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Psycho71 · 07-10-2013, 03:12 PM

Shouldn't be much of an issue, but there are a few things to look for/pay attention to.

Sagging stock springs.
Collapsed body mount bushings.

And finally, perhaps most importantly, watching the backspace on the wheels you plan to run.

My K20 burb has a 4' lift, and I can run 36" tires on 10" rims with 6" of backspace, and they don't rub unless I flex the suspension pretty good. I have another set of 10" wide wheels with 2" of backspace, and the 35's on them rub easily when turning.

Easiest way to lift is a set of blocks on the rear, or a shackle flip kit (4" gain), and a set of springs in the front. Kits can be had for pretty cheap, and usually installed in a days time.

07-10-2013, 03:12 PM	#5
Psycho71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kaufman, Tx Posts: 827	Re: 33's on an 86 k10 with stock suspension? Shouldn't be much of an issue, but there are a few things to look for/pay attention to. Sagging stock springs. Collapsed body mount bushings. And finally, perhaps most importantly, watching the backspace on the wheels you plan to run. My K20 burb has a 4' lift, and I can run 36" tires on 10" rims with 6" of backspace, and they don't rub unless I flex the suspension pretty good. I have another set of 10" wide wheels with 2" of backspace, and the 35's on them rub easily when turning. Easiest way to lift is a set of blocks on the rear, or a shackle flip kit (4" gain), and a set of springs in the front. Kits can be had for pretty cheap, and usually installed in a days time. __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. If a hammer doesn't fix it, you have an electrical problem! Slot Cars, 1:24 Scale, 100MPH@100,000RPM, fastest things on wheels!