3.5 Inch Lift Kit | Forged Uca | Vertex | Chevy/gmc 1500 (07-16)

Built for Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 owners who want real ground clearance and trail-ready suspension geometry, this 3.5-inch lift kit pairs forged upper control arms with Vertex shocks to deliver 33"–35" tire clearance while maintaining optimized axle angles. The included differential drops preserve driveline geometry, reducing wear on critical components.

Installed and serviced at Road Runner Wheels & Tires. Most lift kits go in the same day. Call (678) 400-6467 to schedule.

What's included

• 3.5" Kit Box — The complete suspension system engineered for your Silverado or Sierra 1500 platform.
• Forged Upper Control Arms with POM Ball Joints — Pre-installed ball joints with low-friction design for maximum wheel articulation and simplified installation; available in standard or red finish for added style.
• Vertex 2.5 Adjustable Front Shocks (qty 2) — Nitrogen-charged reservoir shocks tuned for your 3.5-inch lift height, balancing ride comfort and off-road performance.
• Vertex 2.5 Rear Shocks (qty 2) — Matched rear units designed to work across 2"–3.5" lift configurations.
• Differential Drop Brackets — Maintain proper axle geometry to reduce component wear and preserve driveline longevity.
• Heavy-Duty Steel Rear Lift Blocks — Fabricated steel construction provides superior strength and durability compared to cast alternatives.

Important notes

• This kit requires cutting and grinding during installation.
• Control arm material matters: Fits models with cast aluminum or cast steel factory control arms only. Does not fit models with factory stamped steel control arms — use Rough Country's 3.5" knuckle kit for those applications.
• Does not fit 2014–2016 Denali models equipped with Magnetic Ride Control.
• Does not fit models with eAssist (ECO Hybrid) package due to additional drivetrain components and sensor placement.
• Front differentials equipped with a mass damper must be removed to ensure adequate clearance when lowering the differential.
• Models retaining factory wheels are advised to run no wider than 11.5" tire width. A 0.25" wheel spacer (SKU 1065) is recommended for additional clearance on aggressive sidewall tires or if keeping factory wheels.

Why customers pick this at Road Runner

• Forged control arms with pre-installed ball joints save installation time and deliver years of articulation without maintenance.
• Included differential drops correct geometry after lift — no compromise on driveline wear or performance.
• Vertex shocks come pre-tuned for your 3.5-inch height, balancing trail comfort with highway manners.
• Heavy-duty fabricated steel rear blocks withstand repeated off-road use far better than cast alternatives.
• Professional alignment performed in-house as part of every lift install keeps your truck tracking straight.
• Rough Country lifetime warranty backed locally — we stand behind every kit we install.

Ready to build it? Call (678) 400-6467. Hablamos Español.