Z71 vs. Silverado SS??
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Thanks for the feedback guys. I should've guessed there would be minor differences in front drivetrain between 4WD & AWD. Good, too, to know that the factory achieved lower front stance using the 2500 keys - now I gotta figure out how to go about swapping those out if I should choose to go that route...
The rear I think I've got figured out. I've got Belltech shackles and 2wd U-bolts enroute. That will enable some adjustability between 3" - 4" Drop. I did the Belltech shackles on my last truck, an '02 Sierra in 2WD, and am familiar with them and enjoyed the results...
In front, I think I'll begin by decranking the T-bars all the way and see what that gets me... If not suffice, I'll try swapping in the 2500 keys and adjust from there. Anybody have a source for the Belltech drop bumpstops? So far, my searches are fruitless. If not, perhaps I'll drop by the dealership and look into whether there's a difference in bumpstops between Silvy SS and the Z71's (seems to me there would have to be, wouldn't there?)
I'd considered using the Belltech 2" spindles, but I have a nice set of 16" Firestone Winterforce tires mounted on steelies that I plan to use in season...
FWIW, I just took delivery of a set of Michelin Cross Terrain SUV's in 275/65-17 that I plan to mount on the factory aluminum 17's along with this drop. I know they're a little taller profile than most folks here like, but they should ride nice and they're shorter than the factory 70 series while filling the wheel well nicely along with a 2/3 or a 3/4 Drop...
Anyway, if anybody else has input, feel free to post, otherwise I'll update later on with results and perhaps pics...
Thunder, I like the results with your truck - looks like you and I share the same taste, an appreciation for dropped 4x4's and the new GTO!
The rear I think I've got figured out. I've got Belltech shackles and 2wd U-bolts enroute. That will enable some adjustability between 3" - 4" Drop. I did the Belltech shackles on my last truck, an '02 Sierra in 2WD, and am familiar with them and enjoyed the results...
In front, I think I'll begin by decranking the T-bars all the way and see what that gets me... If not suffice, I'll try swapping in the 2500 keys and adjust from there. Anybody have a source for the Belltech drop bumpstops? So far, my searches are fruitless. If not, perhaps I'll drop by the dealership and look into whether there's a difference in bumpstops between Silvy SS and the Z71's (seems to me there would have to be, wouldn't there?)
I'd considered using the Belltech 2" spindles, but I have a nice set of 16" Firestone Winterforce tires mounted on steelies that I plan to use in season...
FWIW, I just took delivery of a set of Michelin Cross Terrain SUV's in 275/65-17 that I plan to mount on the factory aluminum 17's along with this drop. I know they're a little taller profile than most folks here like, but they should ride nice and they're shorter than the factory 70 series while filling the wheel well nicely along with a 2/3 or a 3/4 Drop...
Anyway, if anybody else has input, feel free to post, otherwise I'll update later on with results and perhaps pics...
Thunder, I like the results with your truck - looks like you and I share the same taste, an appreciation for dropped 4x4's and the new GTO!
do you have the parts numbers for the u bolts you bought???
i have an 05 serria denali and it sits like a z71 with the blocks, they have to go!!!
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Well I hope this may be some help...
My 04 VHO had factory 2in blocks for the rear and the recent owner tightend the keys ALL the way. It set as high or the same as most Z-71!! Sooo, I had some 2wd u-bolts, removed the blocks, removed overload leaf, installed 2in shackles, removed key adj. bolts and got an alignment. Total cost $94.50... Im very pleased. If anyone is interested I can try to post a final pic of the truck. Good luck
My 04 VHO had factory 2in blocks for the rear and the recent owner tightend the keys ALL the way. It set as high or the same as most Z-71!! Sooo, I had some 2wd u-bolts, removed the blocks, removed overload leaf, installed 2in shackles, removed key adj. bolts and got an alignment. Total cost $94.50... Im very pleased. If anyone is interested I can try to post a final pic of the truck. Good luck
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