2wd lift kit

[Devil Pup]

Ok so i know that this is a popular topic and my ?'s have most likely all been answered. and i know that fab tech used to make one for the 73-87 trucks. . but i figure the worst anyone could say is no they still dont make one or no-no one has one. I wanna know if there is ANY manufacturers out there who make a lift kit for the 67-72 2wd trucks?? or does anyone have one that they are willing to sell me?

thanks guys in whatever happens. Devil Dog.

[zammer]

Do you want to lift up the body only or a kit on the suspension?

You can get a body lift kit by using taller mounts like those used on a 4x4..

[Devil Pup]

i want a suspension lift. something with some travel not a stern ride.

[chevyblazer]

you can changel the ball joints and a 88-98 spildles

[Devil Pup]

are you saying that 88-98 spindles will bolt up to our year and in turn I could use a lift for that year??

Originally Posted by chevyblazer

you can changel the ball joints and a 88-98 spildles

[Dingfodgy]

Please don't tell me you want to build a ghetto-a$$ed "DONK" with your truck! However, given the nature of the 2wd IFS setup- it will be challenging to develop a lift that is strong and safe. Simply swapping out to late model spindles won't do anything because, if I recall, the '88+ C/K 1500's use a torsion bar front IFS setup which is completely different then our control arm system. Bottom line is you will need to fab some brackets or maybe an entirely new cross member that moves the control arms down and then install taller springs and shocks. You'll probably have to do a drop pitman arm as well.
I suggest checking out any "Urban" themed car mag or website and see what fools are doing to donk-i-fy their Impalas, Cutty's, Regals, etc....it would be the same basic concept. As far a a lucrative market for such a "kit" is concerned, I'm skeptical that there would be much demand for it...but my opinion should not stop you from giving it a shot.

[Critter]

Originally Posted by Dingfodgy

...if I recall, the '88+ C/K 1500's use a torsion bar front IFS setup which is completely different then our control arm system.

That's not 100% true. The "K"s used torsion bars, the "C"s used upper and lower control arms just like the 67-72 2wds (and for that matter, so did the 73-87 2wds). I don't think all the parts are interchangeable, but the basic idea is the same.

Also, I think Devil Pup is going for a Prerunner look, not a Donk...but I could be wrong.

[chevy3100]

I guess the question is - are you going for the funny looking DONK look, or are you going for a pre-runner style truck?

If it's a donk, then ghetto fab away..... (eliminate the shocks, springs, etc. just weld up solid bars & drop the crossmember down)

If you are looking for a pre-runner style setup (like Belltech and others have sold for later model trucks) you may want to look into seeing if the 73+ version will work on your truck.

I'm kind of curious as well as I have always liked pre-runner style trucks, 2wd, lift & plenty of suspension travel.

[mclairmo]

This topic has been addressed at length before. The 73-87 Fabtech control arms will bolt up to our trucks and give you plenty of lift. They are not produced anymore, though. However, you sometimes see them used. Nobody makes a 2wd lift kit for our trucks. However, you can use a ball joint spacer designed for 73 and up trucks. I have one made by Fabtech and it fits fine. Fabtech does not make them anymore (I believe) but they and others still seem to have some left as I just bought mine on Ebay recently. Also use a ultra low profile bump stop on the upper arm. You can also then buy front lift coils for the 73 and up trucks. I have those, too, and they are almost identical to the coils on our trucks. Mine are about 1.5 inches longer than stock but lift the front about 3 inches. The rear coils can be lifted with round aluminum spacers sold by Global West or on Ebay. OR, you can switch to 88-98 ball joints and use an aftermarket lift spindle designed for use with the 88-98 trucks. Others have gone this route for more lift and it allows you to swap to discs in the front, too. I believe you may have to switch to the 3/4 ton lower arm to fit the proper ball joint, can't remember for sure though. Do a more thorough search on here and you should find more info.

To answer your last question, it would seem to not make sense to make your own kit because the interest for one is minimal and the cost of a patent is very high. You would need to hire a patent attorney to actually do it right and get approval. Also, Fabtech has already made one that works on our trucks. It would be better to buy a used set of Fabtech arms or buy their patterns/jig from them, if available. Also, there may be other companies out there that make a kit for the 73 and up that would fit our trucks.

