Overview
The Rough Country 501063 is a 2 inch lifted N3 strut for the 2014 to 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500. It is a direct fit for the front position. The strut is nitrogen charged and replaces the factory strut on the listed trucks.
A lift strut raises the front end by replacing the factory strut assembly rather than adding a spacer on top of it. The N3 strut keeps a smooth, factory-like ride while adding ride height, and it is tuned for its intended application so handling stays consistent.
The strut uses a massive bore and a chrome hardened piston rod, with a leak-proof piston seal for durability. The variable dampening system provides control on different road surfaces, and the strut improves tire contact with the road for added stability.
Key features
- 2 inch front lift from a complete lifted strut
- Nitrogen charged design
- Pre-loaded coil for quick installation
- Massive bore and chrome hardened piston rod
- Leak-proof piston seal
- Variable dampening system
Before you buy
Front struts carry the weight of the front end and control how the suspension moves over bumps, under braking and through corners. When a lift strut replaces the factory unit, the new assembly takes over that job, so its ride quality and damping matter as much as its height. Many shoppers compare how a strut feels on pavement, since the same unit also handles rough trail sections.
Because the spring and strut are replaced together, check whether the truck already has a spacer, a leveling kit or aftermarket shocks that could conflict with the new unit. Front alignment is usually needed after a front lift, and related parts such as sway bar links, brake lines and the driveline angle are often inspected at the same time.
After installation, re-check the strut mounting hardware after the first few drives and look over the boot and seals from time to time for leaks or damage. Signs that a strut is wearing include bouncing after bumps, nose dive under braking and uneven front tire wear.
Specifications
| Brand | Rough Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | 501063 |
| Product type | Lifted N3 strut |
| Lift height | 2 inches, per the title |
| Charge | Nitrogen charged |
| Coil | Pre-loaded |
| Warranty | 3-year Limited Warranty |
| Position | Front |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
| Vehicle | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2014 to 2018 |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2014 to 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in the Custom, High Country, LS, LT, LTZ, SSV and WT trims, and the 2014 to 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 in the Base, Denali, SLE and SLT trims.
Other model years and the 2019 and later GM 1500 trucks are not on the list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The strut cannot be installed together with a strut spacer, so any spacer must come out before it goes in. The factory strut is removed and this unit installed in its place, with no strut disassembly.
What’s included
The product is a single lifted front strut with its pre-loaded coil. It carries a 3-year Limited Warranty.
