2017 Silverado Z71 4x4 - 6" Zone lift with 35s Install - Start to finish install

It took me about 6 days to install this 6" LIFT in my driveway because of my work schedule, I had to do it couple hours here and here to get it done, i should have taken 1-2 days off work but it is what it is lol ... also installed some sweet Tyger steps and a Softopper canopy, this thing looks beast now I love the look. Hope you guys enjoy this video, I included all the steps it took to Install the lift, so if you decide to do the lift yourself you will get an idea of the process, it's not hard just a lot of moving parts. I suggest following instructions on this one haha
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Here is the cost Of this Project so far:
Truck $16,800
Auction fee: $700
Dealer fee: $150
Towing $500
Upper control arm $60
Front Axle $100 + ($100 passenger side)
New tire and mount $300
Smog test $50
Brake and light inspect $40
Truck scales $10
Alignment $50
Seat air bag $235
Seat belts x2 $150
Different Wheels/Tires $100
Seat cover repair $50
Fender black $350
Rear door black $350
Freight cost $100
Rocker panel $200
Front door $350
Freight cost $150
Rocker panel install $700
Both roof airbags with shipping $1,100
Tow mirrors with harness $200
Driver pillar handle $40
Garage opener upgrade $60
Paint and prep $1,000
35" Tires OTD with discounts $1,000
20x9 Fuel wheels $1,180
TPMS Sensors $80
Zone lift $1,000
Front valance $330
Alignment $60
Sold 18" fuel wheels & tires (- $1,600)
Sold 2 damaged doors (-$240)
Sold stock mirrors (-$300)
Sold stock harness (-$100)
Sold passenger side step (-$60)
Speed Calibrator Programer $80
Headliner Repair $150
Softopper Canopy cover $770
Tyger Side Steps $310
Tyger Fender Flares $120
Current Total: $26,775

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[@user-hn8wm5xd9f]

FINALLY A KZbinR THAT DOES HIS OWN WORK.

[@DavyJonesSN95]

A Dad teaching his son and getting work done. This world needs more dads like you because most of them buy the kid what they want and dont build their work ethic. In the real world, these kids are on their phones with out any idea what could come next. Me i am 13 but i started young practicing work ethic at a really young age because when reality hits, its a must have. You teach your son how to build this truck and he learns that he needs to pay attention because one day, he will need to teach his son the same thing. Not only did your son help you. But he earned work ethic. Most kids dont start at such a young age like yours. Props to you and great video😀👍

[@FixItNick]

thanks brother, really appreciate it

[@natestevens1359]

Impressed with your calmness working not only on a car but with kids around. Kept cool the whole time. I drop the 10mm in the bay once or bust my knuckle trying to break an exhaust manifold bolt and I’m cussing up a storm ready to throw a chair through a wall😂

[@FixItNick]

Haha do r worry I gave those moments when kids are not around

[@stompythewonderlizard286]

This guy works really fast

[@cowboyupnow63]

Kids helping is awesome

[@zackaubin5139]

props for doing this at night with a head lamp. most people wont do it them self's with a garage.

[@FixItNick]

Thx man, I actually like night working better, less eyes walking and driving around lol

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[@HP.Customs]

The sidesteps were a great choice and that bedcover was a nice finishing touch.

[@FixItNick]

thanks man, my fav look so far, and nobody has that look not that i have seen

[@realmmfc]

Cleanest z71 I’ve seen. Love your style bro

[@FixItNick]

Thank man

[@kierancarter8369]

Just got done putting the 4.5in on my sierra...used your video as homework and reference during my build. Thanks for the help!!!

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[@joeybaltz582]

I watched start to finish the restore, paint, and lift install. I have to say my favorite part of the videos is when little man comes out to help pops with the hard labor. Good stuff bud. You've got way more than just 28k wrapped up in that truck. If it was mine i would never get rid of it and he'd drive it off to college one day.

[@FixItNick]

Thank you really appreciate it :)) I have a price breakdown in the description of the full build

[@joeybaltz582]

@@FixItNick oh no i know you got 28k bucks wrapped up in that. you also got time with jr invested as well.

