Eibach Pro Truck Lift Kit Step by Step Install - GMC Sierra
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
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In this video I install the EIbach Pro Truck Lift kit on my 2014 GMC Sierra. The kit includes front struts, springs, and rear shocks. This competes with the Bilstein 5100 kit but excels because Eibach provides a new extended spring to increase lift and performance. The kit is 100% bolt on!
The process of installing these struts and shocks is the same regardless of the manufacturer.
Link to Eibach's site to find the kit for your application (E80-23-006-02-22): eibach.com/us/...
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Overall very happy with how easy the struts and shocks were to install. On the road the truck behaves much better. For the price, you can't beat the kit.
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VERY NICE JOB ON THIS VIDEO. Nice change of pace to see a well done video. You covered all the important points, got to the point. Well done my man. Looking forward to doing mine
Guy Trevaskis made my day!!! Thanks!!!!
Water Fowler 41 do you have to add the 2” rear blocks Or can it be done without adding it? Planing on getting that same setup without the rear blocks..
@@JTrump23 I added the rear block because I wanted to retain some of the rake. If you dont add it, you might have a truck that ends up nose high.
Should of runit at 3rd setting
So you got 2.5 inches taller in the front?
chihuahua8209 yes
Hey I just got this kit and want to move up to the 3.2” setting. I dont want the ride to be crappy. How stiff is the ride at the height you have?
My ride at 2.5" is great and completely practical for a daily driver. At 3" or more you're likely to feel the bumps more. Also, you may want to upgrade your upper control arms, your running out of suspension angle running anything over 3" of lift on stock UCA's
Ya I got some UCA’s and a diff drop already. I might just leave it at stock height with the springs and use a leveling spacer for that extra little bit of lift cause I dont want the ride to be to rough
What happened to your spoiler
Cheyanne Piedra off for now, little change of scenery
One last question did the coil compressor fit on the eibach spring too and did you rent it?
I rented a spring compressor from oreilly's. You have to mount the compressors in the highest position because you need to compress the spring about 1.5". I used a pneumatic driver to the compressor shafts. If you've never dealt with spring compressors I wouldn't advise as it can get kind of hairy. The compressor were bending near the end.
Hey my front struts are not OEM, and the bottom perch is not removable... do you have any suggestions?
Have you tried searching RockAuto?
I installed my eibach 2.0s this weekend and the only thing I un hooked was the swaybar link....no need to go through all the extra work
Did you need to get new upper control arms?
Nope, I never replaced them
Great video!!!! I used your tutorial to perform the exact same setup on my 2018 Silverado. Thank you!
What offset do you have on those wheels? I’m looking at this kit to put a 33x12.50 tire on a 20x10 wheel with -12 offset
Derek Smith 20 mm
its not necessarily better than the bilsteins, bilsteins were originally meant to be used with stock coils with adjustable notches. eibachs are similar. but bilsteins are not in the business of making coils, they do shocks. Eibachs does both. I believe the bilstein coils are even made by eibach. Eibach also makes toytec and wheeler's coil springs. they supply the market. bilstein 5100's do sell more though. Eibachs are good as well.
Nicely done. Those eibach springs are nice and stiff. Installed it on my crossteck. Unfortunately I hired a pro to do it for me. Lol
How much was it?
The website says 1”-3” or lift. So which setting do you have to be on for 2.5” you said the bottom one in the video but it doesn’t match what Eibach is saying
The instructions are not clear. If you are using the Eibach provided spring (which is longer that stock) the bottom setting will result in 2.5" of lift up front. Lift increase as you go to the higher settings (move the ring up the strut body).
If you are NOT using the Eibach springs and reusing your stock springs, the lowest setting I believe retains the stock height. I also believe in this application you can max out at 3" of lift while keeping the OEM springs.
All in all, the Eibach spring is longer and it in and of itself provides some lift. Like I said the instructions are confusing and took some monkeying around to figure out exactly what setting I needed. Best to call Eibach and ask them.
Okay perfect, I plan on getting the new spring and shocks. I will double check with Eibach but what you have said makes sense
Thanks for doing this vid, really help out with my install. Impressed with the Eibachs.
Henry Forcadilla glad I was able to help!!!!
Hey bud, why add the block in the rear? Thank you, Rob.
So I retained some rake when I lifted the front
Factory shocks are no rebound shocks. They are basically oil filled tubes to control the spring. It wasn’t blown. Still worth the upgrade though. I want to replace my rancho’s with this setup.
Finesse_Angler the blown shock was leaking oil, the other OEM shock returned to its original length. Rear shock was blown.
