I was looking at my rig today and thinking how I would like to put 35's on her when the time comes for new tires (not very soon). I have 3" of suspension lift (specs in the signature) and already 3" of BL. Are there any small things I could do to get another inch or two to fit the 35s in place of my 33s? My 33s rub the frame rail when reversing in full turn but thats it. I have the stock rear leafs on right now, but if I put on the Chevys, I get another inch or so in the rear (mount welded a little too close to the rear). Would that be enough? If so, in the front, what could I do? Spindle lift perhaps? Some sort of spacers? Or do you think i'd need to put new springs/struts in? Thanks!

 

You'll probably be ok in the front, although you may have to trim the fender a little bit depending on your backspacing. As for the rear, if you do the chevy leaf springs, be prepared to relocate your rear shock mounts as well. You may want to consider a new 8/9/10 rear leafpack from deaver, or a custom leafpack from alcan, although both of those will probably run more $ than the chevys... just depends how much work you're willing to put into it to save a few bucks.

 

sorry for the long time since posting, but you said i should be prepared to relocate the rear shock mounts. what do you mean? the Chevy's are ready to go, meaning everything has been welded in, I just need to physically unbolt and rebolt the leafs. As for the rear shocks, those have been redone too, mounted triangular. Would I still need to do anything in the rear?

Any other options for the front to give me another inch or two on suspension?