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'89Z71 · 01-28-2003, 12:02 AM

I have an '89 GMC Sierra Z71 with the 350 and a 5spd manual tranny and i would like to install a 3" body lift.
From what I've heard I need a steering extension(encluded in the kit) and i would have to do some work on the shifter? or tranny linkage?
I NEED HELP! any and all info on this install is needed. I want it to be done right the first time
Thanx! I'm new to this forum so hi from me to everyone!!!!

Dropped67step · 01-28-2003, 01:07 AM

I think 4 wheel parts sell the part that you will need for the shifter If not they can prombly build you one becouse they install these kits everyday hope this helps.

*dtlilly* · 01-28-2003, 10:12 AM

Welcome to the board from a fellow newby. I also am a transplanted cheesehead. I am from The Oneida Nation, but grew up in Muskego. You will find this site is addictive, and there really ought to be a government mandated warning on the site...naw, old Ralph Nader has already damaged the auto industry too much HeHe

chevykid04 · 01-31-2003, 01:39 AM

welcome to the site, from a nearby cheesehead,

jd4300fel · 02-01-2003, 11:28 AM

89Z71,
What, you will also need to think about is lowering the radiator,
or simply removeing the sheild. also the length of brakes line from the master cylnder to the frame. also you might want to change the original body mounts to new ones. I have done several of these, only on jeeps though.
I think it is a cheap way to stuff some larger tires while keeping
the stock ride. Mr buddie hates his blames them for cracking
the body at every mount.

Mike

Trick76 · 02-03-2003, 09:21 PM

Hey '89Z71,

You will need to lower the radiator, extend the clutch linkage, and make sure that your shifter still moves freely. I have not installed one on the same model as yours, but have installed them on a manual tranny vehicle before. We simply welded a 3 inch extension into the clutch linkage to return it to stock position. The kit should come with radiator relocating brackets, and your steering you will have to check, might be ok, sometimes you have to drill out a plastic piece to get the shaft to extend. The other thing you need to check is the filler neck on your gas tank. Most of the time they are ok, but you might have to buy a longer piece of rubber. As stated before 4Wheel parts has done a million of these, take advantage of their expertise.

Derek

phantom dually · 02-18-2003, 08:48 PM

This is a piece of cake. I installed a performance accessories brand part#10013 for a 94 chevytruck. This kit comes with everything you need to install. You will have to cut and weld the lickage bracket but it is very simple. The only piece you do not get is the rear bumper relocation brackets. You do get front bumper relocation brackets, steering shaft extension, radiator spacers and a bracket to move e brake cable out of your way. A shop in my town wanted $400 to install. I did it myself in about 8-10 hours. Good luck!! This kit is also available from summit. I paid $160.

'89Z71 · 03-24-2003, 11:41 PM

phantom dually : could you send me a picture of the clutch linkage piece that has to be lenghtened 3" and explain how to do it. i dont want to screw this up. thanx

01-28-2003, 10:12 AM	#3
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	89z71 Welcome to the board from a fellow newby. I also am a transplanted cheesehead. I am from The Oneida Nation, but grew up in Muskego. You will find this site is addictive, and there really ought to be a government mandated warning on the site...naw, old Ralph Nader has already damaged the auto industry too much HeHe

01-31-2003, 01:39 AM	#4
chevykid04 4 speed, hurst shiftin Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hudson, Wi Posts: 405	welcome to the site, from a nearby cheesehead, __________________ Shane 1970 Chevy C10

02-01-2003, 11:28 AM	#5
jd4300fel Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: wheatland, Ca Posts: 427	89Z71, What, you will also need to think about is lowering the radiator, or simply removeing the sheild. also the length of brakes line from the master cylnder to the frame. also you might want to change the original body mounts to new ones. I have done several of these, only on jeeps though. I think it is a cheap way to stuff some larger tires while keeping the stock ride. Mr buddie hates his blames them for cracking the body at every mount. Mike __________________ Mike K Friend of Bill W

02-03-2003, 09:21 PM	#6
Trick76 Living la vida broka Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: P'ville California Posts: 221	Hey '89Z71, You will need to lower the radiator, extend the clutch linkage, and make sure that your shifter still moves freely. I have not installed one on the same model as yours, but have installed them on a manual tranny vehicle before. We simply welded a 3 inch extension into the clutch linkage to return it to stock position. The kit should come with radiator relocating brackets, and your steering you will have to check, might be ok, sometimes you have to drill out a plastic piece to get the shaft to extend. The other thing you need to check is the filler neck on your gas tank. Most of the time they are ok, but you might have to buy a longer piece of rubber. As stated before 4Wheel parts has done a million of these, take advantage of their expertise. Derek __________________ 1976 C10 Longbed lowered 5/7, hot 355/TH350. ~ SOLD 1974 C10 Shortbed Stepside 350/Saginaw ~ SOLD 1984 C10 Longbed 6.2l diesel 700r4. ~SOLD 1985 GMC C20 350 700r4, ~under the knife

02-18-2003, 08:48 PM	#7
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,792	This is a piece of cake. I installed a performance accessories brand part#10013 for a 94 chevytruck. This kit comes with everything you need to install. You will have to cut and weld the lickage bracket but it is very simple. The only piece you do not get is the rear bumper relocation brackets. You do get front bumper relocation brackets, steering shaft extension, radiator spacers and a bracket to move e brake cable out of your way. A shop in my town wanted $400 to install. I did it myself in about 8-10 hours. Good luck!! This kit is also available from summit. I paid $160. __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

01-28-2003, 12:02 AM	#1
'89Z71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Star Prairie WI Posts: 392	need help on installing 3" body lift I have an '89 GMC Sierra Z71 with the 350 and a 5spd manual tranny and i would like to install a 3" body lift. From what I've heard I need a steering extension(encluded in the kit) and i would have to do some work on the shifter? or tranny linkage? I NEED HELP! any and all info on this install is needed. I want it to be done right the first time Thanx! I'm new to this forum so hi from me to everyone!!!! Attached Images __________________ '89 GMC Sierra Z71 -"Scream'n Demon" * LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES * My Truck

01-28-2003, 01:07 AM	#2
Dropped67step Gearhead since birth Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Ft. Worth TX. Posts: 190	I think 4 wheel parts sell the part that you will need for the shifter If not they can prombly build you one becouse they install these kits everyday hope this helps.

03-24-2003, 11:41 PM	#8
'89Z71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Star Prairie WI Posts: 392	phantom dually : could you send me a picture of the clutch linkage piece that has to be lenghtened 3" and explain how to do it. i dont want to screw this up. thanx __________________ '89 GMC Sierra Z71 -"Scream'n Demon" * LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES * My Truck



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