OVERVIEW:
The ICON 2011-2016 Chevy/GMC 2500HD/3500 6-8" Stage 2 Torsion Drop Suspension System was engineered to offer superior ride quality, performance, component protection, and reliability all in one complete package. With over a year of development and testing our suspension system is sure to perform with the best on or off-road handling and drivability. System components and features include a heavy duty boxed sub-frame with integrated differential and transmission skid plates, precision CNC machined cast iron spindle knuckles, adjustable lift height, V.S. 2.5 Series piggyback shocks front & rear, rear lift blocks w/ built in bump stops, all Made in the USA. The Stage 2 GM 2500HD/3500 6-8" system upgrades the smooth body shocks to V.S. 2.5 Series piggyback reservoir shocks giving you superior overall performance & handling compared to any other available suspension.
KEY FEATURES:
- Heavy duty boxed sub-frame with integrated diff and transmission skid plates
- Precision CNC machined cast iron spindle knuckles
- Fits 2WD & 4WD models
- 6-8 Adjustable lift height
- V.S. 2.5 Series Piggyback front and rear shocks
- Improved drivability and handling over stock
- Complies with GM Stabilitrak system
- ICON high quality fit, appearance and improved suspension function
- Retains factory track width when high offset wheels are used
- 2.5" Series piggyback rear shocks and uniball upper control arms available
- Made in the USA
- Lifetime warranty on ICON fabricated non serviceable components
TECH INFO:
- Fits 2WD & 4WD applications
- Front drive shaft & shift linkage brackets recommended for vehicles with 4WD that will be operated at highway speeds of 15 MPH or more (Part #78705, 78706, 78708)
- 2016 models that opt for the double cardan driveshaft option (Part #78705, 78706) require transmission shift link arm (Part #78712) IN ADDITION TO linkage kit (Part #78708)
WHEEL & TIRE FITMENT INFO:
OEM Wheels & Tires: Yes
Aftermarket Wheels: 17-18" w/ up to 5.5" Backspace, 20"+ w/ up to 5.75-6" Backspace (pending wheel make)
Aftermarket Tires: 35" when lifted at 6-7", 37" when lifted to 8"(minor trimming required)
SYSTEM COMPONENTS:
78700 (QTY.1) | 2011-2016 Chevy & GMC 2500HD/3500 - Subframe Box Kit - Front/Rear Subframes, Transmission and Diff Skids Diff Drops & Hardware / Blocks and Ubolts
78702 (QTY.1) | 2011-2016 Chevy & GMC 2500HD / 3500 - Torsion Drop / Bump Stop Kit
77736P (QTY.1) | 2011-2016 GM 2500HD / 3500, 2.5 Series Piggyback Front Shock, Stock UCA (Pair)
77727P (QTY.1) | 2001-2016 GM 2500HD / 3500, 2.5 Series Piggyback Rear Shock (Pair)
OPTIONS:
78500 | 2011-2016 Chevy 2500HD 2WD & 4WD Uniball Upper Control Arms
191011 | Tubular Uniball Upper Control Arm Cover Caps
78704 | 2011-2016 Chevrolet 2500HD - Front Skid Plate System
78705* | 2001-2016 Chevrolet 2500HD - Front CV Drive Shaft - Allison Transmission
78706* | 2001-2016 Chevrolet 2500HD - Front CV Drive Shaft - 4L80E / 4L90E Transmission
78707 | 2011-2016 Chevrolet 2500HD - Steel Braided Brakeline Kit - 6-8" Lift Kit
78708 | 2007-2016 Chevrolet 2500HD - Transmission Shift Linkage Relocation Bracket Kit
* (2007-2016 models require Part #78708 for use of this part)