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BKauto · 10-31-2008, 12:37 PM

Anyone know the average ride hieght difference in stock config from a 2wd mid 80's GM and a 4x4 mid 80's GM? trying to get 36" tires on a 2wd and dont want to order parts 4-5 times if I can help it. Knowing this measurement wil really help.

thanks.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-31-2008, 01:03 PM

welcome to the board.. i dont know the answer to your question but im sure someone will chime in soon... How about some pics of your truck?

ChaseDale3and8 · 10-31-2008, 06:41 PM

36 inch tires on a 2wd is a tall order, although I'm sure that it could be done. I'm guessing that a 2wd sits at least 2-3 inches lower than a stock 4x4, so you're already behind on ride height to start with. It's going to take a suspension and body lift to do it.

I'm not really familiar with the 2wd suspension lifts as far as how big they go, but on a 4x4 you can fit 35s with a 4 inch, although it is a bit tight unless you want to run a narrower rim such as 8 inches versus 10. I would back off on tire size a bit, maybe down to 33s and it's still going to take a suspension and body lift to get them to clear.

If you go bigger than 33s you are going to likely have to do some serious trimming on your fenders to get them to clear the tires. Maybe some of the other guys that have done this can be more helpful, but at least you'll have an idea of what you're up against. ...Joe

10-31-2008, 12:37 PM	#1
BKauto Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1	square body ride height 2wd vs 4wd Anyone know the average ride hieght difference in stock config from a 2wd mid 80's GM and a 4x4 mid 80's GM? trying to get 36" tires on a 2wd and dont want to order parts 4-5 times if I can help it. Knowing this measurement wil really help. thanks.

10-31-2008, 01:03 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: square body ride height 2wd vs 4wd welcome to the board.. i dont know the answer to your question but im sure someone will chime in soon... How about some pics of your truck? __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-31-2008, 06:41 PM	#3
ChaseDale3and8 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield Mo. Posts: 1,086	Re: square body ride height 2wd vs 4wd 36 inch tires on a 2wd is a tall order, although I'm sure that it could be done. I'm guessing that a 2wd sits at least 2-3 inches lower than a stock 4x4, so you're already behind on ride height to start with. It's going to take a suspension and body lift to do it. I'm not really familiar with the 2wd suspension lifts as far as how big they go, but on a 4x4 you can fit 35s with a 4 inch, although it is a bit tight unless you want to run a narrower rim such as 8 inches versus 10. I would back off on tire size a bit, maybe down to 33s and it's still going to take a suspension and body lift to get them to clear. If you go bigger than 33s you are going to likely have to do some serious trimming on your fenders to get them to clear the tires. Maybe some of the other guys that have done this can be more helpful, but at least you'll have an idea of what you're up against. ...Joe __________________ I'm not speedin'! I'm qualifyin'!

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