3.5" Front and 3" Rear Leveling Lift on a 2007 Chevy Tahoe

3 1/2 inch front spacer lift, upper control arms, sway bar links and 3 inch rear spacer lift with stabilizer bar links on a 2007 Chevy Tahoe.
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[@mypoeticlicense4537]

At first I was annoyed by the sped up reel. As I continued to watch, I began to appreciate the genius behind the faster speed. Great job. I noticed the plant that was a nice touch. LOL! great work, I am going to like and subscribe. Keep it up. The coffe breaks were hilarious.

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thanks for the support!

[@StitchDGlitch]

Removing the axle nut to separate axle from hub is only necessary if doing the bottom control arm.

[@MegaMilesBen]

Actually, removing the axle nut and freeing the axle is a safety measure as to not pull the axle apart at the inner boot when lowering the arm or moving the knuckle around. And I was very glad I did when I mistakenly moved my jack. I wouldve destroyed that axle had it still been attached.

[@StitchDGlitch]

@@MegaMilesBen lucky for you for doing that. A Jack or Jack stand is always recommended.

[@MegaMilesBen]

@timothycottle5943 yea, normally I leave it there and lower it to where I need it. Even with a jack, you still run a risk of pulling the axle apart if the knuckle goes too far forward.

[@angusbelmar3554]

Great job. I did a 3.5 lift on my 2007 Chevy Tahoe and had an issue on the front saw bar link. When I let the jack down the saw bar link that part that attach to the lower control arm busted. Do they have a longer one. why saw bar have so much tension on it. I notes you did them tougher. It was fun Thanks,

[@MegaMilesBen]

@@angusbelmar3554 you might need sway bar link extensions.

[@91steelblue]

Best video ive seen yet! Thank you!

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thanks for watching!

[@fidelcordova9374]

I was worried for you when you used the widow makers great job man .. awesome video

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thanks for watching!

[@travisadragna8933]

Great to see you torque the lug nuts to spec. It's the little things that make the quality

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!!

[@ThatGlock45]

But didn’t torque the axle nut…

[@russianroulette3476]

Best video so far

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

Ya that was driving me crazy, i new i had to turn the strut but i couldn't believe there were no instructions to do so, btw i only disconnected the upper ball joint loosened the sway bar and the strut itself . Great instructions @!

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thanks for watching!

[@davntelisha19]

Bad ass truck now good work man you did your thing on it great stuff

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!!

[@prestonmackay]

Love it! Great work as always!

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!!

[@alexalexandercameron4986]

Perfection.. Well Done bro

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!

[@tedross2424]

Do you happen to know the size wheels and tires on this build? I appreciate your time. great video, as im thinking of taking this on shortly. New sub

[@MegaMilesBen]

@tedross2424 I dont, Im sorry. It was a clients truck. He changed sizes at some point too awhile after.

[@andrersnandez8568]

Props brother putting in the wrench time.

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!

[@oralwayne7273]

I have moog sway bar bushings for 2 years now have not change them because bolts are stuck

[@MegaMilesBen]

Might need to torch them or drill them out.

[@olandocooperu7972]

I made 300 likes! Great job and video!

[@MegaMilesBen]

Nice! Thank you for watching!

[@guillermoramirez26]

The Best of the best

[@MegaMilesBen]

Wow! Thank you! Just doing what I do :)

[@guillermoramirez26]

Congratulations my friend

[@thumpin_obs8843]

Before and after pictures and great video

[@oralwayne7273]

I WAS HOPING TO SEE THE FINISH PRODUCT HOW IT LOOKS AM THINKING ABOUT LIFTING MINE 3"

[@MegaMilesBen]

I show it at the very end.

[@oralwayne7273]

@@MegaMilesBen I go back and check

[@oralwayne7273]

I like what wheel adapter does to a truck 🛻 mine bounce a little too much in the rear with them.

[@MegaMilesBen]

Wheel spacers, bigger tires and heavier wheels can change the entire aspect of the suspension. You might look at stiffer or adjustable shocks for the rear.

[@MikeBeatzcom]

Great work! I like shops like this and love doubt great quality work.

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you for watching!

[@MikeBeatzcom]

@@MegaMilesBen where are you located at?

[@MegaMilesBen]

@@MikeBeatzcom my shop is in denver co.

[@MikeBeatzcom]

@@MegaMilesBen thanks!

[@Bmorey67]

Do you have any before/after photos or clips of this vehicle

[@MegaMilesBen]

Sorry, no.

[@ivanst-pierre5199]

Great video! Thx for sharing it

[@MegaMilesBen]

Thank you!!

[@joelrheault8910]

No extended bump stops? Also what shocks did they go with on the rear?

[@MegaMilesBen]

Client didn't bring any. I believe they were Monroe.

[@RH-xm2hj]

Awesome video! Do you know what kind of rear shocks and end links were used ?

[@MegaMilesBen]

Monroe rear shocks. Precision sway and stabilizer bar links.

[@oralwayne7273]

GREAT VIDEO anyone should be able to do their truck after watching this 🤜🏾🤛🏾

[@dmane_twino]

Did it level the truck out wit the 3.5 in front and 3 in rear .... Goin for that look I have 3 in rear spacers in 3 in front spacer wat to go 3.5 in front with lifted 3inch spindles and struts so I can clear my bumps stops and center my steering wheel

[@MegaMilesBen]

Seemed to do pretty good to me. My client loves it.

[@dmane_twino]

@@MegaMilesBen thanks bro

[@edwardjackson5169]

Damn I need you to do my 13 Suburban.

[@oralwayne7273]

How about the diff/cv axle did the 3.5 affect them in any way?

