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BlueMagicSS · 09-19-2010, 02:52 PM

I know this is more of an opinion but I've been looking and need a little help.

I'm planning on doing a lift on my 89 K5 and I want to know which is the best kit. I'm looking for a more streetable kit as I won't be doing too much off-road, more of looks. I'll probably tow my car to the track or a boat a little later on, but looking for more of a comfortable ride. I know that it won't be stock because of the changes, but what would you suggest?

I want Leaf Springs in the rear not blocks or add-a-leafs. Dual steering stabilizer and a decent ride. I've looked at all the kits on rockymountainsusp.com and say that the 6" Kits clear 37's. I thought that 6" would only clear 35's? or does it depend on the kit? Also which upgrades would you suggest at the same time? Thanks

Matt

shovelbill · 09-19-2010, 03:49 PM

2.5" and some trimming clear 35's just fine.....why do you want to be that tall to tow with? you'll need to re-gear it, address steering and braking too. you'll most likely want a semi floating 14 bolt to tow with also. with that tranny 4.56 gears would probably be a good "decent" stocklike ratio depending on the weight of your loaded trailer and terrain.
i'm going with 3" tuff country springs, good shocks and 33's to keep it simple, i have 3.73's...but i'm not towing. the closer to stock you stay the easier and cheaper it'll be.

russgt · 09-19-2010, 07:40 PM

check out off road design, running a shackle flip in the rear with stock springs is suppose to ride better than just a spring lift. i have also heard good things about EZ rides (tuff country I think) for the front.

shovelbill · 09-19-2010, 08:28 PM

yup.....this is the kit/setup i was looking at too. give them a call.
http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog...liftsystem.htm

BlueMagicSS · 09-20-2010, 02:34 AM

My main goal isn't to tow, more of a looks mod than anything. But 4-6" will be good for me. and I currently have 3.73's in my rear now because I replaced the rear after it went bad on me a few years ago. My tires are 31/10.50's currently though

russgt · 09-20-2010, 06:53 PM

unless you have a lot of HP/torque, you will hate 3.73s with 35s. I would suggest at least a 4.10 gear.

09-19-2010, 02:52 PM	#1
BlueMagicSS Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 40	Lift Kit Questions I know this is more of an opinion but I've been looking and need a little help. I'm planning on doing a lift on my 89 K5 and I want to know which is the best kit. I'm looking for a more streetable kit as I won't be doing too much off-road, more of looks. I'll probably tow my car to the track or a boat a little later on, but looking for more of a comfortable ride. I know that it won't be stock because of the changes, but what would you suggest? I want Leaf Springs in the rear not blocks or add-a-leafs. Dual steering stabilizer and a decent ride. I've looked at all the kits on rockymountainsusp.com and say that the 6" Kits clear 37's. I thought that 6" would only clear 35's? or does it depend on the kit? Also which upgrades would you suggest at the same time? Thanks Matt

09-19-2010, 03:49 PM	#2
shovelbill Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: queens, ny Posts: 31	Re: Lift Kit Questions 2.5" and some trimming clear 35's just fine.....why do you want to be that tall to tow with? you'll need to re-gear it, address steering and braking too. you'll most likely want a semi floating 14 bolt to tow with also. with that tranny 4.56 gears would probably be a good "decent" stocklike ratio depending on the weight of your loaded trailer and terrain. i'm going with 3" tuff country springs, good shocks and 33's to keep it simple, i have 3.73's...but i'm not towing. the closer to stock you stay the easier and cheaper it'll be. Last edited by shovelbill; 09-20-2010 at 02:29 PM. Reason: changed #

09-19-2010, 07:40 PM	#3
russgt Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Waukesha, WI Posts: 904	Re: Lift Kit Questions check out off road design, running a shackle flip in the rear with stock springs is suppose to ride better than just a spring lift. i have also heard good things about EZ rides (tuff country I think) for the front. __________________ 70 stepside 76 blazer 86 Silverado 20 Max Trailering 6.2 Crew 71 Nova SS My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=363634

09-19-2010, 08:28 PM	#4
shovelbill Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: queens, ny Posts: 31	Re: Lift Kit Questions yup.....this is the kit/setup i was looking at too. give them a call. http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog...liftsystem.htm

09-20-2010, 02:34 AM	#5
BlueMagicSS Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 40	Re: Lift Kit Questions My main goal isn't to tow, more of a looks mod than anything. But 4-6" will be good for me. and I currently have 3.73's in my rear now because I replaced the rear after it went bad on me a few years ago. My tires are 31/10.50's currently though

09-20-2010, 06:53 PM	#6
russgt Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Waukesha, WI Posts: 904	Re: Lift Kit Questions unless you have a lot of HP/torque, you will hate 3.73s with 35s. I would suggest at least a 4.10 gear. __________________ 70 stepside 76 blazer 86 Silverado 20 Max Trailering 6.2 Crew 71 Nova SS My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=363634



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