What’s the size of the tire and rim bro?
Those are 33’s Falken AT3w tires on 20” Fuel Trophy’s
I can't find this kit. The link in the description doesn't go to the kit. Care to share a direct link where you bought the kit from?
Here you go: eibach.com/us/2260/E80-23-006-02-22-CHEVROLET-Silverado-1500-pro-truck-lift-system
I was really considering this kit, but I’ve been hearing mixed opinions on the ride quality. At your current setup how is your ride? Is it too stiff or is is pretty close to factory ? Much appreciated
Jagtar Thiara compared to stock, the eibach kit on my truck is great. Nice firm ride.
Water Fowler 41 ok and what setting on the shock are you currently running?
Jagtar Thiara second ring.
@@WaterFowler41 I thought you set it at the lowest setting? Did it settle and you had to increase the height and move it to the 2nd ring?
I am confused as well, did you use the lowest notch for the 2.5" or the second from the bottom.
Would this look ridiculous running on the lowest setting with 265/65/18's until I could get new rims and tires?
It might, this is a "big lift" for that small of a tire. 33's is the smallest I would run with a 2.5"+ lift.
Water Fowler 41 thank you for the reply!
how was the overall install? Contemplating on installing them myself or having a shop do it. Any estimate on what a shop cost would be for install?
vas1012 I’m not sure what a shop would charge for this but if you’ve never used spring compressors I would probably outsource it to the pros. Here’s my step by step write up. Again if you are comfortable around springs compressors, it’s an easy job but if this will be your first time using them, best you leave it to the pros.
www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/214698-eibach-pro-truck-lift-kit-installed-step-by-step-of-install/
I sourced all my parts and the shop I am using quoted me 250-300 for the install.
vas1012 what did you end up doing
@@gregoryc1648 what did the kit consist of
Good Stuff, I might just consider Eibach instead of Bilstein 5100 after using them (maxed out) for my last truck! Does the truck ride better with Eibach Coilsprings + Lowest Setting Strut OR Maxed Out Strut and Stock Coils? and is it noticeably different? Im not too familiar if these coils are firm or not?
I never ran the strut maxed out without the Eibach springs so can’t comment on that but compared to stock struts with spacers the truck felt awesome with the Eibach kit.
I had ther 5100's and stock coils, the Eibach kit rides better & greater travel in the front, so great improvement. Definitely recommend.
I’ve been watching your video a fair bit, thank you it helps for sure! Can I ask what size tires your using on the lift?
-Rob
Hey Rob, the tires on the gmc were Falken at3w 33’s
Love that color
It really grew on me when I had the truck
Awesome install video man. Anyway, which type of coil springs did you use? Thanks!
The ones that came with the Eibach kit
Thank you for the video!! Cleared a lot of things up!
Glad it helped!
Great video. How are your ball joint angles? Eibach claims they keep all angles to original spec. Is this true? Thanks
j b I’m still using OEM UCAs with no issues
Very nice video. Thank you .
Good job on this.Appreciated this video. Saved me a bit going in knowing what to expect ahead of time. The instructions or lack there of left a lot to assume or figure out. Fyi anyone doing this kit. You do not need to take that bump stop plate off old strut. The piece you have to pop off to get perch off. Do the upper control arms if stamped steel. Either aftermarket or factory aluminum.Typing this while at alignment shop. I will say test drive and drive to shop so far more planted and we’ll tuned to road. Definitely not too stiff staying on the bottom setting.
How close is the upper control arm to the bump stop? I have Ready lift upper control arms but they are a little bit thicker than stocks and I wasn't wanting to cut off the bump stops. Thanks
JT C I have about a half inch between UCA and bump stop
Thank you so much for this video, it's honestly one of the best tutorials out there. Going to be doing my 17 Silverado soon.
Thank you!
Hey man, just wanted to give you a shout out and a big thank you for this video!! I am no mechanic but I was able to do the exact same setup on my 15 silverado using this video and the instructions you posted. Springs were the hardest part obviously but I was able to get it done with minimal help!
Thanks again!!
Awesome, thanks so much!!! The springs in the kit are no joke and it takes some messing around to get them compressed enough to fit the new struts.
Glad to hear the video helped!
How’s the fronts holding up WaterFowler 41 no problems yet🤔
I had to have one strut replaced under warranty. The internal valves failed. But other wise had them in the truck until I traded them in.
Would you recommend swapping out UCA for help with alignment and or to create more distance from bump stop? Just bought this for my 18 Silverado, waiting to install because I'm considering UCA upgrade.
