Im looking to install 2.5 T rocks under my truck. Ive read that there can be clearance issues with the top chunk/front driveshaft and the oil pan on engine. I have a blazer frame with a 468 BBC and a deep oil pan. I only have 8" susp lift right now and am planning on keeping leaf springs for now. Trying to keep cost of install down. How much lift would I need to clear the oil pan? Do I need more lift? Any ideas? I know WTF sells lift block spring perches, which might be an option.
Wildtime told me to have at least 10" between pan and top loader.....i moved my engine up 6" and back 3".....with 4" springs. I dont plan on running them like that, just going to use bolt them to it for the 4 link setup....then big shocks ;D
Ok, that will at least give me a starting point. Thanks!
What He Said! I Got 12" Springs And 7" Blocks And I Know I Got Lots Of Room... loll
I only have 8" springs so ill have to see how big of a block ill need when i get em under. Are the tubes 3.5" x3.5"?
I can measure tomorrow for ya!....i thought i read you gain like 2-3in because of the size of the tubes.....not really sure though....maybe that was 5 tons
Ok thanks! Id like to start on fabbing some lift blocks, so i was curious on the tube size. Ive been looking online for quite awhile, cant seem to find size anywhere.
I GOT 12 INCH WITH A 427 BB FOR 3 YEARS NOT A PROBLEMS
sorry man, never got a chance to get that measurement for ya....will try and get it tomorrow....once again...sorry!
Quote from: Rollover Herb on May 02, 2011, 03:15:58 PM
I GOT 12 INCH WITH A 427 BB FOR 3 YEARS NOT A PROBLEMS
Thanks Herb!
Quote from: homewrecker john on May 03, 2011, 12:09:44 AM
sorry man, never got a chance to get that measurement for ya....will try and get it tomorrow....once again...sorry!
No problem!
mine r 3.5by3.5 your right
i thought herb had a straight 6 in it hmmm i also have alway herd 10" min
Measured my 5 ton axle tube they re 5 inch
i have a set of spring plats if you want them for a size pattern i dont need them
Quote from: millser on May 03, 2011, 09:20:45 AM
i have a set of spring plats if you want them for a size pattern i dont need them
Yup, I sure could use those! Illl figure out a day I can shoot out there and get em. Thanks Tom!
I have A set of 4 U bolts ( maybe 14" long not sure) let me know. Like 50$ nuts and washers.
Quote from: mud for fun on May 04, 2011, 06:03:52 PM
I have A set of 4 U bolts ( maybe 14" long not sure) let me know. Like 50$ nuts and washers.
Ok thanks, ill keep that in mind