[@tristannivens3269]

Most detailed install video I think I've ever watched. I can't imagine the time it took you to edit all of the footage. Keep it up 👍

[@FixItNick]

Thanks man, yea it was some work. I was thinking to remake this video and cut it down to 10-12 min, I hope that’s possible to cram it in

[@gabriell9289]

Nah man leave it how it is. All the small details are what we need! The rear X Member cut was my problem area (instructions aren’t too detailed; Pro Como 6”) Questions answered! Thank you sir!

[@AZgule2010]

That is one sharp looking truck man, and you teaching your boy to wrench is an icing on the cake.

[@FixItNick]

Thanks bro, he's enjoying it

[@joeyholloway322]

That’s awesome man .. in the driveway with a headlamp and kids everywhere lol and kept calm the whole build ! Love the wheel and tire combo !

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro, need new shirt, keep calm and lift lol

[@jonesleroy3392]

I love the cover in the new tires and rims you put on there it makes the truck look so good

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro, yea cover is convenient for my needs

[@jonesleroy3392]

That guy is gone looks awesome with those tires stuff on there

[@Robert8455]

Nice job Nick. Your little man will treasure these vids in 20 years... Looks like putting a lift on a Chevy is a lot more involved than an F-150.

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro really appreciate it, remind me to never lift a Chevy again lol

[@jasonwilson6680]

Nice job I always try to do my on work on my vehicles when possible, it gives you pride and it makes you appreciate what you have. Awesome!!!!!

[@FixItNick]

Yes sir, built not bought = good feels lol

[@luisaguilar5867]

Dude, it’s insane how you really do this all by yourself. Enjoy your videos man, keep up the awesome work & I would enjoy some more videos of you turning salvaged cars into beautys!!

[@FixItNick]

thank you bro, appreciate it

[@brendanmann9876]

exactly what i was hoping for i just watched the build video never fails to impress me

[@FixItNick]

ill be doing headliner install next, it finally got done, there will be something else ill be installing between headline and roof also...

[@Deke1]

nice looking truck, just not crazy about the bed cover..

[@FixItNick]

To each their own right? It's usability is why I got it, put down and up a lot for deliveries

[@Bootsz829]

I dont understand the usability is it just about having vertical space in the bed?

[@samuelgregoire1644]

I think it juste look ugly on a nice truck like that

[@rctraxrex4588]

Deke1 same

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

Samuel Gregoire Same and after all it is a TRUCK ...

[@markraouf6976]

I like what you did to the fame after cutting the box weld is a new and ceative approach. Good job

[@FixItNick]

Thank you really appreciate it. Some just done care

[@thecoyotehunter9989]

Im actually rather glad you posted videos of this truck being built cause its my dream to have one of these ones

[@FixItNick]

its a sweet truck, but get a 6.2 or a diesel if you can

[@thecoyotehunter9989]

FixItNick if it was up to me id get the 5.3 vortec

[@fordeaterdg]

Great work man! I'm doing my '18 with a 6" BDS in my driveway next weekend and I hope it goes as smooth as yours did!!

[@FixItNick]

Good luck bro wish you luck lol

[@levonf.8093]

I love the SoftTopper you put on it! It's very functional, and good looking depending on the truck, I think It completes the off-road style of this Z71!😁

[@FixItNick]

Yea I love it too and let's truck stand out from all trucks

[@jc7435]

Great job on the video. I can’t imagine how much longer all the installs took in order to make such a detailed video.

[@FixItNick]

Thx appreciate it!!

[@rihabkchfia4222]

For real i just watched some of your videos you deserve more subscribers just keep up the hard work and good luck

[@FixItNick]

thank you bro

[@Oscar-yr9uy]

Love the channel, have watched all your shed videos in lika 1 hour

[@FixItNick]

thanks mate, i have a feeling i will have to do that shed series into one video after the shed is done

[@sukmadik2319]

Definition of built not bought. Sweet build sir

[@FixItNick]

Thanks bro

[@puy389]

its so nice to see a child out there helping dad instead of his face stuck on a computer screen.

[@FixItNick]

haha yes indeed, i keep him safe out there, but i let him play with things so his future is bright

[@bowtie-man]

Nice looking ride my man, I noticed the little boss man was checking in on you to make sure his truck is getting done to his satisfaction. 👍👍

[@FixItNick]

haha yup, he loves that truck and loves me F350 project that i got, i think hes gonna love the F350 more cuz its gonna be a 4"straight pipe with a chip braaa!!