If you have extra $$ then yes! Lifts/levels will wear out stock components eventually, if you can get ahead of the game and replace with a quality UCA then you are ahead of the curve! This way you only need to tear into everything once.
@@WaterFowler41 Yea, that's what came to mind. Have you swapped yours and or have you had any issues with the lift if you haven't swapped? The truck is pretty planted and level? Thanks for the info.
Joe Geiger yup very planted no issues BUT it’s a 2.5” lift on otherwise factory component, eventually something’s gotta give.
From a price perspective the rough country UCAs perked my interested but there’s so many other options out there. Gotta start doing my homework.
@@WaterFowler41 Ya, that makes since. I've just been reading different forums about some of the ACUs out there rubbing. I'll also do some homework myself. Let me know what ya find brother, thanks again.
@@Joesg33 what was your end result
What brand of rear diff cover is that and where did you purchase it?
The cover is from PML Inc. Here's my install of it:
ua-cam.com/video/A0l-qiT5NaY/v-deo.html
I installed this on the same year silverado after a year. the passenger side failed, and leaked out all of its oil. I thought eibach were supposed to be quality upgrades. Oem ones hung out 5 years before I switched.
Eibach has a great warranty, what did their root cause analysis come up when you sent the failed strut in for inspection/replacement?
How's the ride quality?
chihuahua8209 truck feels great, planted on the road! Kit had an impressive amount of sway reduction. Definitely a worthwhile upgrade in my opinion.
@@WaterFowler41 I'm getting this kit ,I want front only
I already have the bilstein 5100 series with the adjustable strut on the front with OEM springs...
My question is can I add the eibach springs with the bilstein 5100 adjustable struts?.
l Pronox i don’t know if you’ll get much more lift, I believe the bilsteins top out at 1.875” I could be wrong though, best to call bilstein
Great video, but why did you completely skip the assembly of the spring, boot, etc? :(
Draw the line ont he assembly, remove from the factory strut and reinstall on the Eibachs.
Great video, helped me decide to purchase the same kit. Thanks!
What size tires & wheel offset are you running?
This was so long ago man I apologize I am not really sure what size tires these were.
@@WaterFowler41 well, looked good!
I also have a two and a half inch level front end all I need now is to get the rake back and the rear helps with hauling
Jevon Shepherd I agree 100% for looks the level look is great but from a functional stand point, need that rake
How much did you spend on this set up?
chihuahua8209 at the end of the day with the rough country blocks and alignment about $700
Awesome video. Can I ask what spring compressors you used? Maybe I missed it in the video. This will be my first time using compressors. If I leave it to the pros this time, then next time will still be my first time using compressors... Lol
I hear you, go to your auto parts store and ask for McPherson strut compressors.
They look like these: www.autozone.com/test-scan-and-specialty-tools/strut-coil-compressor/oemtools-25550-macpherson-strut-spring-compressor/70135_0_0?spps.s=3181&cmpid=LIA:US:EN:AD:NL:1000000:TLS:71700000060668368&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6t6ABhDMARIsAONIYyzPPWz1kAtqmQxdeFdCU4X-rKnrY5rHDn4rDiuEtcdjvdmlUnSah08aAj--EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
@@WaterFowler41 Thank you sir! Any other quick tips for compressing the Eibach springs?
Be patient and don’t rush it, most importantly, have fun!!!
@@WaterFowler41 Any chance you know the torque specs for the king nut?
40 ft lbs I think but you should double check that
This was a very informative video. Thanks for this. 😎
It's a shame you know longer have the truck, though. I would have liked to have heard a longterm review. I came across this video while looking for reviews on the bilstein 6112 and leveled Sierras.
I'm honestly uncertain now of what to get...6112 or this kit you had. I want to level my new-to-me truck. I had the bilstein 5100 on my previous Sierra, one notch down from the max setting. It still had a rake, but not doing a nosedive like before.
For this new Sierra I want it level. Will 1.875 not accomplish that goal? I do not plan to replace the stock block, only replace the shocks ranchos with 5100s.
As for tire size, I'd like to fit 275/65/20. I'm not sure if 1.875 will be enough even after using zipties to pull the liner back.
If anyone answers, thank you!
at 1.8" you will not be level which is the biggest and only complaint with the bils systems. Seems 2-2.25" is the best to level these GM trucks which Eibach will be able to net you.
As far as bils versus Eibach, the 6112's are 2.5"
wide shock bodies so if you are seriously off-roading that would be the way to go since you will avoid oil fatigue. I was very happy with my eibachs having only "really" beat on them a few times. they performed well.
I had to replace one of my eibach struts under warranty (internal valving failed) but other than that, the eibachs performed well and I had no complaints.
