Currently slammed, need info on moving to a lift kit

[01Konvict]

Looks good as it and why 2nd set of CVs? Need more pics of front end to see why they broke. As far as best kits I would go pro-comp or mcgaughys unless you want to buy the bulletproof then special order some pro comp parts.

 

[BeenChevy]

Thanks. Look at these angles - you can see the drivers side lower boot is already starting to ooze (clamp is still there despite the photo angle). The previous boots tore up at the axle stubs.


Previous Boots:



After looking at the Pro-c's, Gauphy's, and BP's I've firmly decided on selling the two truck's I have and upgrading to a newer SUV.

 

[01Konvict]

Yeah those angles are some of the worst I've ever seen! Would decrank them and let it ride for the sale. Pick up a NNBS and lift it!

 

[Countryboy07]

Thanks. Look at these angles - you can see the drivers side lower boot is already starting to ooze (clamp is still there despite the photo angle). The previous boots tore up at the axle stubs.

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Previous Boots:

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After looking at the Pro-c's, Gauphy's, and BP's I've firmly decided on selling the two truck's I have and upgrading to a newer SUV.

Holy Crap those are some bad angles! I agree with @01Konvict, lower that thing back down, sell it, and lift your new vehicle. Good luck

 

[BeenChevy]

You're right. Torsion keys made sense at the time raising up, fitting the desired wheels. Not a bad way to go if you don't mind chipping your teeth over speed bumps and pot holes.

Anyone using the Superlift K329B?



Refreshed front end components and dual cardan driveshaft; this kit outta clear 33's and provide better off-road. Keeping the Tahoe and replacing the Yukon with an NNBS will keep the garage entertained.

 

[01Konvict]

Yes it will clear 33s and 35s. Looks like a good front end kit but not sure where all the pieces go to the rear.

 

[thebird_19]

Anyone using the Superlift K329B?

I ordered one back around the first of December and finally got it last week. I'm in the process of installing it, but I'm replacing all my steering and suspension components as I go so it'll be awhile before I'm finished. I travel for work so I don't get to work on it as much as I need. I'll post pics up when its done.

 

[BeenChevy]

Mine should arrive today, any minute actually. Other than CV's, everything needs to be replaced up front on mine as well. I've had good luck replacing all the FE components with ebay components on the Yukon instead of moog or OEM.

Anyone been able to track down FE components that come with poly bushings? or would it be comparable to replace with the inexpensive ebay parts) and retro with poly bushings?

thebird_19 - If you don't mind taking some photos of the install and any issues you ran into that would be awesome. I'm planning to replace mine myself but waiting for the weather warm a bit.

 

[thebird_19]

Make sure you inventory everything when you get it. I received everything, but I still had to call customer support to check a few things because the pic on their site isn't accurate. I believe it is the old kit, and some of the part numbers have changed but they didn't update the instructions. It also says to remove the torsion bar mounts that are riveted and you will reuse them, but mine are welded to the frame not riveted and from the looks of the drop brackets as well as the instructions a few lines down, I think they stay in place and the bracket actually utilizes them where they are. I'll keep you posted.

 

[BeenChevy]

Looking at ordering torsion bar re-locators as well to tuck the bars up into the frame when I lift. No rush but i'm excited to see how things go visually once you get under-way. I anticipated stumbling blocks for this build - Thanks for the mention about the instructions. The kit just showed up so i'll be going through everything tonight.

Hopefully the temp warms up enough I can turn the outside water back on and hose all the salt outta the garage.