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Old 09-22-2008, 12:25 AM   #1
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Question Lifting a 1-ton

OK, I think I could order Superlift's 6-inch lift kit (K462), but can anyone confirm that for a 1978 Chevy 1-ton Crew-Cab Pick-up w/350 auto? Also, what if I want to go higher? Can I do a body lift? What about add-a-leafs in addition to the 6-inch kit? What about steerinf geometry? How do you guys do it anyway?

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Old 09-22-2008, 02:12 AM   #2
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Re: Lifting a 1-ton

so your lifting a 1 ton, well lets see , i got one of those ill share my expierience. you want to go 6 inch? if thats the case steering geo is not a big deal, put the steering arm riser in and your set. As far as springs and such, i have 6 inch springs from a blazer w/2 inch add a leaf up front, handles the weight of the crew cab diesel just fine, in the rear i got offroad design shakle reversal, and a 4 inch block, i know i know blocks are bad, but this is just temp, while i gather everything for the 12 inch lift. Anymore ?'s let me know im glad to help!
heres mine, 8 inches w/38.5x11 boggers
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Old 09-22-2008, 02:13 AM   #3
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Re: Lifting a 1-ton

oh yeah almost forgot, body lift BAD!
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57' shortbed stepside 4x4
72' longbed cheyenne super 4x4
78' blazer lil lift w/ chalet
84' shortbed lowrider aka "troubletruck"
84' 1 ton crew cab dually lifted 8" on 38.5 boggers
87' burb shes my daily
89' blazer, wheelin/plow rig
8?' blazer chassised super short stepside
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Old 09-22-2008, 07:19 AM   #4
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Re: Lifting a 1-ton

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Old 09-22-2008, 09:13 PM   #5
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Re: Lifting a 1-ton

yup, you said it, lots of good points made grendel! i agree on everything you said! i also checked out the link to your build, looks sick! Keep up the good work.
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57' shortbed stepside 4x4
72' longbed cheyenne super 4x4
78' blazer lil lift w/ chalet
84' shortbed lowrider aka "troubletruck"
84' 1 ton crew cab dually lifted 8" on 38.5 boggers
87' burb shes my daily
89' blazer, wheelin/plow rig
8?' blazer chassised super short stepside

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