@@WaterFowler41
I ordered this kit.
EIB-E80-23-006-02-22
I've tried the hockey puck spacer lift and hated it. Tried bilstein 5100s and was satisfied with the ride, but it was still noticeably lower in the front.
And now I'll give these guys a try. According to the eibach website, this kit is meant for 2wd. You installed it though, and according to realtruck.com it fits my 2015 Sierra 4x4.
Any thoughts?
Actually the more I look onto it it doesn't make sense. All other websites say the same thing, that it fits and works on my truck. Maybe eibach says no because of the UCAs are angled too much and they have no inhouse fix?
Should I order some UCAs, and if so which ones would you recommend?
I’d contact eibach I don’t want to steer you the wrong direction here. I did not replace my UCAs and never had an issue with them.
@@WaterFowler41
I need your help with something I'm having trouble with. I got the eibach set put in and everything is looking great and almost operating as it should.
What I'm noticing now going over speed bumps is a metal on metal clunk sound coming from the rear. You'd think the truck was separating from the sound of it. Is something loose or are the shocks bottoming out?
Just purchased a 2018 with this setup and its so bouncy. Any ideas?
No idea this is a pretty firm kit. Does your truck also have the eibach (silver) springs?
Can 285/75r16 fit on that kit ? Or 305/70r16
That I do not know. You’ll have to check out the truck groups and see what others have fit
I saw your post on GM trucks about the noise you were having with this set up, I have the exact same noise and can’t figure it out. I did the same thing you did with swapping struts and the noise followed. What ended up happening with that? Did Eibach warranty these?
Yup Eibach replaced the strut, valving issue inside the strut.
Getting this set up next week on 2015 Silverado; do you recommend replacing the upper control arms? I have the cast steel if that matters
Bradley Hardesty if you have the $$ now it’s definitely worth it. You’ll end up having to replace them down the road anyways since lifts put more stress on control arms, might as well do it while you’re digging into everything.
@@WaterFowler41 any issues till this day? Do you have issues with tire wear or your “tow” on the alignment? I want to do this also but I to thought replacing the upper control arm was recommended. Thanks
I don’t have the truck anymore but never had an issue maintaining alignment. I also had my factory UCAs still and no issues.
@@WaterFowler41 thank you for your feedback 👍🏼
Hey bud, sorry to bother you, I know you no longer have the truck; I just wanted to ask a another question.
Would installing both the factory and new Rough County 2” blocks be a bad thing for the truck/shock?
I would buy a 3” block from RC. Stacking blocks is a bad idea. A 3” block isn’t that much more than the 2”
@@WaterFowler41 Thank you, just ordered one. I thought the 2” block would of been manageable, however the Eibach 2.0 coilovers come in set way higher than I expected. Thanks again!
If u want better handling and better ride comfort. I’d recommend blisstine shock.
eugene gutierrez the Eibachs gave me a higher lift than the bilsteins.
I know u don’t have that truck anymore but but which one u like better eibach or bilstein 5100 on ur rebel and what’s the difference?
Really liked the eibach kit as far as replacements for factory
Cuz I’m in the middle of a pick of the eibach or bilstein 5100 for my ram
Go eibach
If I go with eibach E60 27 011 03 10 and set it at 1.8” lift plus I have the off road package with 1” lift from factory will that be a true 2” lift when I use my oe springs
Just bcuz shock doesnt rebound doesnt mean its blown, depends on design of shock
Not too sure about stiff springs, I was under impression softer spring rate with better dampening in shock is better solution, not other way around
Can you choose what spring rate you want with kit or is it std per application ?
Kirk Dunn no choice on spring rate.
Great video man! I have to ask, does your washer or how you said, the little plate, make some chain like noise as if it is loose. Because my setup makes a little noise like that.
Nope it did not, when you install it you need to make sure it’s tapped down all the way. I believe it’s called a jounce cap.
Quick question are the front springs close to the upper arms I just installed but feel like they are extremely close to the arms
bigboix369 mine are not but i have the aluminum UCAs. If you have stamped steel they may be close. Make sure everything is clocked correctly I.e. the top mount, spring mount, spring, etc.
The video was really great. Thank you for all of the information. One question that I have is, do you need to chance out the U bolts when adding the 2" rear blocks from Rough Country?
Your supposed to, the kit comes with the new hardware, not sure why you wouldn’t use it. U-bolts do stretch out over time so best to replace when adding the new blocks.
Can I add 2 in spacers to the front struts I want mine at 4-4.5 in lift I have a 2014 Silverado
Jose Gamez you would need new UCAs and a larger differ drop to accommodate that so your better off getting a real life kit at that point.
