Sometimes, the manufacturer's creation just doesn't work for you, causing you to customize or modify according to your needs. Maybe you just bought your new jeep or some other 4WD vehicle, and it feels a little low on the road. To add a little bit of height and give it some more aggressive look, you are going to have to install some suspension kits. However, before you do this, there are a few things you should bear mind.

Budget

The first question to ask yourself before installing a lift kit on your vehicle is how much they would cost. 4WD lift kits vary in price depending on their brand, quality, or manufacturer. Therefore, take some time and do some thorough window shopping. You could even shop online. At times, it may be cheaper to import rather than to buy locally. Also, you could consider body lifts. Unlike other lift kits that contain some components, they only consist of spacers and blocks, which make them less expensive.

Apart from that, you also need to take into account the installation costs. Visit your area mechanic, make the relevant enquiries and then compare with the quotations of a few more. However, don't just go for the cheapest; do some research. What you want is quality services at a fair price.

Re-gearing

Another important thing you need to consider is re-gearing. Once you install a lift kit, you will also have to purchase bigger tires. This alters the distance covered per tire rotation and consequently changes the reading of your speedometer. When this happens, you need to adjust the gear ratios so that you can have your mileage back to stock. After considering the costs, do your ratio research and have an experienced technician fix it for you.

Stability and control

According to Physics, the higher the concentration of mass of a body is, the higher its centre of gravity and the less stable it is. Therefore, keep in mind that installing suspension kits raises would make your car a little less stable than it was before. This means that you would have less steering control, especially during sharp turns. Driving at high speeds on rough terrain could also easily cause an accident. When installing those kits, be careful not to lift the car too high. As a solution, you could seek advice from a mechanic for the safest number of inches to raise your vehicle.