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1984 t type · 02-21-2011, 08:01 AM

Just wondering which kit has the best ride? Not looking to off road my truck just gonna be a daily driver that can get me thru these Michigan winters so I want a smooth ride
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royo · 02-21-2011, 08:38 AM

Tuff country e z ride.

cochino12 · 02-21-2011, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by royo

Tuff country e z ride.

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blazinzuk · 02-23-2011, 04:06 AM

BDS springs have a prety good rep for being a decent ride too

Either BDS or Tuff country EZ rides for sure

Next best would be superlift and skyjacker.

**oldiron** · 03-03-2011, 06:36 AM

Moving over to the 4x4 forum to see if you get a better response.

**special-K** · 03-03-2011, 10:32 AM

For off the shelf I like Tuff Country. If you really want it smooth you go to longer springs,Rear shackle flip and front slider mounts.

Burt4x4 · 03-03-2011, 11:40 AM

SuperLift SuperRide

For a pack to be considered "soft" you need alot of leafs 6 or more..if there is only 4 or so leafs it's gonna be stiffer...the softer packs also have teflon inserts inbetween each leaf..usually..

snj8198 · 03-03-2011, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

For off the shelf I like Tuff Country. If you really want it smooth you go to longer springs,Rear shackle flip and front slider mounts.

I've been hearing talk of these slider mounts lately. Would you have a picture of this critter?

mustardjimmy71 · 03-05-2011, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Burt4x4

SuperLift SuperRide

For a pack to be considered "soft" you need alot of leafs 6 or more..if there is only 4 or so leafs it's gonna be stiffer...the softer packs also have teflon inserts inbetween each leaf..usually..

is this the same effect as having more coils in the same ride height on a coil spring?

Mudder · 03-05-2011, 12:12 PM

I have had both Tuff Country and BDS and I think the Tuff Country wins for best ride. I will be taking my BDS off and going back to my Tuff Country soon.

Oilbrnr · 03-06-2011, 08:20 AM

I have TC on my K5 with ORD's grease-able poly bushings. Couldn't be happier. Nice soft ride, with decent flex.

Going to put them on my K20 work truck soon.

Burt4x4 · 03-07-2011, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mustardjimmy71

is this the same effect as having more coils in the same ride height on a coil spring?

No Clue Bro...never delt with coils?

cooter01 · 03-14-2011, 02:08 PM

so, for a good ride on a 95% street truck the tuff country 4" kit will be best to go compared to a b52 front and shackle flip rear? what shocks are better for ride also nitro or hydro? im taking 8" springs off my truck and goin to a 4". i already have the steering arm.

TheWhiteElephant · 03-19-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by mustardjimmy71

is this the same effect as having more coils in the same ride height on a coil spring?

If I'm not mistaken, this is because the leaves are thinner on leaf springs with more leaves.

BLAZERMAN · 03-19-2011, 01:09 PM

As far as ride goes you should see a big improvement just from going from 8" to 4", that along with a good shock like Rancho RS9000X abjustables and you should see a world of difference.

thirdstreettito · 03-19-2011, 04:18 PM

If you dont mind paying a little extra for the BEST give Alcan springs a call. They are awesome.

1984 t type · 03-24-2011, 02:28 PM

Thanks for all the info guys, looks like the tuff country ez ride wins. Gonna go with a 4" lift and 35" tires, will post pics when she's all done.
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wakeboarder541 · 03-24-2011, 05:47 PM

yes please post pics and keep us updated. i am in the process of taking the 6 inch lift off mine and going to a 4 inch with 35's

1984 t type · 03-24-2011, 06:11 PM

Who should I buy my kit from? Who has the best prices and customer service?
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1984 t type · 03-24-2011, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by wakeboarder541

yes please post pics and keep us updated. i am in the process of taking the 6 inch lift off mine and going to a 4 inch with 35's

Why are you getting rid of the 6" lift kit? At first I thought about going with a 6" kit and some 37" military take offs
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wakeboarder541 · 03-24-2011, 11:24 PM

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Why are you getting rid of the 6" lift kit? At first I thought about going with a 6" kit and some 37" military take offs
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its just a little to big for what i use it for. i was running the toyo mt in a 37x14.50 on a weld 15x12. it was just not a good driver and it liked to wander. i have since sold those wheels and tires and i now have some 35x12.50 bfg all terrains on weld 15x10 and it already drives better there is just quiet a bit of wheel gap. and i think it will drive even nicer with a less arched spring and be more balanced. i will post pics soon of my new setup.. for now i will post pics of what it looked like with the 37's

JPCY72 · 03-26-2011, 11:29 AM

The cheapest way to get a great ride and only around 4inches of lift is to swap in rear springs from a truck from your era to the front. Most people call it a 52inch spring swap.
You have to move the from spring bracket forward almost to the bumper and the rear shackle mount also, I guarantee you will not find a lift spring and maybee a custom spring that will ride as nice, but and its a big but... you will have considerable amounts of body roll. I am going to do this on my 72 and also going to search around for a dually swaybar for the front to counteract these forces. may even install a rear one as well.

