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Stock Height suspension suggestions
So I'm building a 71 4WD Blazer, probably my retirement project. So to put in context this is a fun vehicle, that I can go visit friends, or have a road trip. Most of these will involve miles of highway driving. Then have the ability to sneak off road to light trails or the beach. I am located in Australia so planning is essential as shipping is a killer
![]() So plan is to stay around stock height, with 17" rims and 285/70 tires. Upgraded steering box. I went with Blue-Top, customer service was first class I am looking for shock recommendations, I think I found a KYB solution that is about improved highway manners, Gas-A-Just Front: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...1029226&jsn=55 Rear: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...1029226&jsn=51 Any others you can suggest? Swaybars to suit? Other suggestions thanks |
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
Need photo's. All original equipment? ..just my 2 cents...mostly on road driving right, check all spring shackle bushings, ball joints, tight steering is a good start... Make it safe, then figure out the rest.
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
Nice score....Looks about stock to me, not the expert, mine had 2 leafs in front, don't remember how many in the rear. Ride quality will depend on what you add. Tighten up what you have see how you like. Original stock height was decent...IMO.
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
A front sway bar will make a huge difference.
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
Quality new springs will help the ride a lot. If you don’t have a good local option for springs, Alcan Spring here in the US does good work and can provide stock height (zero lift) examples. Use Teflon anti-squeak pads on each face of the spring pack. I too think stock height is just right.
Take a look at the Blazer OEM-style steps that Mike Cofield has for sale here on the board. Not suspension related but makes getting in/out a lot easier for those under 6’ in height, err 1.83 meters ![]()
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How did you know? I am definitely under 183 centimetres, err 72" ![]() |
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
After several years of having my wife and others clambering for the glovebox door or other “handles” to get inside I try to share the suggestion. It’s insurance against vehicle damage
![]() Was really bad with the 4” lifted Blazer I used to own.
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Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
I'll second Alcan spring. They hooked me up with some 6" lift springs with a nice custom spring rate. They ride nice for a jacked up 71 K5. And my wife also has some issues getting into the truck but a little butt-boost can be fun ;-)
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
thanks. I'll definitely get in touch with Alcan after Blazer arrives
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Re: Stock Height suspension suggestions
Difficult to see, but I made grab handles for that exact reason. They get used everytime getting in the truck.
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