Customize Your Vehicle With Body Lift Kits in Hudson, WI

Installing a body lift kit on your vehicle will raise the body of the vehicle away from the frame. This gives you the room to add custom wheels and tires larger than the factory wheels and tires. Most body lifting kits can give you about three inches of additional lift. If you want to fully customize your vehicle, a body lift kit is essential. At Tire Pros & Wheel Experts, we install body lift kits in Hudson and Stillwater, MN, to enhance vehicle aesthetics and performance. Call us to schedule a consultation to discuss your options for a lift kit.

Understanding Body Lifting Kits

Adding customized features to your vehicle can enhance its performance, drive feel, value, and appearance. Our team will work closely with you to determine if installing a body lift kit, like a Ready Lift leveling kit, is right for you. A body lift can raise the body of your vehicle from the frame and create additional space between the vehicle's wheel well and hubs. This allows you to install larger wheels and tires. You can typically get up to three inches of additional lift by installing a body lift.

Benefits of Installing a Body Lift Kit

Installing a body lift kit gives you the opportunity to explore a lot more customization options for your vehicle. Lift kits are a fast, inexpensive method for adding height to your vehicle without needing to alter the drivetrain or steering components. The biggest benefits of investing in a body lift kit installation are:

• Inexpensive way to begin the customization process for your vehicle.
• You can add up to three inches of height.
• You won’t affect the vehicle’s handling.
• Original suspension components remain the same.
• You won’t need to upgrade the vehicle’s drivetrain or steering components.
• Your vehicle’s traction will be improved.
• You will have increased ground clearance, and you'll be less likely to bottom out.
• It will be easier to access your vehicle’s undercarriage.

Understanding the Different Types of Body Lift Kits

There are different types of body lift kits available. The one you choose will depend on how you plan on customizing your vehicle, as well as the type of vehicle you have, how old it is, and what make and model it is. Body lift kits are appropriate for body-on-frame or ladder-frame trucks and SUVs. They can’t be installed on unibody trucks. Our team of experienced auto technicians can help you determine which type of body lift kit is right for your vehicle:

• Leveling Kits - Leveling kits allow you to fully utilize your vehicle's factory components. They are cost-effective and easy to install and can usually add an extra inch or two. This is the perfect option for someone who uses their vehicle as their primary mode of transportation and doesn’t do a lot of off-roading.
• Coil-Overs – Coil-overs are more expensive but offer more customization options. They can add two or three inches of lift and integrate into your suspension system. This offers added control for your vehicle if you do a lot of off-roading.
• Drop-Down – A drop-down lift can add three to six inches of lift and typically requires some upgrades to your vehicle’s suspension system; however, it still isn’t considered a suspension lift.

Preparing for the Body Lift Kit Installation Process

Before we install a body lift kit, our team will do a full inspection of your vehicle to make sure it doesn’t have any problems that would affect the installation process or the safety of your vehicle. We will measure your vehicle at key points and measure the vehicle's alignment. We will disconnect the vehicle battery, raise your vehicle with our floor jack, and remove the front wheels and tires. We may need to make minor modifications, such as drilling holes in your vehicle. After installing the body lift, we will perform a wheel alignment and retorque all suspension components. We will conduct a thorough post-installation inspection to make sure everything is working properly, and your vehicle is safe to drive. In most cases, the body lift installation process takes two to three hours.

Body vs Suspension Lift Kits

A body lift kit does not require you to change or alter your vehicle's suspension system. This means you can preserve your vehicle's factory state, including handling and ride feel. A lift kit will provide minimal additional ground clearance without the installation of larger tires and wheels. A suspension lift kit will raise the frame and body of your vehicle by adjusting the length of the shocks and springs. This offers a greater ground clearance, from two to 12 inches in height. You will be able to customize your vehicle with even larger wheels and tires. Suspension lift kits are more expensive, however, and require altering the suspension and steering on your vehicle. You may also need to install a new driveshaft, brake lines, exhaust pipe, and control arms.

Why Choose Tire Pros & Wheel Experts

At Tire Pros & Wheel Experts, we are a locally owned and operated auto service center that specializes in preventive maintenance, vehicle customization and accessories, custom tire and wheel packages, lift kits, and more. We have extensive experience, and each team member is ASE certified. We offer the best prices and the highest quality workmanship and parts in the area.

Make an Appointment for a Lift Kit

If you’re ready to explore your vehicle customization options, call us today or contact us online to make an appointment for a lift kit in Hudson, WI, or Stillwater, MN. Our team will thoroughly inspect your vehicle and recommend which type of lift kit is right for you.