[@MegaMilesBen]

I dont think it's giving him any problems. I've seen him since doing the lift and haven't noticed anything either. You might look at a front differential drop kit if that's something that concerns you. Good luck.

[@brandonbusby6108]

What size wheel spacers where used on front and rear?

[@MegaMilesBen]

Believe hes running 1".

[@donniemartin290]

Were there any camber issues ? didn't look like there wasn't any.

[@joelrheault8910]

That's what the new top control arm is for, to help keep caster after lifting. Good to get an alignment after tho

[@MegaMilesBen]

Always get an alignment after any suspension work. Even though it may not feel like it, the alignment still could be off slightly and your tires will show it later. No camber issues. It was taken over to my shop neighbor for an alignment right after.

[@customsolutionsinc]

@@joelrheault8910 so is upper controll arm special for lift? or just the same as oem

[@aziamisrael4152]

Great work, if you don't mind me asking how long did it take you to do it all?

[@MegaMilesBen]

I think this one was around 5 hours or so.

[@aziamisrael4152]

The quick response is greatly appreciated and thank you for the info, and the truck that body style has become my favorite I'm gonna have mines done because of an accident my spine won't allow me..but hope everything for you continues to go well..

[@faridgadimov5955]

Great video! What upper control arm is this?

[@MegaMilesBen]

My clients provide their own parts. I really dont remember the brand on the upper control arms.

[@faridgadimov5955]

@@MegaMilesBen understand.👍

[@coltseavers5183]

I went 1.5 front. 2inch and keep blowing out my rear struts..why is that? I see you didn't use rear strut extenders eather

[@MegaMilesBen]

Make sure youre using lift specific shocks.

[@Dreznik88]

Is that the freedom kit?

[@MegaMilesBen]

My clients provide their own parts. I believe he pieced this one together.

[@Dreznik88]

@@MegaMilesBen if I get 3 in struts for my front of my 2011 Tahoe do I need new sway bars?

[@MegaMilesBen]

@Dreznik88 youll want to do sone research on this. Forums are a great place to start. I would imagine theyd need extensions.

[@oralwayne7273]

Hate those aftermarket upper control arms with the ball joint you cant press in new ball joint.

[@KayLee-bf1re]

What size are those rims and tires

[@MegaMilesBen]

This was about 2 years ago. I really couldnt tell you, sorry.

[@josephstewart5680]

Did you have to do a diff drop?

[@MegaMilesBen]

We did not do a differential drop kit on this.

[@r.t.1942]

How much and where did you get that kiy

[@MegaMilesBen]

My clients provide their own parts. Im sorry.

[@BASSWITHKEV]

Did you have to put in different size shocks,control arms or sway bars?

[@MegaMilesBen]

Everything done is in the video.

[@rockroller541]

Very helpful

[@MegaMilesBen]

Glad to hear! Thank you!

[@jaredmoya2918]

So with the upper control arms and sway bar links, are they “custom” to fit the spacers to not cause the suspension to wear out quickly? Or is it just incase it’s already wore out pretty badly ? I want to do a 2’ or 3’ in front of my 07 Escalade and slap some 22’x12’s forged rims but I don’t want to have to deal with suspension problems every 6 months or so. Is there any way around that problem?

[@MegaMilesBen]

Any chevy lifted over 2 1/2", I highly recommend getting either Forged Upper Control Arms (specific for the height you do) or Upper Control Arms With Adjustable Ball Joints. Otherwise, youll more than likely be fighting alignment issues. Theres many different lifts out there. If your looking for strength, I wouldnt recommend a spacer lift, really. Theres other ones that come with new knuckles, arms and such. Youd have to research more on your wants and needs for the vehicle.

[@Dreznik88]

So I need new control arms if I get a 3 in lift on my Tahoe?

[@Dreznik88]

I wanted the freedom 3 in strut front and 2 in rear spacer kit

[@fernandogodina505]

I drive a tahoe 201, can't I use the rear shock someone to lifte my truck, or bigger rear shock

[@MegaMilesBen]

You'd want to research that. I do believe so.

[@mbuzz2839]

Sr but 3 1/2 to much i know i got one wheels come off the ground soon you hit a bump its hard to change 4x4 axle 3 inch its top i took 1/2" leveling kit out its way better and put 3 inch body kit it will have a real 6 inch lift tho i hate those 3 inch block

[@mbuzz2839]

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[@MegaMilesBen]

My clients provide their own parts. Hes happy with the lift and hasnt mentioned any wheel hop.

[@mbuzz2839]

@@MegaMilesBen when you instaled the 3 inch block was it hard to slide the 1/2 inch leveling it ?? I know mine was terrible i got ruff road over here wheel hope like crazy at 3 inch its good but those axle are a pain to change tho

[@MegaMilesBen]

The 1/2 spacer went on the bottom strut mount if I remember right. This was over a year ago. Id have to watch the video again. Ive seen many many many other cars/trucks since then.

[@MegaMilesBen]

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[@73BLUENOSE12]

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[@eduardomancilla5767]

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[@88zpeedy]

Theres no coil spring insulator

[@MegaMilesBen]

There's both upper and lower isolators. The video might be sped up too much but if you watch closely, you'll see me slip the lower ones on while setting the spacers. As per directions, they go under the spacer.

[@latunguley]

U can not just leave like that show us what it looks like dude!!!!

[@MegaMilesBen]

I do a quick shot at the very end. My older videos were geared more to show some of my work. I didnt expect my channel to pick up at all honestly and wasnt really meant to. I have taken a lot of comments into consideration with my newer videos and am actually still kinda in the middle of doing like a revamp of the way I do videos now. Im in no way a professional video'r lol. Im learning all this as I go.