Body lift question

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:13 am

Looking for a body lift. Would like not to have to drill or cut. Also need spacers. 2" body and 1.5" spacers. What brand and were do I get them?
So lost. Thanks guys.

Jigg · Post by **Jigg** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:31 am

For the body lift, most guys run the Performance Accessories body lift. As far as i remember, there isn't any drilling or cutting, if there is, it's minimal. What year/make/model is your truck?

For the spacers, look for seller "completevalue" on ebay, he seems to have the best deals.

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:40 am

2003 crew ZR5. And thanks for your help. What are these rear spacers and who makes them and were do they go?

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:41 am

ooppps just read the spacer part. No worries.

Jigg · Post by **Jigg** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:48 am

Ok, so you'll need Performance Accessories kit 192, call Brad at Diversified Creations and ask him for a price, chances are you'll get the best price from them:

(810) 227-4777
or
sales@diversifiedcreations.com

BDS also has a body lift kit, you might want to ask him for a price on that one too.

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 05, 2006 8:58 am

Thanks so much. Calling now.

Jigg · Post by **Jigg** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 9:26 am

You're very welcome... Mike (the owner of DC) is a great guy... they'll treat you well.

top_sgt · Post by **top_sgt** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 11:16 am

welcome tj!!

if you need help with the body lift... let us know. most of us have done them before!!!!

TJ · Post by TJ » Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:03 pm

Anybody have pics of their crewcab with a body lift? Would love to see some. Mine is going to be done next week. Thanks to you guys giving me direction. I was lost for a bit. Sucks to be a newbie sometimes. Am doing the 2in body, 1.25 rear spacers, and try 31in tires. Will use shackles if needed. Any advantage to them? You guys are great. My old lady and wallet dont like you though because this project went from a "want" to a "need".

Post by **HenryJ** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:26 pm

TJ wrote:Anybody have pics of their crewcab with a body lift?

Check out the gallery - S-10CREWCAB.COM Gallery I think there are more lifted than not.

Post by **Walt** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:41 pm

TJ · Post by TJ » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:31 pm

Beautiful! Is that just a body lift? What size is that?

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:33 pm

TJ wrote:Beautiful! Is that just a body lift? What size is that?

That is a 2" and it is the only size that works with our crew cabs

Welome to the forum!

Post by **Walt** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:35 pm

TJ wrote:Beautiful! Is that just a body lift? What size is that?

Thanks.

2" body lift, torsion bar crank in the front, 2" lift shackles in the back, Skidz Fender Flares, 31x10.5x15's. 33's will come in the future. For now, check out F9K9's gallery for pics. He has roughly the same setup as I do, except he's running 33x10.5x15's.

TJ · Post by TJ » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:37 pm

That is exacly what I am looking for. This is perfect. Mine is being done next week. Now I feel alot better about it. Buying you guys a beer if you ever come to California. Damn gorgeous.

TJ · Post by TJ » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:44 pm

I just found it. Perfect!!! I love the height and look. Both rigs are beautiful. Now I NEED the lift and what kind of brush guard is that? I NEED one of those too. I am going to be single at this rate.

TJ · Post by TJ » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:56 pm

How about wheel backspacing? I have 1.25 rear spacers on the way. I dont have to use them. I know it is supposed to be unique but you guys have what I am looking for and have obviously done it right.

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:59 pm

Mine was a used WAAG. Westin and Manik aslo make good units.

Post by **Walt** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 4:50 pm

On stock wheels, 2" spacers on the rear line the tires up with the fenders the best IMO.

I have a WAAG Sportster (Pushbar) on mine. It mounts the same way as the WAAG brushguards.

TJ · Post by TJ » Mon Oct 09, 2006 3:10 pm

What is the back spacing on the rims? Just ordered a WAAG grill guard, 2" shackles are on the way, 2" Body lift is on the way, 31/10.5/15 buy 3 get 1 free are already paid for and waiting. Now for the black American Racing or black RockCrawler rims. Just need back spacing. Should all be complete by friday. YAHOO. Thanks.

Post by **HenryJ** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 3:16 pm

I'd suggest as close to 5" as you can get.

4.75" rear spacing should work well with a 7" wheel.

Plan on some rubbing though. Mine was driveable, but rubbed quite a bit with that combination.

Post by **Walt** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 4:50 pm

HenryJ wrote:I'd suggest as close to 5" as you can get.

4.75" rear spacing should work well with a 7" wheel.

Plan on some rubbing though. Mine was driveable, but rubbed quite a bit with that combination.

Yea, you'll probably need to do some fender massaging to eleminate rubbing on the rear of the front fenders.

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 19, 2006 2:28 pm

How did you guys raise you side step up bars?

