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How much is it to put hydraulics on a car?
My cousin just bought a Lincoln sedan and we want to put hydraulics on it. How much is it to put hydraulics on a car?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Lowriding and hopping, eh? You can expect to pay between $500 and $1,000 to put hydraulics on a car.
This is the base cost for a DIY hydraulics kit for one pump. The price does not include the cost of reinforcing your frame or other supplemental investments like wire rims.
If you plan to add two pumps or more, expect to pay around $1,500 at minimum for a DIY job.
Here are some of the parts you may need:
- Rams
- Pumps
- Springs
- Fluid lines
- Electronic components (batteries, alternators, wiring)
Don’t be afraid to bring your car to a skilled professional to get hydraulics installed. Modifying a car is a complicated job! Budget between $75 and $150 per hour for labor costs on top of the cost of parts if you go to a professional.
Be prepared to do more maintenance on a vehicle with hydraulics or other mods. Since hydraulics can wear down the suspension system, your cousin should check their
Lincoln
regularly for leaks and other damage.One final tip: Be aware that some insurance companies may refuse to cover modified vehicles. You may need supplemental insurance to ensure that a vehicle with hydraulics is properly covered by
car insurance
. So long as the vehicle is legal (i.e. conforms to local requirements for ground clearance), Jerry
can help you find a policy. Who says coverage isn’t cool?Good luck with the hydraulics!
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