73-87chevytrucks.com
73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => The Highs (Raising/Lifts) => Topic started by: bigbird90650 on January 25, 2012, 11:54:29 am
-
Hi,
I have a 73 C20 longbed that I was thinking of doing a 3" body lift on. I've built engines and cars before but never done a lift at all. Is it hard to do? Will I have to lengthen the steering shaft or brake lines or anything else? It is a 350 engine and TH350 tranny with stock on the column shifter. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
-
Everything between the body and frame will have to be lengthened. Steering column, shift rod, ground wires....
-
Normally the coiled brake lines by the master cylinder will be able to separate enough to accommodate a 3"" body lift.
Plus you'll have to extend gas tank filler hoses and modify the radiator shroud if you have one.
There are multiple little things you run into when doing a body lift, but if you're mechanical it should be nothing very difficult for you.
I'd go for it !!
-
How about a picture of what you have now. If you are really low in front compared to stock height, replace the front springs with your application with a 454. You would be surprised the difference. My $.02