Got the Truxx leveling kit..but....

[BradO]

I had the same issue with the front being a little higher. Got those shackles from Samco and they did the trick. The stance was perfect and ride was better than with the front end higher.

[wpage]

You could put a air lift on the rear. It gives certain options...
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/p...Air-Spring-Kit

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by BradO

I had the same issue with the front being a little higher. Got those shackles from Samco and they did the trick. The stance was perfect and ride was better than with the front end higher.

So the shackle solution isn't so cheesy? Ride's good? WTF? I've never used them and never heard anything positive about them. Aside from H3Slate 's comments.

"get longer shackles to raise it back up.

try here

http://www.samcofabrication.com/products/product_info.php?products_id=47&osCsid=50ce061e8b9 9e34712776123573ff564


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[sattv]

I ordered a truxx kit yesterday ........I will see how it looks cause my front end is way low with 3 turns on the bars.........I figured I had no choice truck looks dorky jacked up like a stink bug

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by Big Dad

But uh, let me get this straight...add a leaf is as ghetto as installing a shackle? How so?

I don't think either is ghetto. That was my point. But they're both cheap ways of getting a little lift.

What about arching the springs? It don't cost that much. Is that ghetto also? If so, why?

Not ghetto, but not needed, unless the springs are flattening out. Plus you're looking at more cost and more effort.

What exactly do you mean by custom springs?

Going to a spring maker and having leaf springs custom made. There's lots of companies that do it.

Lastly, SOA? Spring over axle.

Thanks in advance.

Another issue with add-a-leafs for the H3, is that with a spring-under configuration, you'll actually be decreasing your clearance at the u-bolts. I added shackles a while back, and along with some other suspension upgrades, the truck rides and handles better than stock IMO. Plus there is added articulation in the back - not much, but every bit helps.

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by YANKEES31

Just curious why wouldnt you mess with the rear. I figured the easiest fix from what I read would be just to add the new shackles. If I bring the front down then another alignment will have to be done..right?

I said "yet". Adding shackles is fine, but then you'll eventually want new, longer shocks in the rear. So why not just turn down the t-bars for now and see how it sits?

Now my real advice would have been to forget the truxx kit and just crank the t-bars and maybe add the Cognito/Bilstein shocks.

[RuggedH2]

Originally Posted by Sewie

I said "yet". Adding shackles is fine,

Now my real advice would have been to forget the truxx kit and just crank the t-bars and maybe add the Cognito/Bilstein shocks.

Yep.

[Sewie]

The Samco shackles are WAY overpriced. The ones I got are just as stong, provide more lift, and were 1/4 the price.

[TXSUT]

Originally Posted by Big Dad

Pop the center hubs and measure the distance from the center of the axle to the fender, front and rear to determine how much space you're dealing with. That'll help you figure out the game plan.

Are the front and rear fenders set at the same height in relation to the frame? They aren't on the H2, so this method doesn't work when it comes to leveling an H2. Not sure if the same applies to the H3.

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by TXSUT

Are the front and rear fenders set at the same height in relation to the frame? They aren't on the H2, so this method doesn't work when it comes to leveling an H2. Not sure if the same applies to the H3.

Right. I agree. A few posts back (same thread) I provided him with some numbers that I measured on mine, since it "appears" level and I have the same install.

Originally Posted by Big Dad

Sorry, trick or treaters.

I got 23 3/4" on the front and 24 1/2" on the back. More importantly it appears dead on level.

It could have settled a bit.

No fricken popping noise either.

Hummer, Ford, Toyota...H1, H2, or H3...the method is, what it is. 24 1/2 - 23 3/4 = 3/4, I have found a difference of 3/4ths of an inch between the front and back "axel to fender" measurements. Meaning, when the vehicle measures 3/4" lower in the front, it appears level.

Originally Posted by yankees31

I got my Truxxx leveling kit installed today by a GM dealer. It is was installed to the exact height that the directions said bit it now seems as if the rear is lower that the front. What can I do to remedy this. Add a leaf to the rear possibly?

My point was, measuring the axel to fender distance might assist him in finding out how much space he would have to compensate for, in response to, his original question of "What can I do?". Hell, once he figures out how much higher or lower, the front actually is when it appears level it's a downhill, decision as to what to do. He could theoretically let enough air out the tires (front or back) to get a visual once he figures out how much "distance" he has to compensate for, in order to acquire the 3/4 inch difference. Obviously he would have to air the tires back up after trying to drive it again! But he would be well aware of how much money/effort to put into the discrepancy of "front too high!"

I hope that makes sense to you, I'd really like to get started on this bottle of "Friday Night" Scotch!

It takes to much effort to think, type, and communicate about thoughts from 2 days ago!

[joedirt]

I had the same problem with my truck after the Truxx kit was installed. I also has some minor popping in the front end. There were some postings that explained that you could loosen the rear shackle at the leaf while on a floor jack, lower the rear and then tighten the bolt. This will probably give you that 1/2 inch. Some guys did it for the same correction. I just ditched the Truxxx kit altogether and purchased the Bilstein Cognito Leveling shocks. Yankee you can do one of the following:

Option 1: Crank down the t-bars a bit, about 1/4 inch, but u do not necessarily have to get another alignment bc the front end alignment should still be to spec.

Option 2: You can buy the rear shackles or the add-a-leafs to lift the rear, no alignment would be needed.

Option 3: Do the above on the stock rear shackles and get the 1/2 inch.

Here is a pic of mine with the Cognitos. Oh, and the front will settle in. I had to adjust my t-bars many times inbetween test drives. My front was sitting perfect at 24 1/4, I am now about 24 1/8.

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by Sewie

Another issue with add-a-leafs for the H3, is that with a spring-under configuration, you'll actually be decreasing your clearance at the u-bolts. I added shackles a while back, and along with some other suspension upgrades, the truck rides and handles better than stock IMO. Plus there is added articulation in the back - not much, but every bit helps.

Thanks for explaining that, after I read your first statement I was confused over the crappy ride thing.

Originally Posted by Sewie

How is an AAL any less "ghetto" than a shackle lift? And you'll likely end up with a crappy ride.

Originally Posted by Sewie

I don't think either is ghetto. That was my point. But they're both cheap ways of getting a little lift.

I'm curious as if Y31 tries Joe's method and even more curious about the results.

Keep us in the loop.

[Agriv8r]

Originally Posted by H3less

Just throw a 9000lb whinch on the front and she will be sitting pretty!

wasn't a heavy wench suggested earlier in this thread....

[Big Dad]

Originally Posted by Agriv8r

wasn't a heavy wench suggested earlier in this thread....

You are correct sir!

As a matter-of-fact I suggested using a wench to solve this anomaly!

Originally Posted by Big Dad

$hit, I did it again...anyways, um just get yourself a big old fat chick, usually found at Mike's Jersey subs and cruise her around for a couple of days! Make sure she rides up front!

[YANKEES31]

Well I ordered the shackles. I'll see if it does the trick and let everyone know

[YANKEES31]

Here is a better pic

[joedirt]

Does this make you feel any better Jared? This is my friends H3 with the ready lift. You can clearly see the front end is higher than the back.

[YANKEES31]

Must be those Moto Metal 951's

[joedirt]

Too Funny! I didn't even recognize that till you said it.

[YANKEES31]

Well I ordered the shackles from Samco on Friday and the order is still in "pending" status when I log in. I emailed them and called them but got no response for each.

I think I am going to order the 35's now.