72 Too Low

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A number of years ago I dropped my 72 LWB using 2 1/4" drop spindles and 2" drop springs. I looks cool but in reality with only about 3 1/2" clearance I have problems with any type of speed bump or driveway lip. I need to gain a bit more clearance. I have been asking locally but not getting a specific answer as to the best solution. The truck is a BB so there is some extra weight involved. I want to retain some front drop but don't want to do a spring change and have too much lift. I am going to swap my tires from back to front. 295's in back and 265's in front and see how that works. Would then go to all 295's of it solves the problem. Any thoughts on how much lift I would actually get with a 1" drop spring? Would I actually gain an inch or are there other factors to consider? Any thoughts appreciated.