[@nmendoza1234]

That bed cover looks sick!! I love it

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro

[@omarzowila]

I think you deserve a lot of Subscribers to this channel

[@toreyyoung1518]

Thank you for allowing us to see your wealth.

[@kalikasurf]

Torey Young you’re gonna be a crybaby, because this guy worked harder than you? 😂😂

[@brendanschack5847]

My ocd is going nuts over not having the Silverado badge on the driver door lol. But love the truck man. I wish I had the talent to rebuild a wrecked truck like you did

[@FixItNick]

hahah trust me im crazy OCD, but couldnt decided if to badge both sides or debadge, i think ill debadge

[@brendanschack5847]

FixItNick debadge would look real clean 👍🏻

[@tonysilva8222]

Amazing man great work good looking truck and you did it all in your driveway unreal 🤜👌

[@FixItNick]

Thank you

[@funezvideos8698]

This is one of the best videos

[@ralphmccarty9218]

That's an awesome truck! My dad and I are getting ready to build a 1966 jeep wagoneer, with the original blue paint. It's I think almost done with paint. We have a Silverado engine to put in it its gonna be awesome

[@FixItNick]

Would be sweet

[@chrissullivan1756]

Love the truck and once again great team work . See u have 3 team members now lol

[@FixItNick]

thanks bro, yes both of them try to help here and there, the boy is more to it lol

[@elimeadows1022]

I love the whole truck. Only a couple trucks would look good with that bed and yours is one of them! But if it was up to me I might personally also put something on the front of the truck like some small bullbars or something like that. But it looks good without them!

[@FixItNick]

thanks bro, i was thinking to do something custom, i still might not sure, but also wanted to cut a whole in the bumper for an LED bar to install flush with the bumper, will see

[@elimeadows1022]

FixItNick that would look sick. Scratch my idea and do that. It would look great on your truck.

[@slufa111]

The only thing I saw you read the instructions on... was the bed cover.... lol Great job!

[@FixItNick]

haha, dont worry there was a lot of lift instructions reading lol

[@ВАСИЛИЙАвраменко-у9с]

The machine is clean from the bottom, as soon as the factory!

[@FixItNick]

Yes thank you

[@austingenzano5196]

Good job man that was an educating and interesting video!

[@FixItNick]

Thank you, appreciate it

[@jamesgazdag876]

been watching ur 7.3 videos alot u must live down south cause ur trucks r so clean

[@FixItNick]

Thanks man, down south where? I’m in north CA

[@mustafamayahi8577]

This kid will be like his dad great mechanic

[@FixItNick]

I hope we build awesome things soon

[@earlesscarcass3]

Just found your channel now. Videos are very impressive and a very unique style with the time lapse only. You should maybe consider doing some commentary at some points. I was able to follow along with everything you were doing but your videos could be very resourceful to the newbie who might not understand at all points. Which considering you do all of this in your driveway... at night... with a headlamp... Shows all the guys afraid to do this stuff that its very much achievable with moderate hand tools and some persistence. Keep pumping out videos and I will continue to be a fan. P.S. As a 19 year old who has been working in the shop with my dad since I was the age of your son. I feel for those parts of the videos A LOT. But when he gets older and IF he seems to lose interest in wrenching, don't force it on him. If he is this interested in it now I would guarantee he will come back. I left the shop for a few years when i was younger and I know my dad took it pretty hard. But I'm back in there now and I know my dad really enjoys the time we spend in there. Even though we never talk about it. Cuz you know dads and sons... We don't talk about that stuff. You have gained a subscriber sir. Keep up the good work!

[@FixItNick]

thanks bro, really appreciate it, Actually what i did is i had a part 1, 2, 3, 4 etc for the build, then i had a 6 days series of the lift build and tried explaining things there etc, this video was just all of it together into one video. This way if someone doesnt want to watch different part videos they can just watch one video, or if they want to watch part 1 part 2 etc then can do that as well.

[@earlesscarcass3]

FixItNick Makes total sense. I just hadn’t seen the other videos yet. Carry on

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro, enjoy :)

[@nicholasperry2591]

Talk about going all out, nice build👍🏻

[@FixItNick]

Thx bud

[@stephencaine1548]

Love the progress you're making on the truck-looking pretty BA. So cool that you involve your son on the build, even if he doesn't know what is going on. BTW has anyone ever told you that you look like Jango Fett?