Post by **Walt** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 2:35 pm

Depends on the mounting method. Mine use angle-iron and mount to the bottom of the body mounts via a longer bolt. I had to make new mounts for the front to raise it two inches, but for the rear, all I had to do was drill a hole 2" higher on the bracket.

So have you installed the body lift yet? We expect pics when done.

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 2:48 pm

Top_SGT and I raised ours by drilling holes 2" lower in the stock ZR5 brackets. The driver's side will need a little hack saw work to clear the front emergency brake frame bracket. He may not look at this thread so, PM him and ask for the photos.

You will also need to drill holes on the driver's side for the e-brakes cable to pass thru.

TJ · Post by TJ » Thu Oct 19, 2006 3:00 pm

Ok got it. Looks like my drill is coming out again. Yup I got the lift on and the rear spaces. Brother just called to advise the rear shackles just arived and tomorrow I have an early morning date with LES SCHWAB tire store for new wheels and the biggest tires they can stuff under there. Most likely 31/10.5/15. I thank all you guys so much. Pics are definately on the way tomorrow.

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Fri Oct 20, 2006 6:14 pm

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Fri Oct 20, 2006 6:18 pm

TJ wrote:Ok got it. Looks like my drill is coming out again. Yup I got the lift on and the rear spaces. Brother just called to advise the rear shackles just arived and tomorrow I have an early morning date with LES SCHWAB tire store for new wheels and the biggest tires they can stuff under there. Most likely 31/10.5/15. I thank all you guys so much. Pics are definately on the way tomorrow.

Is this tomorrow?

I believe we have another "'Steve" in training

Post by **Walt** » Fri Oct 20, 2006 10:38 pm

killian96ss · Post by **killian96ss** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 7:31 am

f9k9 wrote:
TJ wrote:Pics are definately on the way tomorrow.
Is this tomorrow?

I believe we have another "'Steve" in training

Steve

gairbear · Post by **gairbear** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 8:25 am

PICS????

top_sgt · Post by **top_sgt** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 3:10 pm

i just got back from my weekend trip..................and i want to see pics, too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

F9K9 · Post by **F9K9** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 5:47 pm

TJ has quite a ways to go before becoming a certified Steve!

Anyone want to start a pool on this?

Post by **Walt** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 9:15 pm

$10 says he doesn't break Steve's record.

gairbear · Post by **gairbear** » Sun Oct 22, 2006 9:20 pm

OK....what's Steve's record......

killian96ss · Post by **killian96ss** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 5:18 am

gairbear wrote:OK....what's Steve's record......

I'm not even sure what my record is, but TJ probably has a couple more weeks left to post those pictures.

He might even have a few months to mess around with.

Steve

gairbear · Post by **gairbear** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 7:39 am

but...record for what exactly??

WVHogRider · Post by **WVHogRider** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 7:50 am

Posting pics.

Post by **Walt** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 8:00 am

killian96ss wrote:
gairbear wrote:OK....what's Steve's record......
I'm not even sure what my record is, but TJ probably has a couple more weeks left to post those pictures. He might even have a few months to mess around with.

Steve

I think it was only a few weeks.

killian96ss · Post by **killian96ss** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 10:38 am

Walt wrote:I think it was only a few weeks.

Well that makes me feel a little better, I think.

Steve

WVHogRider · Post by **WVHogRider** » Wed Nov 01, 2006 6:43 am

Any pics. yet?

You may have just broken Steve's record for most days before posting a picture.

By the way, I called one of the local 4x4 shops about a lift and $ for install. He must think I'm stupid or something....$300 for the BL and $600 for installation.

I told him NO THANKS and that I'd just pay the ~$200 for the BL somewhere else and

use the $600 to buy beer, food, and an stripper for me & friends during install.

At least the other 4x4 shop said $205 for the BL and that they would not install it.

killian96ss · Post by **killian96ss** » Wed Nov 01, 2006 6:56 am

WVHogRider wrote:Any pics. yet? You may have just broken Steve's record for most days before posting a picture.

I hope he does break my record, because then Reed will have to start harassing him and not me anymore.

....$300 for the BL and $600 for installation.

use the $600 to buy beer, food, and an stripper for me & friends during install.

This idea sounds much better to me!

Steve

top_sgt · Post by **top_sgt** » Wed Nov 01, 2006 3:52 pm

WVHogRider........................i've done two BL"s!!! beer, food, and a stripper........i might have to come to WV and help ya!!!!!!!!!

WVHogRider · Post by **WVHogRider** » Thu Nov 02, 2006 4:43 am

, but I'll probably wait until spring now for the BL since is getting cold out. I wouldn't want her to catch a cold.