Leveling Kit

Why Does Your Truck Need a Leveling Kit?

The Nose-Down Factory Rake

From the factory, your truck sits an inch and a half to two and a half inches lower in the front than the rear. That rake is engineered for a loaded bed, but an empty truck rides pitched forward, the front tires tuck deep into the fender, and the whole stance looks unfinished. On a tow rig the bed climbs even higher under tongue weight, so the fifth wheel or travel trailer tows nose high and the rear axle carries more than its share.

Not Enough Room for the Tires You Actually Want

Stock clearance caps you at a small, tall tire that looks lost in the wheel well. The factory front coil and strut limit up travel, and the moment you step up to a 33 or 35 inch tire, the rubber eats the crash bracket and inner fender at full lock. Owners end up trimming plastic and adding wheel spacers to chase clearance that a proper front level fixes in one bolt-on step.

Lost Approach Angle and a Front Bumper That Drags

That raked front end hands you a weak approach angle, so the air dam and front bumper catch on curbs, farm ruts, and snow berms. On a 4WD that actually gets used, the lowest point up front takes the hit every time, and the towing mirrors give you a clear view of the front wheels plowing instead of clearing.

What Can a Leveling Kit Solve?

A True Level Stance With Factory Ride Quality

6061-T6 billet aluminum strut and coil spacers lift the front end to match the rear without changing the spring rate, so the ride stays OEM smooth and the shocks keep their travel. The truck sits dead level, the bed sits flat, and the loaded bed tows the way it was designed to.

Clearance for 33 to 35 Inch Tires

The extra height frees up travel and opens the fender gap, so a taller, wider tire clears the crash bracket and inner fender at full lock with no rubbing and no trimming. You get the stance and the contact patch you bought the truck for.

Restored Approach Angle and a Bed That Tows Level

The front comes up, the air dam clears the terrain, and the fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch sits level under load instead of nose high. The geometry up front stays within factory alignment specs, so tire wear stays even and the steering stays centered.

Shop Leveling Kits by Vehicle Engine & Fitment Guide

• 2.5" Front Leveling Lift Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 - Fits all Dodge Ram 1500 from the 3rd generation 4WD (2006-2025). CNC-machined billet front strut spacers cancel the rake and level the stance on both 2WD and 4WD cabs without changing spring rate.
• 3" Front + 2" Rear Leveling Lift Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 - Fits 4th generation Dodge Ram 1500 (2009-2026). A 3 inch front and 2 inch rear setup levels the truck and clears 33 to 35 inch rubber across the DS and DT platform years.
• 3" Front + 3" Rear Leveling Lift Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 4WD - Fits 4th generation Dodge Ram 1500 4WD (2009-2022). A matched front and rear lift holds the truck level under heavy tongue weight and restores approach angle.
• 3.5" Front Leveling Lift Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 2500 3500 - Fits 2nd generation Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 (1994-2013). A larger billet spacer lifts the nose of the older solid front axle trucks to a true level and clears larger rolling stock.
• 2" Front Leveling Lift Kit for 2WD Dodge Ram 1500 2500 3500 - Fits 2WD Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 (1994-2018). A moderate 2 inch coil spacer levels the 2WD rake and is mild enough for a daily driver that still needs to tow.
• 3.5" Front Lift Leveling Kit for Dodge Ram 2500 3500 - Fits Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 (1994-2013). A taller front spacer on the heavy 3/4 and 1 ton trucks levels the stance and recovers the approach angle the heavy diesel up front buries.
• 2" / 2.5" / 3" Front Leveling Lift Kit for Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500 - Fits GMT900 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 (2007-2019). Adjustable billet front strut spacers dial in 2, 2.5, or 3 inches of lift to clear larger tires on both 2WD and 4WD cabs.
• Racing Front Leveling Lift Kit 0.5"-2.5" for Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500 - Fits Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 (2007-2017). A tunable 0.5 to 2.5 inch front spacer lets you set the exact level height for the tire and wheel package you run.
• 2.5" Coil Spring Spacer Kit for Chevy Silverado 1500 - Fits older GMT800 Chevy Silverado 1500 (1999-2007) 2WD. Direct fit coil spring spacers lift the front 2.5 inches to level the classic OBS-era truck and clear a taller tire.
• 1.5" / 2" / 2.5" Front Leveling Lift Kit for Ford F250 F350 Super Duty - Fits Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty 4WD (2005-2019). Adjustable front strut spacers level the heavy Super Duty, clear 35s, and hold the front alignment within spec under a loaded gooseneck.
• 2" / 2.5" / 3" Front Spring Spacers for Ford F250 F350 Super Duty - Fits Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty 2WD (1999 and up). Billet front spring spacers with 3/4 inch stud extenders level the 2WD Super Duty leaf and coil front end across both the early and current generations.

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What is a leveling kit, and what does it do for my truck?

