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Old 11-08-2006, 07:08 PM   #1
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Noob Blazer owner questions

I just bought a '73 Blazer and im wondering what I should do to get it down a little bit from factory ride height. Since the front end is the same as the '70 that I am used to I will just do drop spindles and 2" springs in the front but im totally lost on what to do with a leaf rear end. Bags arent an option due to the budget. Any suggestions? Also, what size tires can i get away with on 15x8 rallys? Here is a pic.
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Old 11-08-2006, 11:10 PM   #2
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Re: Noob Blazer owner questions

Sounds like you got a nice project there. for the rear a shackel kit would do wonders. also could try removing a leaf. good luck
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Old 11-08-2006, 11:47 PM   #3
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Re: Noob Blazer owner questions

you can get a flip kit
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Old 11-09-2006, 11:10 PM   #4
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Re: Noob Blazer owner questions

As you said the front is pretty much the same as your 70. You can go with 2.5" spindles or even 3" spindles. If you go 3" spindles your 15" wheels will rub unless you trim the A-arms.

The rear is totally different than what you are used to. You can do a flip kit which puts your leafs below the axle. If you add a shackle your going to have to mod your fuel filler a bit for clearance.

That's pretty much it...
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