Blue Ford pickup truck with lift kit and off-road tires.

Leveling Kit vs. Lift Kit โ€“ Whatโ€™s the Difference?

When it comes to modifying trucks, one of the most common places we see owners start is with their suspension. Thereโ€™s a reason for this โ€“ suspension modifications allow for bigger wheels, sharper looks, improved ride height and quality, and the opportunity to install more rigorous equipment for better off-road performance. But before you go tearing apart your rig in the driveway, letโ€™s take a look at the differences between two of the most popular suspension modifications we see today: lift and leveling kits.

truck with normal suspension vs truck with lift and level kit modifications
truck with normal suspension vs truck with lift and level kit modifications

Whatโ€™s the difference between leveling kits and lift kits?

A leveling kit is designed to raise the front of your truck to make it even with the rear. โ€œWhy donโ€™t trucks come level from the factory?โ€ you might ask. Well, manufacturers design most trucks to handle heavy cargo in the rear with beefier rear springs, resulting in a raised rear and the vehicle tilting forward, also known as a โ€œforward rakeโ€. To

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