Lifting the rear suspension (4 X 4)

[pcorssmit]

I want to lift the rear of my truck about an inch. I'm not real crazy with the idea of adding bigger blocks (the factory ones are 4-3/4" tall), but it seems like the only easy way to do it. I found some 5-1/2" blocks (new) for a reasonable price, and my u-bolts are already long enough after replacing the factory overloads with the Roadmasters. Wondering if anyone has done a mild lift on the rear, and how you did it.

Pete

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'97 2500 CC 4X4 5spd Sport
'83 K5 Blazer 350 TBI (ex 6. 2), 39. 5 TSLs, 3" lift, Dana 60/GM 14 blt, Detroits

 

[Craig DeYoung]

Pete,

I bought skyjacker replacement leaf springs DR76, supposed to net 1-1. 5" lift, and eliminate the blocks. I'll be installing them this spring. I wanted to eliminate the blocks because I think that they contribute to axle hop.

Craig

 

[Cooker]

Craig,

How well did the springs do to eliminate axle hop? How is the ride compared to stock?

Thanks, Ryan

 

[pcorssmit]

Well, I think I'm gonna try the blocks, probably the 5-1/2s, maybe the 6's.

Pete