gonzo 6.2

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I am doubting the ready lifts claim that you can raise the front 2" or say no more than 2.5" and not give up any ride quaility.how can that be,I know cranking up the stock bar adjustment approx 4-5 turns for about 1 1-1/2 inch,I know there is a ride quality difference.Seems the fords keys would allow you crank more than stock so what does the ready lift kit do that the ford keys dont?

NoChrome

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with cranked stock tbars my ride quality went out the window, but as soon as i put on the 33's i got all of it back, the taller tire took alot of the shock out of the bumps. And even if you do lose ride quality its not that big of a deal, hell its a chevy not a caddy.

As far as the ready lift, I know some of the tbar key kits come with new shock mount tabs that allow the stock shocks bolt up without over exerting it, or you can just get better, longer shocks.

gonzo 6.2

iTrader: (8)

Looks like the shock extenders are others, not GM.I dont buy giving up ride quaility,just when you like the feel of your truck, go drive a stocker,nothing wrong with a caddy ride.I may be dreaming but i want a 2" gain and not give up the ride.

NoChrome

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I grew up in a pos 83 f150 long bed, no matter how bad my truck may ride it will always be better than that thing.

gonzo 6.2

iTrader: (8)

Good point,I want the look but do not want to give up anything.I have new CC coming and now think i want 285/70/17 tires on stock wheels.I really wonder if those ride kits do what they say. I bet they do the same as the ford keys.

Chris D.

I am running BL, Keys, blocks and an add a leaf.

gonzo 6.2

iTrader: (8)

I wonder how yours rides and drives compared to a 4" lift?

GatorFan

Chris D,

I am using the Ford Keys on my 2000 SCSB Sierra 4X4 and wanted to lift the back up a little more to give my truck a more level look. Where did you get your blocks? If I use a bigger block, do you think the axle wrap will be that noticable? I'm also running stock height ProComp ES3000 shocks. Do you think I should opt for longer shocks now that I lifted the front (and soon to be rear).

Thanks,
GatorFan

juicedlt1

You will be able to run the 305s with no problem. I ran 305-70s on an 02 silverado for three years. I raised the torsion bars and actually lowered the rear of the truck using shackles. These tires did NOT rub....go for it!

GatorFan

How far did you lower the rear end on your truck? Right now mine looks to be about 1-2 inches higher in the front. I already lowered the T-Bars a little becuase it was WAY higher in the front when I first put them on. I am running 285/75/16 ProComps right now and I know without a doubt I could run the 305s. I just wanted the truck to look more level. I was wondering about switching out shocks because I feel like they might not be long enough now since I lifted it up with the keys. Any suggestions?

Thanks