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: Cognito leveling kit


snonut12
05-25-2005, 10:14 PM
I have been doing extensive researching on this kit and just want to ask a few questions to clear up. This look like a good kit and it'd be great to "lift" the truck a bit while keeping the front end components in proper shape.

If I install the level kit on a stock truck, would I see appx. 1" of lift?

And if I install the level kit and crank up the torsion bars (purple keys), I would get about 3" of lift from stock height?

Looking at the pictures, it look like the shock extension bracket will extend only about an inch ... is that right? If that is the fact, then how could it help fix the problem with shocks if this kit could get you 3" of lift? An 3" lift minus 1" extension equals 2" of overextended shock length. Either that is true or I may be just confused. :confused:

Currently I have a set of Timbrens on my truck because I run a snowplow. Can I still use Timbrens with this kit?

If I get 3" of lift with this kit, would I need to get a small blocks for the rear to level the truck? Thanks and looking forward to learn more about this. ;)

GMC2500HD
05-25-2005, 10:26 PM
There is another thread about this exact topic and I suggest that you refer to it and then after reading all of it I think you will find some if not most of the answers you are looking for. Good luck..

snonut12
05-26-2005, 06:27 AM
Yeah I know there are some other threads about this kit, I mentioned that I have done the searching (for hours) and just want to verify that my understanding is correct. I just don't want to assume on something and find out later that I screw up.

rolloffhill
05-26-2005, 08:37 PM
I don't think that you understand what a leveling kit is. It levels the front of the truck to be "level" with the back. No you will not need blocks to level the truck. I think if you can't find what you want to know through the multiple threads here at the dp, then it is time for you to call or email justin at cognito. He will be able to answer the questions that you can't find here.