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ktear · 11-01-2004, 11:45 PM

I just purchased a 70 Blazer and was looking to put a 4" suspension lift on it. Planning on doing the leafs in the front & rear, no blocks. What's the best kit to buy for this year Blazer? Also, I've never installed a lift on a vehicle, is there anything else I need to be aware of that isn't really described in the installation procedures?

Also, where's the best place to buy the parts to rebuild the front suspension and replace the body mounts?

meathead95 · 11-02-2004, 10:02 AM

wher are you from? i have a used 2" lift in tn for sale front springs and shocks, rear blocks, and i have some new poly bushings i can throw in for 200$

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-02-2004, 04:23 PM

WELCOME TO THE BOARD FROM W. TN.

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AK|Bandit · 11-02-2004, 04:54 PM

I've heard good things about Tuff Country's (not Rough Country) EZ-Ride lifts. I was going to buy that exact lift, but then I changed my mind and decided that I wanted more lift and bigger tires

I sure wish they made an 8" suspension lift!

http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...on/146134.html

bouncytruck · 11-02-2004, 05:16 PM

I've always heard good things about superlift. I have a Rancho 6" w/ blocks on my '69 and it is pretty stiff. My '72 has a 4" lift with helper springs and blocks in back and it is fairly smooth. I think it is a Rough Country, but it was installed by the PO so I'm not sure.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-02-2004, 05:23 PM

When I Drove Mine Home The Night They Took It Off The Transport
I Was Amazed At How Smooth The Ride Was In Mine, I Just Figured
With 35" Tires It Would Ride Rough, Not, Smooth As Silk, I Could
Not Be Happy'r, Oh Yea, I Think They Are Rough Country, It's Listed
On My Post For "november Blazer Of The Month" On Contest Board.

ktear · 11-02-2004, 06:31 PM

I'm from Louisville KY.. I was really wanting to go with the 4" lift, so I could put 33x12.5's under it. I also wanted a kit with the springs for front/rear, no blocks. I was looking at the Tuff Country EZ-lift, but wanted to get an opinion first. I also noticed that this year has the 6 lug pattern, so it looks like I'll be buying some new rims also. Is the selection limited in the 6 lug pattern?

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-02-2004, 06:37 PM

ktear - IS THE 6-LUG RIM SELECTION LIMITED ???

YES AND NO, LOTS OF STUFF OUT THERE, BUT NOT REALLY LOTS
OF COOL STUFF OUT THERE, GOOD LUCK FINDING WHAT U WANT.

smokekiki · 11-02-2004, 07:10 PM

I have a tuff country e-z ride on my blazer.It rides better than the old stock springs and shocks.i am running rs9000's from rancho.Pick up any 4 wheel mag.lots of tires and wheels to checkout.

blazerholic · 11-02-2004, 07:27 PM

Welcome to the board from a fellow Bluegrass state'r . I'd say the main limitation to the 6-lug pattern would be if you REALLY want a 5 spoke wheel (like a torque thrust or cragar s/s). Other than that, there seems to be a ton of selection in the magazines. Might also consider doing a shackle flip in the rear. I've heard this is a much smoother ride than 4" springs.

bouncytruck · 11-02-2004, 08:02 PM

Some lifts move the rear wheels forward a bit. There is a product called ZERO RATES that will re-center your wheel and adjust the angle of the pumpkin. I'm not sure what lifts, etc., they work with though. Yukon might be running them on his flat bed.

blazerholic · 11-02-2004, 08:09 PM

Yeah, what he said. I think the zero rates were designed for the shackle flip since the longer length at the rear of the spring causes the wheel to move forward a bit.

ktear · 11-02-2004, 11:15 PM

smokekiki - How was the fit for the 35" tire under the 4" lift? Did you have to trim any sheetmetal or anything?

smokekiki · 11-03-2004, 01:03 AM

No trimming,but,You can't do much wheeling off road without hitting.It is for street only.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-03-2004, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokekiki

No trimming,but,You can't do much wheeling off road without hitting.It is for street only.

WELL SAID, MINE IS 4" FRONT & 6" REAR ( HIGHER IN THE REAR TO OFFSET
THE WEIGHT OF THE DOUBLE WALL TOP I GUESS ) NO TRIMMING NEEDED,
BUT NO BAJA, ROCK CLIMBING, DITCH CLEANING, TRAIL RIDE'N ALLOWED.

SteedaLX · 11-03-2004, 05:27 PM

I bought a superlift system for my 71 Jimmy. The quality is very nice but I think the springs are too stiff for my taste. If I were you I would use either BDS or Tuff Country springs for the front. All I have heard is good things about both. For the rear I would personally use a shackle flip. Check out www.offroaddesign.com. They make a 2 1/2 and 4 inch flip. So you could use the a 4" flip and your stock springs or the 2 1/2" flip and pick up some 2" rear springs.

ktear · 11-04-2004, 08:40 AM

Thanks for all the good info. I'll let you guys know which way I decide to go.

11-01-2004, 11:45 PM	#1
ktear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 13	Suspension Lift I just purchased a 70 Blazer and was looking to put a 4" suspension lift on it. Planning on doing the leafs in the front & rear, no blocks. What's the best kit to buy for this year Blazer? Also, I've never installed a lift on a vehicle, is there anything else I need to be aware of that isn't really described in the installation procedures? Also, where's the best place to buy the parts to rebuild the front suspension and replace the body mounts?

