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TXPNTCGMC · 11-12-2008, 01:17 AM

Newbie here, I know this is a suspension topic and I am probably not the first to ask this question, but where in the heck do you find information on lifting a 3/4 ton 2 wheel drive for a '68? I've searched high and low and have come up with barely anything. 4 wheel parts didnt return my call (go figure) and a local shop Mikes Off Road didnt have any answers.

All I want is another 2-3 inches, do I just do the add-a-leaf approach for the rear and go with bigger coil springs up front? I dont really want to do a body lift because of looks but maybe somebody can sway my opinion.

I was just hoping somebody else out there who sees this has been through this same deal and can steer me in the right direction. Thanks!

hvychve · 11-12-2008, 01:39 AM

easier in rear , with add a leaf or blocks, fronts , I would go with rancho springs, they are actually called lifting coils and they claim it will raise 2 inches, I got 3 1/2 inches, noticeable difference . tis is a photo of after coils installed, I got 18" tires and they no longer rub over bumps. good luck

hvychve · 11-12-2008, 01:46 AM

after photo

TXPNTCGMC · 11-12-2008, 02:24 AM

Thanks hvychve! with that setup it should also provide me a more level look if I can get around 3" up front and then another 2" in the back with the add-a-leafs. Plus new shocks should help a ton. I'll start hunting around for parts and be sure to post some before and after pics. with these upgrades the overall ride should be a lot better too.

11-12-2008, 01:17 AM	#1
TXPNTCGMC Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 29	'68 C20 lift Newbie here, I know this is a suspension topic and I am probably not the first to ask this question, but where in the heck do you find information on lifting a 3/4 ton 2 wheel drive for a '68? I've searched high and low and have come up with barely anything. 4 wheel parts didnt return my call (go figure) and a local shop Mikes Off Road didnt have any answers. All I want is another 2-3 inches, do I just do the add-a-leaf approach for the rear and go with bigger coil springs up front? I dont really want to do a body lift because of looks but maybe somebody can sway my opinion. I was just hoping somebody else out there who sees this has been through this same deal and can steer me in the right direction. Thanks! __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 2wd, 350ci TH350 1966 Pontiac Lemans, 326ci TH350 1966 Chevrolet El Camino, 327ci TH350 2003 GMC Sierra 4.8l, reg. cab swb

11-12-2008, 01:39 AM	#2
hvychve To The Levy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: california Posts: 391	Re: '68 C20 lift easier in rear , with add a leaf or blocks, fronts , I would go with rancho springs, they are actually called lifting coils and they claim it will raise 2 inches, I got 3 1/2 inches, noticeable difference . tis is a photo of after coils installed, I got 18" tires and they no longer rub over bumps. good luck Attached Images Last edited by hvychve; 11-12-2008 at 01:42 AM.

11-12-2008, 01:46 AM	#3
hvychve To The Levy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: california Posts: 391	Re: '68 C20 lift after photo

11-12-2008, 02:24 AM	#4
TXPNTCGMC Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 29	Re: '68 C20 lift Thanks hvychve! with that setup it should also provide me a more level look if I can get around 3" up front and then another 2" in the back with the add-a-leafs. Plus new shocks should help a ton. I'll start hunting around for parts and be sure to post some before and after pics. with these upgrades the overall ride should be a lot better too. __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 2wd, 350ci TH350 1966 Pontiac Lemans, 326ci TH350 1966 Chevrolet El Camino, 327ci TH350 2003 GMC Sierra 4.8l, reg. cab swb



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