[@FixItNick]

thank you lol and no they havent

[@fagnerbarros158]

Good job man 👏🏻👏🏻, nice rims and tires 😍

[@FixItNick]

Thank you, love them on black truck, if truck was silver I would get black wheels

[@5-1-2ricers9]

Your son reminds me of myself at that age. Helping my dad replace brake pads and learning all the curse words ever made lol.

[@FixItNick]

Ha ha no curse words here lol he’s an interesting kid lol

[@stevennesham4931]

Love the videos bro i have not got a clue about that pickup truck you are working on but the Transit van we do have in the UK . keep up the brilliant work you do

[@FixItNick]

Thank you sir, they are all basically the same lol

[@Racer57]

I just found your wreck rebuild video and then this one. I like your style of videos very much, and your talent is impressive. One question, what size lift/level did the truck start at? I have a 2015 Black Silverado 1500 much like this one, I have the stock 265/65 R18 wheels which look to the be same size as the ones that started on the truck but the ride height looks much more appealing that the stock height even with the smaller tires.

[@FixItNick]

Thx man really appreciate it, I had 2" level kit prior to lift, when I got it first it had 33s then I sold those and bought 265s that you saw during the lift.

[@mariochingon3842]

She came out awesome brother! Now just need some linex or carpet in the bed 👌 great job!!

[@FixItNick]

Thanks

[@robertlucero2490]

Watched the other vid of you repairing really enjoyed the vids

[@FixItNick]

Thx I appreciate it

[@kalwillis8717]

i love your videos man 👏🏾

[@FixItNick]

Thank you appreciate it

[@kalwillis8717]

no problem 😁

[@alejandrolovera2306]

hermosa camioneta y todo las modificaciones que le hace, lo felicito muy bueno

[@FixItNick]

What?

[@lorenaperez6126]

@@FixItNick he said beautiful truck and all the modifications that are left he also said congrats

[@FixItNick]

Thx for translate

[@MrSkeeter18]

If it were a Ford it would be awesome. But it still looks great. Nice job. Thanks for sharing.

[@FixItNick]

Thank you F350 project vids soon will take over

[@vasaleeno6958]

Great vid. That’s a lot of work. I think I would have sat on a pillow.

[@FixItNick]

Last I'm doing Silverado 1500 4x4 lift ewww

[@jerrywasaracecardrvr]

Thanks for the video. Way cool to watch! Must be nice working on new stuff, i live in the rust belt and only have 13+ year old vehicles.. That said, i was expecting you to cut off the rear U bolts lol!

[@FixItNick]

lol I feel blessed feel bad for you guys I would so hate it

[@devynherselman4664]

Love the look of the truck you should think about putting wheel spacers on

[@FixItNick]

on the back i was going to put spacers to match the front yes

[@Cascadia_505]

What a skills you have, wish had same skills you had cuz I would turn my broken car into new. I have feeling that your little child would be machanic because I see how he fixing the truck with you🤙🤙.

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro, anyone can have any skills they wish

[@liddyyamaha36]

I think the bed cover is sweet.

[@beckett191145]

man.... you need a shop buddy and some wheel spacers for the rear of that chevy lol nice videos Nick

[@FixItNick]

Thank you appreciate it, wish I can afford shop lol, spacers did :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGTLk36cnLlqg68

[@dannyadkins5649]

Awesome job man

[@FixItNick]

Thx

[@RobertKohut]

Nice!! So I guess you can do an independent front end lift in the driveway. Great job!!

[@FixItNick]

Haha yup, but it sucks

[@nickosagbayani9451]

Just subscribed when I saw the restoration😊

[@FixItNick]

thanks bro

[@nickosagbayani9451]

You're pretty much welcome pal😊 Keep it up!

[@tctwg1]

I hate changing my trucks oil without a lift, and you put a lift kit on in your driveway lol 🤯👍

[@FixItNick]

haha i hate changing oil also

[@ryanrctoydaily1147]

Men.... you are awesome, very talent and knowledge. Nice videos and im suscribed now.. thanks

[@FixItNick]

Thanks Ryan appreciate it

[@ivanbeltran3152]

Amazing Work! Greetings from mexico😊

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro

[@HA-fc7xk]

Your channel should be called car doctor you are clavier keep it up 👍

[@FixItNick]

Thx lol,

[@CartwrightFour]

Looks really cool! Brush / bull guard next?

