ReadyLIFT 9" Lift Kit with Bilstein Rear Shocks - 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500 (Aluminum or Stamped Steel UCA)

The ReadyLIFT 9" Lift Kit (part 44-3490) is a big lift for 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks with factory aluminum or stamped steel front suspension. It retains the factory turning radius, keeps track width growth under 0.5" per side, and works with or without front MagneRide.

Part number: ReadyLIFT 44-3490

Key features

• Retains the factory turning radius, ride, and handling, per ReadyLIFT
• "Clam-shell" lower strut extensions with TCT lower bushings retain the factory struts (standard and front-only MagneRide) with no strut rotation
• Tubular steel upper control arms with TCT pivot bushings replace the OE stamped steel arms
• Boxed steel front and rear crossmembers and a full-width front skid plate from 3/16" plate steel; the OE plastic gravel guard can stay
• 1/4" boxed plate steel differential drop brackets with a double gusset and boxed center rib
• Rear add-a-leaf and 3/16" fabricated steel rear lift blocks with built-in bump stop landings and an offset pin to center the axle and keep pinion angle
• Premium extended-length Bilstein rear shocks
• Includes the ReadyLIFT ReadyGuard Powertrain Warranty

What's included

• Tubular upper control arms with TCT pivot bushings
• Clam-shell lower strut extensions
• Front and rear crossmembers and full-width front skid plate
• Differential drop brackets
• Rear add-a-leaf and fabricated rear lift blocks
• Extended-length Bilstein rear shocks
• (ReadyLIFT does not publish a separate parts list for this kit; items are from the official product description)

Fitment

• 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500, 2WD or 4WD, with factory aluminum or stamped steel front suspension
• Not for AWD applications
• Works with front MagneRide; not recommended for trucks with rear MagneRide, including GMC Denali 1500 with rear MagneRide
• Single cab configuration has not been validated by ReadyLIFT
• Requires at least a 9" wide wheel with -12 offset

Tire fitment

• Up to a 37" tall off-road tire on a 9" wide wheel with -12 offset for no rub
• Some aggressive tread designs may need minor trimming
• ReadyLIFT bases its wheel and tire recommendations on specific wheel and tire brands, and sizes vary by manufacturer, so test-fit every wheel and tire combination before installation.

Install notes

• Estimated installation time: 11 hours +/- 1 hour (excludes alignment and wheel/tire assembly).
• Read the instructions completely before starting. ReadyLIFT recommends installation by a certified mechanic.

Questions about fitment? Email [email protected] with your year, make, model, and trim before ordering.