regular lift or SAS?

[davis_john5]

i was just wondering if anyone has ever installed a 6-7.5 inch Suspension System with Superide Shocks by Superlift or similar at home? if so how difficult was it? and if not how much would it cost to install by a pro?(the one i have now i bought as is)

also instead of that i was thinking about doing a SAS.
a lift for the rear is easy, im just worried about the front. any opinions, thoughts, gripes, moans, complaints or ideas are welcome

also which would be easier?

and to be more specific. but i dont need specifics, just opinions on similar products
Vehicle : 2003 Chevy 2500HD LS (yes i have two of the exact same truck, my wife loved mine and bought one)
SAS : http://www.offroadunlimited.com/orustore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=1135&idproduct=10747
Superlift: http://www.4wheelparts.com/Lift-Kits-Suspensions-and-Shocks/6-7-5-inch-Suspension-System-with-Superide-Shocks-by-Superlift.aspx?t_c=1&t_s=38&t_pt=3533&t_pl=3937&t_pn=SUPK309

[JohnnyRingo]

If your asking which is easier to install you don't need a SAS. Go with the bolt on kit.

[funinmud]

Do you plan to actually beat on it?

If so SAS!!
I did the IFS lift on my 98 in my driveway and will now be doing a SAS in the driveway. Have a compressor and if needed some torches but no nice shop.

[ashworth]

if you're on the fence about needing a SAS, the you probably don't. if all you want is bigger tires and more ground clearance, save yourself some cash and a headache and get an IFS lift.

[davis_john5]

the question which is easier was just a off topic question, but yea i plan on muddin with it eventually, and u never really know whats at the bottom of those pits... but sas would be better then?

[speedjunkie]

Does she want one like you? Does yours do what you want?

[891TON]

You are comparing apples and oranges. To summarize because I dont think you got the above hints, if you don't know the extremes of the differences-- stop wasting your time even considering a SAS. Its not done to make your truck higher, or look cooler. Its done for one purpose, to hold up to the abuse of fourwheeling. Mud is not going to break your IFS unless you drive like a total idiot or want to run 44's.

[ashworth]

If the truck you're talking about is the one pictures in your signature, dance with the girl you brought. If you can't get it done with 12" of lift and 38" tires...

Mud it as it is for a little bit and adjust fire from there.

Being a little worried about what's at the bottom of the mud hole is part of the fun. Get a winch.

[sparg93]

the question which is easier was just a off topic question, but yea i plan on muddin with it eventually, and u never really know whats at the bottom of those pits... but sas would be better then?

Davis - just to give us all some more info...what do you plan on doing with this rig? How often do you plan on wheelin and when you go out, are you hard on the throttle or take it easy? What terrain are you typically hitting around home?

I personally have a '99 Tahoe and chose to retain the IFS; I've taken this truck through sand/mud/rocks and never snapped a component of the IFS. BUT, when I wheel up steep hills or rocks, I'm light on the throttle and have never had a problem. I also have 33's so the abuse on my IFS is nowhere near someone running 37"+

Some other examples - IFS is great on sand and high speed sections (check out prerunners), but having two lockers up a steep climb with rocks is incredibly helpful.

If you do go with a SFA, a really nice perk is the ability to add that second locker....if I add a SFA, that would be a big reason for me to go that route.

[sparg93]

If the truck you're talking about is the one pictures in your signature, dance with the girl you brought. If you can't get it done with 12" of lift and 38" tires...

Mud it as it is for a little bit and adjust fire from there.

Being a little worried about what's at the bottom of the mud hole is part of the fun. Get a winch.

forgot to x2 this - run your rig as-is before plunking down tons of $$ - you will definitely know then which route to go!!