A leveling kit is a set of spacers that lifts the front end of your truck to match the height of the rear, canceling the factory nose-down rake. The kit sits between the coil spring or strut and its mount, so it raises the front an inch and a half to three and a half inches without changing the spring rate or the ride. The result is a true, level stance, room for a larger tire, and a bed that tows flat instead of nose high.
Nothing on the rear suspension changes, so your load capacity and the factory ride stay exactly where the manufacturer set them.

What is the difference between a leveling kit and a lift kit?

A leveling kit raises only the front of the truck, usually one to three and a half inches, to bring the nose level with the rear that sits higher from the factory. A suspension lift kit raises the entire truck, frame and all, by three to twelve inches or more, and it replaces coils, leaf springs, control arms, and track bars to do it.
Leveling kits are an afternoon bolt-on that keeps the factory ride, while lift kits are a major build that needs driveshaft and brake line work. Levelers cost a fraction of a full lift and clear one tire size up; full lifts clear much larger rubber and change how the whole truck drives.

How much does a leveling kit raise the front of my truck?

Most front leveling kits add between 1.5 and 3.5 inches of lift at the front coil or strut, and the exact height is set by the spacer thickness you choose.
Two and two and a half inch spacers are the sweet spot for clearing a 33 inch tire on a half ton, while three to three and a half inch spacers are common on heavy 3/4 and 1 ton trucks running 35s. Some kits pair a front spacer with a smaller rear block so the whole truck sits level under load instead of just the front.

Will a leveling kit affect my ride quality, CV axles, or alignment?

A spacer leveling kit does not change the spring rate, so the ride stays close to factory smooth on the street. The trade-off is angle: lifting the front changes the half-shaft and CV angles, the tie rod angles, and the camber, which is why a fresh alignment is mandatory the day the kit goes in.
On independent front suspension trucks, a spacer pushes the strut down at full extension, so CV boots can run closer to their limit on full droop. Staying at two to two and a half inches keeps those angles well within safe range; going past three inches on a half ton is where you start to stress axles and ball joints.

What size tires can I run after installing a leveling kit?

A two to two and a half inch front level typically clears a 33 inch tire on most half ton Rams, Silverados, and F-150s with minor or no trimming. A three to three and a half inch level is the range where 35 inch tires fit under a 3/4 or 1 ton Super Duty or heavy Ram without rubbing the crash bracket at full lock.
Exact clearance depends on wheel width, offset, and trim level, so the tire and wheel package matters as much as the lift height. The level buys you the room; the wheel offset decides whether you rub.

How long does a leveling kit take to install, and can I do it myself?

A strut or coil spacer leveling kit is a straightforward bolt-on that a competent home mechanic can finish in a garage afternoon, roughly two to four hours with hand tools and a floor jack. The front strut has to come out, which means compressing the coil or swinging the assembly clear, then the billet spacer drops on top of the strut or into the coil bucket.
You will need a torque wrench, an alignment is required right after, and a four wheel drive may need the sway bar link dropped. If you do not have a shop press or spring compressor, a local shop can swing the strut for you in under an hour.

Do I need new shocks, control arms, or an alignment after a leveling kit?

A fresh alignment is non-negotiable after any front lift, because raising the strut changes camber, caster, and toe the moment the truck comes off the jack. New shocks are usually not required for a two inch level since the factory shock still has travel, but a three inch or taller level can top out the stock shock at full droop.
Aftermarket upper control arms are only needed at the taller end of the range to recover camber and keep the ball joint from binding. The kit itself is all you need for a moderate level; the alignment is the one add-on you cannot skip.

Which leveling kit fits my Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500, Silverado, or F250/F350?

Fitment is driven by your truck model, drive type (2WD or 4WD), and generation year, not by engine, so the first step is matching those three to the kit's listed range.
We carry direct fit levels for 2nd through 4th generation Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 (1994-2026), GMT800 and GMT900 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 (1999-2019), and Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty (1999 and up) in 2WD and 4WD. Use the fitment table to lock your exact model and year, and confirm whether your truck is 2WD or 4WD before you order.

Are leveling kits street legal, and what about shipping, warranty, and returns?

Moderate leveling kits are street legal and DOT-compliant in most states, since a small front lift does not change bumper height laws the way a tall suspension lift can. Some jurisdictions restrict taller heights to competition and closed-course off-road use, so always verify your local lift and bumper height laws before you drive on public roads, and confirm your exact fitment in the table above.
Every kit ships free, is backed by a 1-year warranty, and comes with our 45-day return policy, so if the spacer does not fit your exact truck you can send it back.

How do I pick the right lift height, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, or 3.5 inches, for my truck?

Match the height to the tire you want and the truck you drive. A 1.5 to 2 inch level is the right call for a daily driver that wants a cleaner stance and a slightly taller tire without stressing CV angles.
Two and a half inches is the most popular split for half tons running 33s, and 3 to 3.5 inch spacers are built for 3/4 and 1 ton Super Duty and heavy Ram trucks clearing 35s under load. If you tow heavy, pair the front spacer with the matching rear block so the truck sits level with a loaded bed instead of nose high.