Hy-Tech Wheel-Lift Installation (Pickup)

1.) Rear Leaf Springs: We strongly recommend that you increase the number of leafs in the rear main springs before you begin the installation process. In most cases we have found that these additional leafs (Dodge - 4 leafs, Chev. - 3 leafs and Ford - 2 leafs), in addition to an in-cab controlled airbag system, will be adequate in most cases. The use of an airbag system has always proven to be far more effective than additional helper/overload springs.
2.) Remove Bed: Remove rear bumper, disconnect all lights and fuel fill hoses. Remove bed. Measure and note distance between frame rails for future reference.
3.) Remove rear crossmember / spare tire support: Support may be removed by saw cutting or torch cutting, (see figure 3-A). Note: On Dodge trucks, the left rear shock is mounted to the rear crossmember / spare tire support, you must cut rear crossmember / spare tire support, leaving the shock mount portion attached to frame as shown in figure 3-A, you can then reinforce the shock mount if you so desire.
4.) Reinforce Frame: We strongly recommend that you reinforce the rear section of your truck frame. Unless reinforced in strategic places, the pickup frame is more susceptible to bending or breaking. This can be done in a number of ways; (1) flat plating the outside of the frame rails, (2) boxing the frame rails, or (3) double channeling the frame rails. We at Hy-Tech Recovery Equipment Inc. do not claim to be experts at frame reinforcement. When installing lifts at Hy-Tech Recovery Inc. we chose to flat plate the outside of the truck frame rails, (see figure 4-A) This is by no means a statement that it is the only method or the best method. If you prefer a different method of reinforcing your frame, please feel free to do so. Regardless of the method you choose, Hy-Tech Recovery Equipment Inc. will not be liable for any frame damage or damage caused by it, whether you choose to reinforce your frame or not.
5.) Install Airbag System: Since the "airbag" system has been available for light duty trucks, it has been the most effective form of suspension upgrade available. We strongly recommend the use of an "airbag" system to stabilize the rear suspension. Detailed instructions are included with the kit.

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