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OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 03:38 AM

Finally got the lift on. What do you think?

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 03:42 AM

Ok were did my pictures go?

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 03:46 AM

Lets try it again!!!

nuke1 · 03-13-2008, 03:56 AM

that just makes it look tough now

JayDubBlazer · 03-13-2008, 04:00 AM

Wow that looks awesome very classy, what type of shocks are those?

DANTES JIMMY · 03-13-2008, 04:06 AM

Nice
Very Nice And Classy

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 04:06 AM

They are Bilsteins and with these Deaver custom 4" springs that I put on, this thing rides like a Cadillac!

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 04:10 AM

Hey thanks for the nice comments guys!

69 COPO · 03-13-2008, 04:19 AM

Looks great! What size are your tires? And many inch lift did you use? Thanks

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 05:26 AM

The tires are 35" BFG Mud Terrains, and it is a 4" lift

killer71 · 03-13-2008, 05:39 AM

Now that's what i'm talkin bout...BAD ASS!!!

bouncytruck · 03-13-2008, 07:57 AM

Looks great! Makes me want summer so pull the top!

AJs72K5 · 03-13-2008, 08:26 AM

Good job. Looks awesome. I'm a sucker for red.

bigbadchev72 · 03-13-2008, 08:27 AM

wow that looks good! I really like the combo you got going on, but then again Im kinda partial to your k5

Big J · 03-13-2008, 08:39 AM

Now thats the money shot!!!!! Sweet! I have a new screen saver....... Looks real nice man. If ya don't mind me askin', what does a set of springs like that cost? If ya do mind, no worries

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**Yukon Jack** · 03-13-2008, 06:39 PM

One look at them springs I was thinking they had to be custom. Gotta dig all those thin leaves!

Very nice - that is an outstanding K5!

**jaros44sr** · 03-13-2008, 07:37 PM

Dude, that is one of the cleanest trucks I have ever seen. Can I save it to my Favs.? I liked it before the lift, now I'm really liking it. Up is always better....

How much clearance do you have between the crossmember and the oilpan??

Did you extend your brakelines?

Burt4x4 · 03-13-2008, 07:40 PM

Now get that thing all dirty and coverd in mud

then it will look even better

**jaros44sr** · 03-13-2008, 07:48 PM

Only Burt and Kurt would want to throw mud on a Mona Lisa

1972HULK · 03-13-2008, 09:20 PM

The lift/tire combo gives it a good stance. Very nice K5. Any install photos?

OLD SKOOL K5 · 03-13-2008, 10:44 PM

No, I did not get any shots of the Blazer being lifted

The springs are $800 for a set of two. Ouch! I know they hurt my budget, but my wife is 8 months pregnant and she really appreciates the ride. I guess part of the trick is the thinner leaves, the nicer the ride!

Angelse68cal · 03-14-2008, 12:21 AM

Hey you need to come out to Route 66 this year there are not many k5's out there for this cruise.

Ironman97459 · 03-14-2008, 02:41 AM

Thats is one clean looking ride.

**69TowRig** · 03-14-2008, 03:50 AM

Makes me want to jump to 4" lift instead of the 2.5" I am planning, but the old girl will have issues slipping into the garage!

scejmer · 03-14-2008, 07:06 PM

where did you get the springs, and you said it rides nice, i also heard the more spring leaves the better the, mine rides stiff, skyjacker i believe, was on it when i bought it, i would be iterested in better springs for a better ride. thanks scott

03-13-2008, 03:38 AM	#1
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	New Lift on my 71 Blazer Finally got the lift on. What do you think?

03-13-2008, 03:42 AM	#2
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Ok were did my pictures go?

03-13-2008, 03:46 AM	#3
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Lets try it again!!! Attached Images

03-13-2008, 03:56 AM	#4
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer that just makes it look tough now __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

03-13-2008, 04:00 AM	#5
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Wow that looks awesome very classy, what type of shocks are those? __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

03-13-2008, 04:06 AM	#6
DANTES JIMMY Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: PENDLETON,INDIANA Posts: 271	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Nice Very Nice And Classy

03-13-2008, 04:06 AM	#7
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer They are Bilsteins and with these Deaver custom 4" springs that I put on, this thing rides like a Cadillac!

