1972 K5 4x4 modified build

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by Justin G

So you ran the 4" lift springs, rear shackle flip, and zero rate giving you about 9" of lift in the rear? Did you just used a degree shim on the front? I'm guessing with the B-52 and 4" lift springs you've got about 8" of lift on the front?

I'm going to run H2 wheels......since they are only 8.5" wide........I think I'm going to stick with 37" tires. I'll buy either the BFG Mud-Terrain KM2's in 37x12.50r17's or Toyo Open Country MT in 37x13.50r17's.

If I run the B-52, and rear shackle flip like you suggested....what would you recommend on springs to level the truck and clear 37's?

Sorry for all the questions.......but I appreciate any advice you've got. If my Blazer turns out half as good as yours I'll be a happy man!

Yeah, that's about it. Your springs will settle some. Mine did a lot. I ended up adding a zero rate to the front to level it out. I will probably look at Deaver or Alcan in the future, or probably link it if I get bored.

This should leave enough room for mild wheeling, you won't stuff the tire at full compression and not rub on the rear of the front fenders, but it works okay for trail riding and such.

[Tylerz181500]

if i had that sorta fab skill and equiptment id keep my 72 holy cow dude nice work!

[1tuff71]

Outstanding work.

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by Tylerz181500

if i had that sorta fab skill and equipment id keep my 72 holy cow dude nice work!

Originally Posted by 1tuff71

Outstanding work.

Thanks guys!

[Chulisohombre]

Great work. You sir are a master fabricator. Love all the custom work. I want your cage. Tons of work but is just so sweet. I'm just happy to finally have found a rollbar that fits in mine. No one around me would do the work to make one for me. Too much liability.

[1976K5CHALET]

Amazing...stunning...dear lord. I wish i had your fab skills but alas not so lucky.
Did you make your NP241c parking brake set up. That's by next issue to surmount.
My case has the shorty short SYE kit from JB Conversions. I'll assume the parking brake disc...mounts etc were hand made? Did you just use the front section of the oem park brake cable to operate it?

DW

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by 1976K5CHALET

Amazing...stunning...dear lord. I wish i had your fab skills but alas not so lucky.
Did you make your NP241c parking brake set up. That's by next issue to surmount.
My case has the shorty short SYE kit from JB Conversions. I'll assume the parking brake disc...mounts etc were hand made? Did you just use the front section of the oem park brake cable to operate it?

DW

Well, honestly I have not finalized the parking brake yet. Disc and mount were made, and it is supposed to use a Grand Am caliper. I just can't decide on a activating handle location since the original spot is filled by the down tube on the cage. It is on my to-do list as soon as my son's Chevelle is rolled out of the shop. I'll update as I continue...

[mcmlxix]

SO I was wondering if you had some pics of the front shock mounts, especially how they cleared your steering shaft. Also, did you use spacers on the upper shock mount?

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by mcmlxix

SO I was wondering if you had some pics of the front shock mounts, especially how they cleared your steering shaft. Also, did you use spacers on the upper shock mount?

Here are a few, let me know if you need others. I did space it out a bit to clear while the suspension cycles.

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[K5 MAX]

I know I'm a few years late but just found this thread since recently joining this forum. Your build and fab skills are simply amazing, I like everyone else who has commented am floored by your fab talents. Hard to believe this was your first big build like this. Did you just teach yourself how to do this or what?! Will you adopt me so I can learn from you? Ha. How long did the build take to the point you had it out in the snow? Any new progress??

[Walter White]

i just stumbled onto this thread...mind blown

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by Walter White

i just stumbled onto this thread...mind blown

Thanks, kinda same for me. It just grew into this.

[67Steven]

Originally Posted by K5 MAX

I know I'm a few years late but just found this thread since recently joining this forum. Your build and fab skills are simply amazing, I like everyone else who has commented am floored by your fab talents. Hard to believe this was your first big build like this. Did you just teach yourself how to do this or what?! Will you adopt me so I can learn from you? Ha. How long did the build take to the point you had it out in the snow? Any new progress??

Thanks for the kind words. Took about 3 years, with a year of no work since I was burned out. Built a canvas bikini top for it, I will update as I iron out the bugs on it, nothing else really.