Why would you loosen the tie rod? That was unnecessary
The Tatted Dad i didn’t loosen it, i popped it out of the hub. Doing this gives you more play to pull the hub assembly down to fit the strut in. I suppose you could leave it attached but I was installing these by myself and wanted all the play I could get.
So how do you like them after a couple years now? I'm about to pull the trigger on this same setup but adding a diff drop and upper arms up front.
I love them up to when I traded this truck in. The eibachs were awesome!
@@WaterFowler41 how long did you have them before you traded it?
Do I need the new rear block for the shocks or can I keep it stock?
You may be a bit noise high without adding a larger rear block.
Great video! Looking seriously at this kit for my build but undecided on rear blocks...stock, 1.5", or 2" as you did. Do you have an Instagram (or other social media) to see more pictures at different angles of your truck?
Instagram is @waterfowler_41
I posted a pic a few months ago showing the angle of my UCA and CV, let me know if you want any specifics pictures of the assembly.
Tyson Settle how’d yours come out? Did you stay stock in the rear or did you decide to change?
@@bludragontruck9743 Ended up doing Fox 2.5 coilovers in the front with Dirt King UCA's, and Fox 2.0 shocks and stock height in the rear. Coilovers were installed at the height set from factory, they claim 2.5" height but mine came out to 3". @tysondale84 on Instagram.
@@tysonsettle3177 I’m thinking a similar route. Just trying to find the right way, I try short cuts and end up with bad results most of the time.
@@tysonsettle3177 what did you end up spending if you don’t mind me asking.
So you used the springs and the strut clip 2nd notch from the bottom?
ncurc 97 yup, if I recall correctly, second notching got me to 2.5” lift up front. Any more and you run into upper control arm issues
@@WaterFowler41 thanks for the quick reply, as long as the ride isn't to stiff, I will look into these
Great video...where did you purchase and what was the cost minus the 2" block. Thank you
How long did it take to settle in??? Because I'm at 3inch still..
Duy Tran a month or 2 of driving and I was at a “final” height
@@WaterFowler41 dam.. a month or 2.. what height you at now?
Duy Tran last time I measured the truck I was about 2 5/8. Sold the truck back I December so no longer have access to it.
@@WaterFowler41 dont blamed you GM made truck like shit.. mine started having alot problems.. and GM Warranty sucks..
Hi thank you for answering they were no problems with it? I was looking to buy one thanks
Cheyanne Piedra nope just like to change things up occasionally.
What size square u bolts did you use?
agustin rosales off hand I don’t know they came with the rear blocks from Rough country. I’m sure you can call and ask them. They were super helpful.
My question is?.. does it sit the same height as it did with the previous spacer in front?
J P’s mix nope, half inch higher in front
Water Fowler 41 looks like a sweet setup just wish I could see more angles of truck to help lighten my wallet hehe
J P’s mix hit up my Instagram, got a bunch of pictures there @waterfowler_41
I know this video was posted a while ago, but how are these doing for you over a year later? Also, since the spring allows for some lift do you think these are a better option to lift the front 2.5" than putting Bilstein 5100 at max height (2.5") with stock springs?
Jacob Krueger in my opinion if you are lifting beyond the 1.8” bilsteins can do then yes this is a great option. I had these on my truck up until I traded it in. Hoping there’s a Eibach kit for my Rebel because i was a huge fan of this kit.
@@WaterFowler41 ok thanks for the response. I'll be buying some soon.
@@WaterFowler41 for some reason it's almost $200 cheaper for me to get the Bilstein 5100 shocks and struts and then buy the eibach coils separate. Do you think the Bilsteins paired with the 2.75" eibachs would essentially be the same setup as the eibach kit? I have heard the bilstein 5100 and eibach struts are essentially the same.
Jacob Krueger bilsteins won’t lift above 1.85” up front.
@@WaterFowler41 but I'm saying if I set them at 0 and use the eibach 2.75" coils. Just like the eibach kit does. Would that be relatively the same you think?
What size are your tires and rims?
darwin medrano fuel trophy 20x9 wheels with 275/60-20 Falken AT3W
Water Fowler 41 thanks
darwin medrano no problemo, thanks for watching!
Water Fowler 41 what offset are your wheels
Jeff Liebel 20mm
I want to do this but I really don’t wanna spend 150 on an alignment😬
Gotta pay to play my man! Once you start tinkering with the suspension, its time for an alignment.
Water Fowler 41 yes I know I just did my leveling kit like 2 months ago just don’t wanna get another alignment 2 months later😂😂