Rear block removal
02-15-2011, 10:40 PM
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Mine sits the same. I like a bit of rake so this is good. Blocks and 2" drop shackles in back. The reg cabs sit REALLY high in the back stock. Also, truck has dropped a bit overall since new.
I had to use 2 degree shims to get my u-joints back to where they like it. Most guys I have talked to did not have to do this, so not sure if its due to the factory optioned 20" wheel/suspension package or what...
I had to use 2 degree shims to get my u-joints back to where they like it. Most guys I have talked to did not have to do this, so not sure if its due to the factory optioned 20" wheel/suspension package or what...
I'll likely go with pulling the blocks, shackles and springs out back and spindles and coil relocators up front....likely from Tim at suspension online, unless I can find a deal out there.
Anyone know if re-arcing the stock rear springs would screw up the ride? I can get this done cheap...I have a buddy with a spring shop.
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2WD should be the same Ubolts as 4WD... Unless the non-Z71 2WD's don't come with lift blocks...
My truck didn't really get much difference at first, then it seems to "settle"
Though, the 6 sand backs and pair of wheels/tires in the back give it a little cali-lean now...
It did however, lose a touch of body roll in corners, and seemed to hug the road a little better, as well as launch a touch better... That might be in my head, though, lol.
01-05-2012, 01:03 PM
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The NNBS all have a 1" lift block in the back 2wd and 4wd..
You can just use washers to take up space on the longer U bolts
After you remove the blocks.. I used 2wd U bolts from the older body
Style (01-06) just to keep things simple and clean looking .. The part number I posted earlier will work for 07 and newer ...
You can just use washers to take up space on the longer U bolts
After you remove the blocks.. I used 2wd U bolts from the older body
Style (01-06) just to keep things simple and clean looking .. The part number I posted earlier will work for 07 and newer ...
01-05-2012, 01:27 PM
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The NNBS all have a 1" lift block in the back 2wd and 4wd..
You can just use washers to take up space on the longer U bolts
After you remove the blocks.. I used 2wd U bolts from the older body
Style (01-06) just to keep things simple and clean looking .. The part number I posted earlier will work for 07 and newer ...
You can just use washers to take up space on the longer U bolts
After you remove the blocks.. I used 2wd U bolts from the older body
Style (01-06) just to keep things simple and clean looking .. The part number I posted earlier will work for 07 and newer ...
Yeah when i did mine on Monday i was looking for a way to put the lift block on top of the springs so i wouldn't have to store it and not have to tighten up the 4 bolts an extra 1" per bolt.
My truck is lower in the back now but i'm thinking i may have over tightened the ubolts. Anyone happen to know the torque on them? 53ftlb??
01-16-2012, 10:29 PM
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Yeah when i did mine on Monday i was looking for a way to put the lift block on top of the springs so i wouldn't have to store it and not have to tighten up the 4 bolts an extra 1" per bolt.
My truck is lower in the back now but i'm thinking i may have over tightened the ubolts. Anyone happen to know the torque on them? 53ftlb??
My truck is lower in the back now but i'm thinking i may have over tightened the ubolts. Anyone happen to know the torque on them? 53ftlb??
