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Old 07-15-2008, 11:43 PM   #1
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How much lift??
Hey guys, how much lift in the rear with 3/4 ton springs give me coming from a 1/2 ton spring?? would it be enough to clear 35's (with a little trimming maybe)? i have this 3/4 ton suspension sitting here collecting dust, with a 14sf attached....sooo....
1986 Chevy Scottsdale K10 350/SM465/12 bolt with 4.10's and 10 bolt front with 4.10's.
~soon to have 3/4 ton axles 14SF with 4.10's and 10bolt with 4.10's with a 4 inch lift and 35" tires
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Old 07-16-2008, 03:48 PM   #2
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Re: How much lift??
no, you wont clear 35s with just 3/4 ton springs. if it werent for the AALs, my 80 wouldnt clear its 33s.
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Old 07-16-2008, 08:39 PM   #3
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Re: How much lift??
how much lift (block) would I need to clear 35's with the 3/4 springs? I want to retain the load capacity in the back, and get lift springs for the front. Would a 4" lift suffice?
1986 Chevy Scottsdale K10 350/SM465/12 bolt with 4.10's and 10 bolt front with 4.10's.
~soon to have 3/4 ton axles 14SF with 4.10's and 10bolt with 4.10's with a 4 inch lift and 35" tires
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Old 07-16-2008, 10:29 PM   #4
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Re: How much lift??
yes, just stick to 8" rims with ~4" of backspace. a shackle flip might be a good option for you.
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Old 07-16-2008, 11:58 PM   #5
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Re: How much lift??
sounds good, thanks for the information! :)
1986 Chevy Scottsdale K10 350/SM465/12 bolt with 4.10's and 10 bolt front with 4.10's.
~soon to have 3/4 ton axles 14SF with 4.10's and 10bolt with 4.10's with a 4 inch lift and 35" tires
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