How much lift is this? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**HeloCrewChief** · 02-14-2013, 10:15 PM

Looking to lift my truck and I wanted to know what size lift these trucks are running. I'm torn between a 2 and 4 inch lift.

**Stocker** · 02-15-2013, 12:27 AM

I'd say no more than 2" (well maybe 2 1/2", it's a bit of a gray area).

vectorit · 02-15-2013, 12:29 AM

I vote 2" to 2.5"

BLAZERMAN · 02-15-2013, 01:24 AM

Here a couple examples for ya. The black 72 has a 4" lift with 35" tires ans the green 68 has a 2.5" lift with 33s
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BLAZERMAN · 02-15-2013, 01:25 AM

The 68
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**HeloCrewChief** · 02-15-2013, 01:30 AM

Thanks. That green one with the 2.5 inch lift is the look I'm going for. Any recommendations on a 2 inch suspension lift?

BLAZERMAN · 02-15-2013, 02:05 AM

That 68 has Skyjacker 2.5" Softride front springs and 2" blocks in the rear. It had a really nice ride, not too soft and not to stiff. I believe Tuff Country also make a good 2.5" lift.
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**Stocker** · 02-15-2013, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by HeloCrewChief

Thanks. That green one with the 2.5 inch lift is the look I'm going for. Any recommendations on a 2 inch suspension lift?

Skyjacker Softride. Mine's been on for several years and I'm still very happy with it. Decent ride and excellent quality. I didn't need to do any steering mods at all, just needed longer front shocks. BTW, stock rear shocks are a perfect fit on the front with 2" - 2.5" springs.

**HeloCrewChief** · 02-15-2013, 02:10 PM

Thanks guys, I will end up doing the full suspension so I can replace my springs at the same time. What shock's do you recommend with that lift?

**HeloCrewChief** · 02-15-2013, 02:11 PM

Also,
What size and type wheels are on your 68? Would love to find a set of those.

**Stocker** · 02-15-2013, 03:05 PM

I like my KYB Gas-A-Justs. Firm control without being harsh and they have held up well over the years, much better than my prior Monroe Gas Magnums. Not too expensive either. I've heard good things about Monroe Sensatracs but have no personal experience with them.

02-14-2013, 10:15 PM	#1
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	How much lift is this? Looking to lift my truck and I wanted to know what size lift these trucks are running. I'm torn between a 2 and 4 inch lift. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

02-15-2013, 12:27 AM	#2
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,722	Re: How much lift is this? I'd say no more than 2" (well maybe 2 1/2", it's a bit of a gray area). __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

02-15-2013, 12:29 AM	#3
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: How much lift is this? I vote 2" to 2.5" __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

02-15-2013, 01:24 AM	#4
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: How much lift is this? Here a couple examples for ya. The black 72 has a 4" lift with 35" tires ans the green 68 has a 2.5" lift with 33s Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

02-15-2013, 01:25 AM	#5
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: How much lift is this? The 68 Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

02-15-2013, 01:30 AM	#6
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: How much lift is this? Thanks. That green one with the 2.5 inch lift is the look I'm going for. Any recommendations on a 2 inch suspension lift? __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

02-15-2013, 02:05 AM	#7
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: How much lift is this? That 68 has Skyjacker 2.5" Softride front springs and 2" blocks in the rear. It had a really nice ride, not too soft and not to stiff. I believe Tuff Country also make a good 2.5" lift. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

02-15-2013, 02:10 PM	#9
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: How much lift is this? Thanks guys, I will end up doing the full suspension so I can replace my springs at the same time. What shock's do you recommend with that lift? __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

02-15-2013, 02:11 PM	#10
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: How much lift is this? Also, What size and type wheels are on your 68? Would love to find a set of those. __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

02-15-2013, 03:05 PM	#11
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,722	Re: How much lift is this? I like my KYB Gas-A-Justs. Firm control without being harsh and they have held up well over the years, much better than my prior Monroe Gas Magnums. Not too expensive either. I've heard good things about Monroe Sensatracs but have no personal experience with them. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

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