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closer9 · 08-25-2011, 02:30 PM

Can someone tell me what the rear hub to fender distance should be for (approximately, I realize there are a lot of variables) a stock or lifted Blazer. The '79 I'm most likely trading for a in a few weeks is 23" from center of hub to the bottom of the fender in the rear. Don't have front measurements. Also, the front wheels seem set back really far compared to the opening. Don't notice this on Dad's '85 2WD pickup. Is that normal for a 4WD?

I'm trying to decide what to do about tires/wheels. I have a very nice set of 33/11.5/16's that I would like to put on it, but that means buying 16" wheels and a lift if they rub. Also considering talking Dad out of a set of 31/10.5/15's that are new,and on a truck he doesn't drive, but he's not really too interested in letting them go.

thanks!

68Timber · 08-27-2011, 09:27 PM

I have a stock M1009, it's got heavier duty springs but otherwise seems to be about the same height as a factory civilian 4x4. I'll measure it tomorrow.

68Timber · 08-28-2011, 12:15 PM

I'm at 21" from the fender lip to the center of the rear axle hub. The front axle is centered in the wheel-wells same as my 2wd K5. Post some pictures if you can.

68Timber · 08-28-2011, 12:26 PM

Here's a side shot of NCTyphoonKid's 4x4, this is what a stock K5 should look like.

closer9 · 08-28-2011, 10:59 PM

Thanks... Going to try to get some good Pix this week.
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closer9 · 09-06-2011, 12:12 AM

Well, didn't get to bring the Blazer home. Brakes needed more work than we had time for. Did get new sway bar bushings, tie rod ends and steering stabilizer. Also, pulled the bug guard and running boards off, and put on a set of 15x8 rallys with 255/60/15's. Still plan on putting on 33's.

Also, it appears there IS a lift on the truck, and it would seem about 2". The rear springs are new, and front appears to have an AAL.

Will be heading back down in a few weeks to fix the brakes. Guess I need to start advertising my Dodge...

WarBeard · 09-06-2011, 12:23 AM

Ive never seen a add a leaf used in the front....Blazer looks really good!

08-25-2011, 02:30 PM	#1
closer9 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pineveille, MO Posts: 92	Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? Can someone tell me what the rear hub to fender distance should be for (approximately, I realize there are a lot of variables) a stock or lifted Blazer. The '79 I'm most likely trading for a in a few weeks is 23" from center of hub to the bottom of the fender in the rear. Don't have front measurements. Also, the front wheels seem set back really far compared to the opening. Don't notice this on Dad's '85 2WD pickup. Is that normal for a 4WD? I'm trying to decide what to do about tires/wheels. I have a very nice set of 33/11.5/16's that I would like to put on it, but that means buying 16" wheels and a lift if they rub. Also considering talking Dad out of a set of 31/10.5/15's that are new,and on a truck he doesn't drive, but he's not really too interested in letting them go. thanks!

08-27-2011, 09:27 PM	#2
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? I have a stock M1009, it's got heavier duty springs but otherwise seems to be about the same height as a factory civilian 4x4. I'll measure it tomorrow. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

08-28-2011, 12:15 PM	#3
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? I'm at 21" from the fender lip to the center of the rear axle hub. The front axle is centered in the wheel-wells same as my 2wd K5. Post some pictures if you can. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

08-28-2011, 12:26 PM	#4
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? Here's a side shot of NCTyphoonKid's 4x4, this is what a stock K5 should look like. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

08-28-2011, 10:59 PM	#5
closer9 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pineveille, MO Posts: 92	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? Thanks... Going to try to get some good Pix this week. Posted via Mobile Device

09-06-2011, 12:12 AM	#6
closer9 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pineveille, MO Posts: 92	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? Well, didn't get to bring the Blazer home. Brakes needed more work than we had time for. Did get new sway bar bushings, tie rod ends and steering stabilizer. Also, pulled the bug guard and running boards off, and put on a set of 15x8 rallys with 255/60/15's. Still plan on putting on 33's. Also, it appears there IS a lift on the truck, and it would seem about 2". The rear springs are new, and front appears to have an AAL. Will be heading back down in a few weeks to fix the brakes. Guess I need to start advertising my Dodge...

09-06-2011, 12:23 AM	#7
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Re: Can someone check these measurements? Is this K5 lifted? Ive never seen a add a leaf used in the front....Blazer looks really good! __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.



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