03-13-2008, 04:10 AM	#8
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Hey thanks for the nice comments guys!

03-13-2008, 04:19 AM	#9
69 COPO Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: S.E. South Dakota Posts: 161	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Looks great! What size are your tires? And many inch lift did you use? Thanks

03-13-2008, 05:26 AM	#10
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer The tires are 35" BFG Mud Terrains, and it is a 4" lift

03-13-2008, 05:39 AM	#11
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Now that's what i'm talkin bout...BAD ASS!!! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

03-13-2008, 07:57 AM	#12
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Looks great! Makes me want summer so pull the top! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

03-13-2008, 08:26 AM	#13
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Good job. Looks awesome. I'm a sucker for red. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

03-13-2008, 08:27 AM	#14
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer wow that looks good! I really like the combo you got going on, but then again Im kinda partial to your k5 __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

03-13-2008, 08:39 AM	#15
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Now thats the money shot!!!!! Sweet! I have a new screen saver....... Looks real nice man. If ya don't mind me askin', what does a set of springs like that cost? If ya do mind, no worries. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build



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03-13-2008, 06:39 PM	#16
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,689	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer One look at them springs I was thinking they had to be custom. Gotta dig all those thin leaves! Very nice - that is an outstanding K5! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

03-13-2008, 07:37 PM	#17
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,844	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Dude, that is one of the cleanest trucks I have ever seen. Can I save it to my Favs.? I liked it before the lift, now I'm really liking it. Up is always better.... How much clearance do you have between the crossmember and the oilpan?? Did you extend your brakelines? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 03-13-2008 at 09:48 PM.

03-13-2008, 07:40 PM	#18
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Now get that thing all dirty and coverd in mud then it will look even better __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

03-13-2008, 07:48 PM	#19
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,844	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Only Burt and Kurt would want to throw mud on a Mona Lisa __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 03-13-2008 at 07:50 PM.

03-13-2008, 09:20 PM	#20
1972HULK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Geneva, NY Posts: 10	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer The lift/tire combo gives it a good stance. Very nice K5. Any install photos?

03-13-2008, 10:44 PM	#21
OLD SKOOL K5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ventura, Central Coast Posts: 68	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer No, I did not get any shots of the Blazer being liftedThe springs are $800 for a set of two. Ouch! I know they hurt my budget, but my wife is 8 months pregnant and she really appreciates the ride. I guess part of the trick is the thinner leaves, the nicer the ride!

03-14-2008, 12:21 AM	#22
Angelse68cal Cochino_Racing_909 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: California Posts: 280	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Hey you need to come out to Route 66 this year there are not many k5's out there for this cruise.

03-14-2008, 02:41 AM	#23
Ironman97459 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North bend, OR Posts: 22	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Thats is one clean looking ride.

03-14-2008, 03:50 AM	#24
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 897	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer Makes me want to jump to 4" lift instead of the 2.5" I am planning, but the old girl will have issues slipping into the garage! __________________ -Chris Building a stripper, one part at a time: 1969 K5, 307, 3spd, 3 seats, hard top. Added Pwr Discs, Pwr Steering, Aux Battery, T-case Skid, Lighted Sidemarkers, HEI, Lock-Right Diff, ECE Class IV Hitch, 32" MT/Rs. Parts to Install: Hand Throttle, Console, Tow Hooks, Dual Horns, AM-FM, Dealer Swing-Away Tire Carrier, Gas Tank Skid. Also building a 1950 Willys CJ-3A and off-roading a 2001 Nissan Frontier on 1-Ton Portals...

03-14-2008, 07:06 PM	#25
scejmer Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: michigan Posts: 55	Re: New Lift on my 71 Blazer where did you get the springs, and you said it rides nice, i also heard the more spring leaves the better the, mine rides stiff, skyjacker i believe, was on it when i bought it, i would be iterested in better springs for a better ride. thanks scott

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