![]() |
|
![]() |
#1 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
lowered 79 Jimmy help
I thought I post and maybe get some suggestions. I just installed 3 in belltech spindles, 6 in flip kit, new g body front springs, belltech drop shocks, and c notch kit from CPP. The notch kit has sucked. Modified the entire bracket. I only have 1 1/2 clearance from axel to c notch. Not counting bumper. Is that enough? If not, then what? Air socks? Air bags? Different shackle? I like the looks but imight need more ride. Thanks !
Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#3 |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
You can raise the rear by installing 4x4 blazer rear leaf spring hangers.
These are riveted on. If you only have 1.5" at the notch,... I bet the "center section" of the rearend is really close to bed floor. Helper bags would be the easyist solution. Flip kits are almost too low,... without other mods.
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#4 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
@bruiser I don't even have the bump stop that came with the notch kit on.
@lolife99 how much would the 4 x 4 leafs raise it? Any suggestions on helper bags? Thanks guys! Brandon Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#5 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
@lolife99 you just meant the hangers.. Right?
Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#6 | |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
Quote:
Seems like it was 1"-1.5" longer than the 2wd hanger. (and alot more available at the junk yards) So it would raise it that much. For bags,... I would just use an air-over-leaf set-up from RideTech or AirLift. But you might have to fab the brackets.
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#7 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
@lolife99 I purchased rear hangers for a 4 x 4 and they are exactly the same as a 2wd for a 79. Is there any particular year I need to look for? Maybe use some front ones for the rear or something. I even took off my beltech drop shocks and replaced with Monroe MA727 air shocks. That helped but still too low. Thanks !
Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Everett, WA
Posts: 2,316
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
The last time I looked for comparison, the 4x4 shackle hangars were indeed taller than the 2wd stuff, did you pull them off a 4x4 yourself?
I kept a set of 2" rear lift springs off a truck I parted out a few years ago. My plan for my k5 2wd was to do a flip, then use the lift springs to get it to 3-4" total drop. But after lowering my crew swb (1/2 ton suspension) with a flip I think that amount is perfect for a driver. So I hadn't planned on using the 2" springs on my 2wd k5. Not sure how old your rear springs are, but new springs will probably lift it at least 1" if you are working with the original springs. Lift springs should get you to where you want to be at. What did the g-body front springs do for you, I assume lowered it, but how much? (never heard of anyone doing that?) On a side note, it keeps getting mentioned about problems with the dif hitting the floor; Is the bed floor on a K5/Jimmy lower than a truck?
__________________
2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#9 |
Slots go on anything!
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Richardson, TX
Posts: 5,957
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
The Blazer/Jimmy bed floor is about 2" lower- the sills are not as tall.
__________________
1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#10 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Everett, WA
Posts: 2,316
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
Gotcha', hope that doesn't pose a problem for me!
__________________
2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#11 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
@kevinrr1970 actually bought a new set from LMC Truck, and it is exactly the same as a 2wd. Same part number even. I would like to find something that I can just buy. As far as the leaf springs go I know I have to take the body off to remove the springs. Kinda crazy but there is no easy way to remove the front bolt. So taller hangers would be perfect. The G body Springs work great! This is actually my second blazer doing that with, but I did not have a problem with the rear like I do with this one. I just ordered brand new ones from Napa for a V6 without air conditioning.
Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#12 | |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
Quote:
Then install the leaf spring in (with a new bolt) by turning the bolt around the other direction.
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#13 |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
Did you see the reply in your other thread?
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#14 |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
My memory may be fading from trying to remember what I read in SportTruck Magazine back in the 80's.
Maybe it was the 4x4 truck rear hanger. But I would have swore it was the blazer 4x4 hanger.
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#15 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ottawa,Ks
Posts: 24
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
@lolife99 man I totally understand now. I was not even thinking about the actual bracket that holds the hanger. Now I need to look tomorrow which bracket I have. Thanks man.
Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#16 |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,698
|
Re: lowered 79 Jimmy help
Correct.
That "bracket" is what I call the hanger. The thing that connects it to the leaf spring is called the shackle. Posted via Mobile Device
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
Tags |
c notch, flip kit, jimmy, k5 blazer, lowering |
|
|