[Devil Pup]

thanks a ton for all the info guys. and to answer the question, why would i build a donk and disgrace the chevy name?? all the rest of you are right i want a pre runner style. like this one . . .. . . fab tech kits are near to impossible to find now. and ive done the coil spring spacer and just not happy with it. so i have a 3/4 ton. would the 88-98 lift spindle most likely bolt directly up to my system?

[mclairmo]

Yes, with the correct ball joints installed. Several on here have done it.

[pcorriveau951]

ok, so i have a question what is the difference between the 1/2 and 3/4 ton lower control arms?

[pooz911]

fabtech makes a lifted spindle for the c2500 1992-1999 8 lug.

Part number - FTS2588-7 4 1/2” Lift Spindles

if these work on our trucks, please let me know.

[epashhans]

Hey Devil Pup, have you seen this thread? I think you might like it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=282398

[Devil Pup]

Originally Posted by epashhans

Hey Devil Pup, have you seen this thread? I think you might like it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=282398

Ya thats actually the thread that got me thinking about all this again lol. so does anyone know if either of these kits would work

http://fabtechsuspensionkits.com/che...ystem-441.html

http://fabtechsuspensionkits.com/che...ystem-440.html

Thanks again guys for all the help

[Devil Pup]

IDK why i havent thought of this sooner but there is one kit out there for our trucks that im aware of but its a kit that widens the track about 3in. i know i could bolt this to my truck. do you think i could use this kit and put lift spindles on the truck and get a 6in lift????

http://www.airbagit.com/product-p/x2-car-gm6387c.htm

[Devil Pup]

or how about the spindles http://fabtechsuspensionkits.com/che...ystem-443.html

or this 7.5in long travel. http://fabtechsuspensionkits.com/che...ystem-445.html would these work if i put the new year ball joints in or?

[chevyblazer]

y have don it to my blazer only its to drop unstead ob lift the only think you need to changel are ball joints sterring terminal and brake lines your question about 3/4 spindle y dont think that it will bolt on, but to that truck y think you can do the same thig with ball joints or put a 72 control arm y think havent work on 66 trucks

[Warrens69GMC]

Originally Posted by chevyblazer

y have don it to my blazer only its to drop unstead ob lift the only think you need to changel are ball joints sterreng terminal and brake lines your question about 3/4 spindle y dont think that it will bolt on but to that truck y think you can do the same thig with ball joints or put a 72 control arm y think havent work on 66 trucks

WHAT?

I can't even comprehend that mess.

[chevyblazer]

its easy just need to change ball joints and 88-98spindles will fit

[Marc33]

so for confirmation: to lift a 71 2500 2wd
88-98 3/4 ton spindles fabtech
88-98 3/4 ton upper and lower ball joints oe
do you need to replace all of the brake parts(rotors, bearings, calipers) as well?

[pooz911]

If I remember the story right......the 88 - 98 spindles were for the 1/2 ton 5 lug truck. 92 - 99 spindles are for the 3/4 ton. to my knowedge. the 92 - 99 spindles have not been done yet on a 8 lug truck. If it has, I've been waiting to see what part combo they used

[junkyardjohn]

Originally Posted by Devil Pup

i want a suspension lift. something with some travel not a stern ride.

THAT BLUE & BIG LETTERING SURE IS EASY ON MY OLD EYES. SORRY I CAN'T ANSWER YOUR QUESTION THOUGH. BUT I DO LIKE THE LOOK OF THAT LIFTED 66 ABOUT 1000 TIMES BETTER THAN ALL THE LOW RIDERS I SEE. JOHN

[Devil Pup]

Originally Posted by junkyardjohn

THAT BLUE & BIG LETTERING SURE IS EASY ON MY OLD EYES. SORRY I CAN'T ANSWER YOUR QUESTION THOUGH. BUT I DO LIKE THE LOOK OF THAT LIFTED 66 ABOUT 1000 TIMES BETTER THAN ALL THE LOW RIDERS I SEE. JOHN

john i agree thats for sure. dont get me wrong some lowered trucks look great but i like a nice clean lift.

[chevyblazer]

made mistake with the 3/4 ball joints the upper ball joints fits the lower doesnt my freind did it but he cut ball joint hole the control arm and welded the newer arm