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2027 with 2.5” truxxx lift, 265/65/18”
- Thread author Lotus24
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Welcome to the forum..
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Looks pretty damn good..
Thanks so much for doing this and posting the Pics. I am considering doing the same. Can you compare the ride before and after the lift?
I can’t tell a difference on the ride at all.
I’m super surprised because I assumed I would be sacrificing comfort for the look.
This is my first unibody vehicle and I’m just amazed with the ride to begin with…
Thanks for the reply. Your truck is the bomb!
chickdr
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I wonder what the dealer will say as far as warranty if something comes up. I understand Kia is pretty bad about blaming failures on mods.
There have been countless lawsuits. The dealer has to prove the issue/damage was caused by the mod.
chickdr
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But then you have to go through the process of a lawsuit if they deny it....
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975 (15 U.S.C. § 2301 et seq.) is the federal law that prohibits manufacturers from voiding a warranty or denying claims simply because aftermarket parts were used or modifications were made. A manufacturer can only deny a warranty claim if they prove a specific modification caused the malfunction.
chickdr
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Completely aware of the act. That doesn't stop Kia from denying the claim and making you fight for it, which will cost you money to do.
Okay chickdr. I'm married to a chicklawyer, this is how it works:
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act has a provision that helps consumers afford legal action: if you win your case, the court will ensure the warrantor (typically the manufacturer or dealer) pay attorney fees and court costs.
This means consumers won’t be stuck with a legal bill when all they did was assert their rights. Knowing that, manufacturers are often more willing to resolve valid warranty claims promptly rather than drag things out and increase their potential expense and exposure.
Many attorneys handle Magnuson-Moss cases with no retainer because if the plaintiff prevails, the manufacturer pays the legal fees. That means consumers can hire an without worrying about how to afford it.
chickdr
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I hope that Kia abides by this as I read about a lot of issues with them denying warranty claims. If they do decide to fight, it can be a royal pain. This is why I don't do extensive mods on my cars when they are under warranty. I would consider the OP's mod pretty extensive....
Sigh. A $500 spacer lift and slightly bigger tires are not "extensive" mods. Extensive modifications are generally defined as major, typically permanent changes that go beyond "bolt-on" accessories, fundamentally altering the vehicle's performance, structure, or intended use. Extensive suspension work would equate to large lift kits (6+ inches), which require modifying steering geometry, driveshafts, and brake lines. Replacing stock suspension with long-travel coilovers and specialized control arms for high-speed off-road performance. Replacing an independent front suspension (IFS) with a solid axle for durability and articulation. Differential Lockers. Re-gearing. Full Custom Armor. Forced Induction (Turbochargers or Superchargers). Swapping to high-flow fuel injectors, high-performance fuel pumps, and conducting a full ECU re-tune.
Upgrading to performance camshafts, forged pistons, and rods to handle higher power levels. And of course, complete engine swaps. Those are extensive.mods.
Wheels, tires, and a 2" spacer lift? That's cosmetic and temporary, not extensive.
