Raising a 69
 

Hi Guy's,
I want to raise my 69 1/2 ton atleast 4 inches. It's 2 wheel drive. I've been looking through 4x4 mag's but can't find a kit for a 69. Any suggestions?

Johnny

I've never heard anf anyone doing this, but I suppose for the rear you could put your rearend under your swingarms (about 4"?), and for the front, get a '73-'87 crossmember and get some raised spindles/ lower A-arm combo with taller springs. I've seen that stuff advertised in Truckin' magazine, but never really paid attention to it. Are you trying to make a baja truck, or what?

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'69 Chevy Custom/10 SB
'74 GMC Suburban 4x4
'66 Mustang Sprint
'77 Sportster

I just want to raise her up. I own a newer 4x4 and like the look.

Thanks Johnny

I think you can use the Fabtech kit from a 73-87 for the front. This is really easy if you do the 73 and up crossmember swap with the disc brakes, and just add blocks or add-a-leaves unless you have coil spring rear. I think JC Whitney has 2" lift coils.

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70 GMC 3/4 ton Sierra Grande 402/TH400
72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's
64 Corvette Coupe
68 Camaro 'vert TPI & TH700
69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110
72 Datsun 240Z-ol' reliable

Thank's guy's

Call one of the 4x4 companies in the magazines. They don't list all their products. The "pre-runner" look is popular right now. Also, check over on Coloradok5.com and see if anyone has done this with their 2wd Blazer.

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'69 K-5 Blazer - 350/TH350, 6" lift, 35" tires
Bothell, WA