1Bad65GMC · 02-25-2012, 03:42 AM

With the 52" spring swap can you run your standard shocks? I have been thinking about doing this to my 84.

snj8198 · 02-25-2012, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by wakeboarder541

its just a little to big for what i use it for. i was running the toyo mt in a 37x14.50 on a weld 15x12. it was just not a good driver and it liked to wander. i have since sold those wheels and tires and i now have some 35x12.50 bfg all terrains on weld 15x10 and it already drives better there is just quiet a bit of wheel gap. and i think it will drive even nicer with a less arched spring and be more balanced. i will post pics soon of my new setup.. for now i will post pics of what it looked like with the 37's

That's a really nice shorty sir.

02-21-2011, 08:01 AM	#1
1984 t type Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 196	Which lift kit has the softest ride Just wondering which kit has the best ride? Not looking to off road my truck just gonna be a daily driver that can get me thru these Michigan winters so I want a smooth ride Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1987 Buick Grand National 2018 Road Glide Special Last edited by 1984 t type; 02-21-2011 at 08:02 AM. Reason: Typo

02-21-2011, 08:38 AM	#2
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride Tuff country e z ride. __________________ nickle and dime

02-23-2011, 04:06 AM	#4
blazinzuk Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Afton Wy Posts: 77	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride BDS springs have a prety good rep for being a decent ride too Either BDS or Tuff country EZ rides for sure Next best would be superlift and skyjacker. __________________ Eric 89 diesel jimmy 86 crew dually 87 truggy Horton

03-03-2011, 06:36 AM	#5
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride Moving over to the 4x4 forum to see if you get a better response. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

03-03-2011, 10:32 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride For off the shelf I like Tuff Country. If you really want it smooth you go to longer springs,Rear shackle flip and front slider mounts. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-03-2011, 11:40 AM	#7
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride SuperLift SuperRide For a pack to be considered "soft" you need alot of leafs 6 or more..if there is only 4 or so leafs it's gonna be stiffer...the softer packs also have teflon inserts inbetween each leaf..usually.. __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

03-05-2011, 12:12 PM	#10
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride I have had both Tuff Country and BDS and I think the Tuff Country wins for best ride. I will be taking my BDS off and going back to my Tuff Country soon.

03-06-2011, 08:20 AM	#11
Oilbrnr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 390	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride I have TC on my K5 with ORD's grease-able poly bushings. Couldn't be happier. Nice soft ride, with decent flex. Going to put them on my K20 work truck soon. __________________ -Don- '66 C10 w/factory A/C '77 Cheyenne K5 350/465/205 '80 Custom Deluxe K20 350/465/205 '04 Denali XL '05 DMax CCLB 4x Have a Hickey Sidewinder Winch and need the owners/install manual? Send me a PM with your email address and I'll forward you a .pdf

03-14-2011, 02:08 PM	#13
cooter01 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Bartow, Florida Posts: 14	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride so, for a good ride on a 95% street truck the tuff country 4" kit will be best to go compared to a b52 front and shackle flip rear? what shocks are better for ride also nitro or hydro? im taking 8" springs off my truck and goin to a 4". i already have the steering arm.

03-19-2011, 01:09 PM	#15
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride As far as ride goes you should see a big improvement just from going from 8" to 4", that along with a good shock like Rancho RS9000X abjustables and you should see a world of difference. __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

03-19-2011, 04:18 PM	#16
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride If you dont mind paying a little extra for the BEST give Alcan springs a call. They are awesome. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

03-24-2011, 02:28 PM	#17
1984 t type Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 196	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride Thanks for all the info guys, looks like the tuff country ez ride wins. Gonna go with a 4" lift and 35" tires, will post pics when she's all done. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1987 Buick Grand National 2018 Road Glide Special

03-24-2011, 05:47 PM	#18
wakeboarder541 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: forest grove oregon Posts: 19	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride yes please post pics and keep us updated. i am in the process of taking the 6 inch lift off mine and going to a 4 inch with 35's

03-24-2011, 06:11 PM	#19
1984 t type Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 196	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride Who should I buy my kit from? Who has the best prices and customer service? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1987 Buick Grand National 2018 Road Glide Special

03-26-2011, 11:29 AM	#22
JPCY72 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Morongo Valley Posts: 130	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride The cheapest way to get a great ride and only around 4inches of lift is to swap in rear springs from a truck from your era to the front. Most people call it a 52inch spring swap. You have to move the from spring bracket forward almost to the bumper and the rear shackle mount also, I guarantee you will not find a lift spring and maybee a custom spring that will ride as nice, but and its a big but... you will have considerable amounts of body roll. I am going to do this on my 72 and also going to search around for a dually swaybar for the front to counteract these forces. may even install a rear one as well.



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02-25-2012, 03:42 AM	#23
1Bad65GMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sacramento, Calif Posts: 70	Re: Which lift kit has the softest ride With the 52" spring swap can you run your standard shocks? I have been thinking about doing this to my 84. __________________ 1998 GMC Suburban 2500 454 4X4 1984 GMC Jimmy - 3/4 ton axles, 5.7TBI 1990 GMC Suburban (Parts Donor) scrapped 1965 Buick Riviera - (Sold) 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis 1965 GMC SBSS (Sold)

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