[@levonf.8093]

Much support from Massachusetts!

[@FixItNick]

Thx brother

[@danieltorpfalt4230]

Great looking truck!

[@FixItNick]

thx man

[@afterleopard8115]

all i have to say is NICE TRUCK!!!!!

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro

[@MarioSantana1335]

Truck looks badass!

[@FixItNick]

Thx

[@JosePerez-ky8dy]

i think it looks dope af with the bed cover on it, i think the wheels should be wider though other than that cover is fresh my g

[@FixItNick]

Thx bro, didn't wanna over do it, these trucks have weak ball joins, u go to big start replacing them monthly lol

[@AdamDodo05889]

Great job, I am very impressed with the change, but how much will it cost

[@danielescobar7337]

Did you use a wheel dpacer in the back? Didn't see that on the video. Reason why i ask is because I'm thinking about lifting my Chevy 2500 and everybody says that you have to use a spacer in the back to even out the stance, chamois tend to stick out further in the front when there lifted.

[@selviabar1124]

good job I liked your troca greetings from the city of guatemala

[@joseanonas9282]

Did you had to take your finished truck for an alignment? BTW excellent job !!

[@AZGunner-mp7yx]

Watched my whole ProComp 6 inch lift get installed at 4 wheel parts and never saw so much cutting and welding or disk removal when being installed on my 2015 Z71 with 35’s. Wonder why the need.

[@FixItNick]

I’m never buying another Chevy, such a headache to lift them, can’t wait to buy a Ram

[@Frog_man007]

How hard would you rate doing the lift kit yourself? I have a good little bit of mechanical skills and i am very good at doing my own work to my vehicles. But I’m nervous about cutting on my 50k truck lol

[@dthomashall]

Does this combo allow you still park in the garage? Looking for the measurement from sharkfin to ground. Looks great! Thanks

[@tourguide2473]

Well done!. Nice video!.

[@FixItNick]

Thanks

[@m7ixalis1]

respect !! the only thing i don't like is the bed cover

[@FixItNick]

i LOVE it lol ... yea some dont like it cuz its not as secure as a shell, but i take it down and up all the time a shell would not work for my needs, this works awesome

[@mag99w5]

So...I thought 6” lifts and down were straight bolt on?? So is there a lot of modifications for 6” lift?

[@kalooop6868]

Nice i got the same lift and tires. Installing lifts are fun but aggrevating on a okder truck

[@FixItNick]

good luck, no rush

[@kettimy6282]

Привет! Ваш сын будет настоящий механик!)))) класс!!!! С удовольствием смотрю ваши видео

[@FixItNick]

Thank you sergey, Bydem rabotat!!

[@ricksscalerc2222]

Nice job,truck turned out great!

[@FixItNick]

thanks man

[@bonelessivar]

very good !! they take the bow from the front. if you have had an oval you have been spectacular !!!👍💪💪

[@FixItNick]

Thanks man

[@levijones1874]

Since the. I guess the front axle.... yea sure. Anyways since you have it out is there a way kinda make it bullet proof to nature. Kinda like a flex seal deal. Also with the other parts

[@FixItNick]

I’m not sure honestly, it’s as good as it will get

[@AJ07likeaboss]

Wow, you did all of this in 30 minutes?!? That is pretty impressive!

[@FixItNick]

LOL wife still wondering why it took me a week haha

[@4x4nation24]

lil man makeing sure those studsare tightlol

[@FixItNick]

haha yup

[@alexmunguia9732]

did you did anything different to the differential? i have 7inch with 35"s and its kinda sluggish lol

[@Kyle-jb3hr]

Was all that cutting necessary? I dont like things being too permanent on my daily

[@cowboyupnow63]

Need to also do a spray in bed liner

[@prestonscheel5118]

Awsome vids,Would you ever consider doing an exhaust system video,and some custom bumpers?

[@FixItNick]

I was actually going to cut out a hole in the front of my bumper and installed an LED bar in there flush with the bumper, and exhaust yes I also wanted to do as well. Gotta save up a little. It of $$ for that

[@danielokuda]

How many hours do you think you had into installing this lift

[@nguyenngocan1152]

Idea very nice and beautiful..!

[@FixItNick]

thanks bro

[@nguyenngocan1152]

Wish you success and have many videos for everyone to enjoy..!