U-bolts: Mono-leaf rear springs and round U-bolts on late trucks can require a different part or a separate U-bolt kit.
Torsion key setup: ReadyLIFT says not to set the keys on its 2020-2025 HD 3-inch SST kit past 27 inches from wheel center to fender edge, so follow the measurement in your kit's instructions.
Wheel offset: Tire figures assume a specific wheel width and offset; see our wheel offset and backspacing guide.

After any lift, expect to align the truck and re-aim the headlights. Laws on lift height, bumper height and lighting vary by state, so check local rules. Torsion bar trucks also need a proper unloading tool, such as the ReadyLIFT Torsion Bar Key Unloading Tool, GM 2500/3500 HD 2011-UP.

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Frequently asked questions

Will a leveling kit fit my Trail Boss or ZR2?

Usually not the standard one. ReadyLIFT says the 1.5-inch 66-39150 kit will not fit the ZR2, and it builds separate kits for these trims: the 1.75-inch 66-3921 for 2019-2026 Trail Boss and Sierra AT4, and the 1.5-inch 66-32150 for 2022-2026 ZR2 and Sierra AT4X. ReadyLIFT includes upper control arms in both, since these trucks already sit higher in front or have limited factory arm range.

Do I need new upper control arms with a Silverado 1500 lift?

It depends on the kit and the trim. ReadyLIFT includes upper control arms in its 4-inch SST kits and its Trail Boss and ZR2 leveling kits, while its basic 1.5-inch leveling kit is a strut spacer only. Eibach recommends forged or aftermarket control arms on trucks that came with stamped steel arms from the factory.

Does my truck's Adaptive Ride Control or Super Cruise matter?

Yes. Several listings change by ARC: ReadyLIFT's 66-39150 leveling kit is for trucks without ARC, the 66-39151 adds brackets for trucks with it, and Eibach's Stage 2 excludes Silverado trucks with ARC. ReadyLIFT also lists its 1.5-inch leveling kit and 4-inch SST kits as not compatible with Super Cruise.

How does leveling a Silverado 2500HD work?

The front of a 2011-2026 HD is a torsion bar setup, so most leveling kits replace the torsion keys and change bar preload. ReadyLIFT's 66-30200 keys are indexed for the 2020-2026 HD and lift the front about 2 inches. Plan on a torsion key unloading tool, which ReadyLIFT lists as required for that kit.

What tire size fits after a lift?

Every listing gives its own number, and it depends on wheel width and offset. Examples from the vendors: up to 33x11.50 on a 20x9 with 0 offset for ReadyLIFT's 1.5-inch 1500 leveling kit, 35x12.50 on a 20x9 with 0 offset for its 3-inch HD SST kit, and up to 37-inch tires for its 6-inch HD kit with Falcon 2.1 shocks. Check the exact listing before buying tires.

Do I need an alignment after lifting or leveling?

Plan on one. The Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift listings call for an alignment after install, and ReadyLIFT recommends an alignment and headlamp aim check after any leveling kit. ICON says its HD torsion key kit requires ADAS recalibration after install, so ask your shop about camera and sensor calibration too.

Will a lift affect my warranty or inspection?

It can. Vehicle warranty coverage, insurance and state lighting or bumper height rules vary, so check them before you order. Several ReadyLIFT listings mention the ReadyGuard Powertrain Warranty, and our vendor warranty page explains how each brand handles claims.

Not sure what fits your truck? Call a real person at (920) 249-7744 or send us a message, and we will help you sort it out.

October 20, 2026 — NVMOS

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