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Old 08-25-2008, 05:13 AM   #1
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1/2 lift kit onto 3/4 ton Suburban

Does anyone know if a Fabtech 1/2 ton lift/long travel kit can be bolted on to a 3/4 ton Suburban? I have an '87 3/4 ton Burban that I would like to lift but I can't find anyone that makes kits for these tanks. I would like to keep my 3/4 ton spindles but change everything else especially the coil spring. Right now it has (what the previous owner told me) a 3" lift coil (unknown brand) but the ride is real rough. If anyone knows if this can be done please let me know.

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Old 08-25-2008, 08:29 AM   #2
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Re: 1/2 lift kit onto 3/4 ton Suburban

The front might work just fine, but I'm pretty sure the leaf springs are wider.
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Re: 1/2 lift kit onto 3/4 ton Suburban

Yeah I wasn't to worried about the rear suspension. I just want to make sure I can do the front with the 1/2 ton suspension. Do you think I can still keep my 3/4 ton spindles? I really would like to keep the same wheels I have now.
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Re: 1/2 lift kit onto 3/4 ton Suburban

You might have to mix and match the parts. I "think" the ball joints and tie rod ends are different, but not sure on 1/2 vs 3/4. I know the 1 tons are larger.
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