11-02-2004, 10:02 AM	#2
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,446	wher are you from? i have a used 2" lift in tn for sale front springs and shocks, rear blocks, and i have some new poly bushings i can throw in for 200$ __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

11-02-2004, 04:23 PM	#3
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,482	WELCOME TO THE BOARD FROM W. TN. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR SIG SO WE KNOW WHO, WHAT, AND WHERE YOU ARE. (UNDER USER CP) __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-02-2004, 04:54 PM	#4
AK\|Bandit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 44	I've heard good things about Tuff Country's (not Rough Country) EZ-Ride lifts. I was going to buy that exact lift, but then I changed my mind and decided that I wanted more lift and bigger tires I sure wish they made an 8" suspension lift! http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...on/146134.html __________________ It's better to wear out than rust out!

11-02-2004, 05:16 PM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	I've always heard good things about superlift. I have a Rancho 6" w/ blocks on my '69 and it is pretty stiff. My '72 has a 4" lift with helper springs and blocks in back and it is fairly smooth. I think it is a Rough Country, but it was installed by the PO so I'm not sure. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-02-2004, 05:23 PM	#6
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,482	When I Drove Mine Home The Night They Took It Off The Transport I Was Amazed At How Smooth The Ride Was In Mine, I Just Figured With 35" Tires It Would Ride Rough, Not, Smooth As Silk, I Could Not Be Happy'r, Oh Yea, I Think They Are Rough Country, It's Listed On My Post For "november Blazer Of The Month" On Contest Board. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-02-2004, 06:31 PM	#7
ktear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 13	I'm from Louisville KY.. I was really wanting to go with the 4" lift, so I could put 33x12.5's under it. I also wanted a kit with the springs for front/rear, no blocks. I was looking at the Tuff Country EZ-lift, but wanted to get an opinion first. I also noticed that this year has the 6 lug pattern, so it looks like I'll be buying some new rims also. Is the selection limited in the 6 lug pattern?

11-02-2004, 06:37 PM	#8
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,482	ktear - IS THE 6-LUG RIM SELECTION LIMITED ??? YES AND NO, LOTS OF STUFF OUT THERE, BUT NOT REALLY LOTS OF COOL STUFF OUT THERE, GOOD LUCK FINDING WHAT U WANT. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-02-2004, 07:10 PM	#9
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	I have a tuff country e-z ride on my blazer.It rides better than the old stock springs and shocks.i am running rs9000's from rancho.Pick up any 4 wheel mag.lots of tires and wheels to checkout. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

11-02-2004, 07:27 PM	#10
blazerholic I am a Gov't Mule Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Latonia,Ky Posts: 276	Welcome to the board from a fellow Bluegrass state'r . I'd say the main limitation to the 6-lug pattern would be if you REALLY want a 5 spoke wheel (like a torque thrust or cragar s/s). Other than that, there seems to be a ton of selection in the magazines. Might also consider doing a shackle flip in the rear. I've heard this is a much smoother ride than 4" springs. __________________ ...to die in the saddle must be my destiny, to ride this rockin' horse I must be crazy...

11-02-2004, 08:02 PM	#11
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Some lifts move the rear wheels forward a bit. There is a product called ZERO RATES that will re-center your wheel and adjust the angle of the pumpkin. I'm not sure what lifts, etc., they work with though. Yukon might be running them on his flat bed. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-02-2004, 08:09 PM	#12
blazerholic I am a Gov't Mule Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Latonia,Ky Posts: 276	Yeah, what he said. I think the zero rates were designed for the shackle flip since the longer length at the rear of the spring causes the wheel to move forward a bit. __________________ ...to die in the saddle must be my destiny, to ride this rockin' horse I must be crazy...

11-02-2004, 11:15 PM	#13
ktear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 13	smokekiki - How was the fit for the 35" tire under the 4" lift? Did you have to trim any sheetmetal or anything? __________________ 70 Blazer - BDS 4" Lift, 33x12.50's. 307, 4bbl, HEI, Headers. 70 Z28 Camaro - Frame off restoration. 383, 700R4, 4:11 12-Bolt. 01 SS Camaro - SLP Bolt-on mods. 77 Monza - Drag car, ongoing project.

11-03-2004, 01:03 AM	#14
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	No trimming,but,You can't do much wheeling off road without hitting.It is for street only. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

11-03-2004, 05:27 PM	#16
SteedaLX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 64	I bought a superlift system for my 71 Jimmy. The quality is very nice but I think the springs are too stiff for my taste. If I were you I would use either BDS or Tuff Country springs for the front. All I have heard is good things about both. For the rear I would personally use a shackle flip. Check out www.offroaddesign.com. They make a 2 1/2 and 4 inch flip. So you could use the a 4" flip and your stock springs or the 2 1/2" flip and pick up some 2" rear springs. __________________ 1971 GMC Jimmy 6" Superlift w/ 35" tires Chattanooga, TN



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11-04-2004, 08:40 AM	#17
ktear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 13	Thanks for all the good info. I'll let you guys know which way I decide to go. __________________ 70 Blazer - BDS 4" Lift, 33x12.50's. 307, 4bbl, HEI, Headers. 70 Z28 Camaro - Frame off restoration. 383, 700R4, 4:11 12-Bolt. 01 SS Camaro - SLP Bolt-on mods. 77 Monza - Drag car, ongoing project.

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