{"title":"U Basic 2500 Chev Silverado North QLD Build","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNine Inches, Forty-Inch Boots: The North QLD Silverado HD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery Tough Trucks build has a home base, and this one's is Mackay — a long way from the polished showroom floors these trucks roll off in the US, and exactly the kind of place a truck like this actually gets used. Built out of the North QLD workshop, this 2025 Silverado HD isn't dressed up for a car park. It's set up to clear whatever North Queensland throws under it, and to do that legally on Australian roads, which is a harder brief than it sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNine Inches, No Compromised Geometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe lift is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/toughtrucks.com.au\/products\/7-9-inch-premium-lift-kit-with-m84-rr-shocks-2020-2025-silverado-sierra-3500-2wd-4wd\"\u003eMcGaughy's 7\"–9\" kit\u003c\/a\u003e for the 2020–2025+ Silverado\/Sierra HD platform, cranked to the full 9 inches up front. The number gets the attention, but the engineering underneath it is the actual story: a true drop crossmember paired with a taller knuckle keeps the factory steering and CV axle angles where GM intended them, rather than fighting bump steer and driveline vibration the way a cheap block-and-spacer lift would. McGaughy's own compression struts and A-arm support rods triangulate the dropped front crossmembers back to the transmission crossmember, and a 3\/16-inch skid plate sits over the differential for exactly the kind of impact this truck is built to take. Getting from the kit's stock 7 inches to a full 9 up front means adding McGaughy's torsion keys and upper control arms — the difference between a truck that looks lifted and one that's actually been engineered to run that tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eForty Inches of Self-Cleaning Mud Terrain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThat lift and a set of Fuel wheels are what make room for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maxxisrazr.com.au\/razr-mt772\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMaxxis Razr MT\u003c\/a\u003e in a 40-inch fitment — well beyond what the kit's base spec allows for, and a genuine statement about how much this truck has been built around the tyre rather than the tyre being an afterthought. The Razr MT's tread is built to matter off the showroom floor too: deeply sculptured centre blocks for mud traction, razor-stone and mud ejectors to keep the tread self-cleaning instead of packing up solid, and a 3-ply polyester sidewall with dual-core body-ply construction for the puncture and tear resistance a tyre this size needs when it's actually working. It's a mud-terrain built to still behave like a road tyre between the rough stuff — which matters on a truck that has to cover blacktop to get to the tracks worth running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaking It Legal, Not Just Loud\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe part that doesn't show up in a photo is often the part that takes the most work, and that's true here. Getting a US-spec truck's lighting to actually comply with Australian Design Rules means going through the factory light logic — sequencing, flash rates, what's allowed to face forward — and reconnecting it properly rather than just disabling half of it. It's tedious, unglamorous work, and it's also the difference between a truck that's genuinely road legal and one that just looks the part until someone checks. Behind the grille sits a hidden lightbar — tucked out of sight in daylight, doing real work after dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is what a North QLD build looks like when it's done properly: real lift geometry, tyres sized to match it, and the compliance work nobody sees but every inspector checks. Got questions about any of it — drop them below.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"7-9-inch-premium-lift-kit-2019-2025-silverado-sierra-1500-4wd","title":"7-9 Inch Premium Lift Kit 2019-2026 Silverado\/Sierra 1500 4WD - 50797","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform your Silverado or Sierra 1500 with the \u003cb\u003eMcGaughy's 7-9 Inch Premium Lift Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. Precision-engineered and made entirely in the USA, this lift kit delivers exceptional ride quality by optimizing your suspension and steering geometry. No more nose-down stance—this kit ensures a perfectly leveled, aggressive look to match your truck's robust performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafted with durability and fitment in mind, the McGaughy's lift kit includes everything you need for a smooth installation. It enhances both the aesthetics and functionality of your truck, giving you the confidence that every component has been meticulously designed for peak performance. Perfect for truck enthusiasts looking to elevate their ride quality and make a bold statement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides a 7-9 inch lift, ensuring a commanding and leveled stance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered components designed to optimize suspension and steering geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufactured in the USA with high-quality materials for superior durability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift kit comes powder-coated Black w\/ Stainless Steel inserts for Front Crossmember and Compression Struts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes all necessary hardware for a straightforward installation process.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImproves aesthetics while maintaining reliable performance for daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAllows for larger wheels and tires\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKit Includes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Spindles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Front Crossmember\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Rear Crossmember\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Compression Struts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(4) Compression Strut Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Lift Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(4) U-bolts and Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Adjustable Front Struts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Rear Shocks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Tie Rod Ends\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) All Necessary Brake Line Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Differential Drop Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Passenger Side Diff Drop Brace\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Sway Bar Drop Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Skid Plate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(8) Stack-able Leaf Spring Shims\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Leaf Spring Center Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(2) Rear Bump Stops\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Front Drive-Line Spacer w\/Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(1) Front Drive-Line Boot Adaptor w\/Clamp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote\u003c\/b\u003e: Fits AT4 and Trail boss Models. Will Not fit vehicles that are equipped with the single mono leaf Rear suspension. Found on some 2022 and up models. Supplied McGaughy's Brand Front struts, will Not work with factory Multimatic DSSV struts (found on ZR2 and AT4X models). Does not fit 4cyl – 2.7l TURBO models or the 4.3l V6 GAS models. Vehicles equipped with Adaptive Ride Control (ARC), will need additional bracket kit 50799. Lift will Only get to 7 Inch if used on ARC vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGaughy's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53071450013985,"sku":"50797","price":3492.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3703\/4529\/files\/50797-JFGB.jpg?v=1784862838"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3703\/4529\/collections\/778816561_18388644031204765_5325717211806538182_n.jpg?v=1787288454","url":"https:\/\/toughtrucks.com.au\/collections\/u-basic-2500-chev-silverado-north-qld-build.oembed","provider":"Tough Trucks Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}