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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => 4 Wheel Drives => Topic started by: allhailacdc on May 23, 2006, 10:43:00 am

Title: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: allhailacdc on May 23, 2006, 10:43:00 am: Would a 4" suspension lift on my 1976 3/4T Fleetside be enough to clear 35 inch tires without rubbing?

Also, would a 2" body lift require any modification to my steering shaft or anything else?

Thanks
Tom
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: roundedline on May 23, 2006, 04:11:00 pm: Not without clearancing some body panels.

Anything that is mounted to the body and the frame I would see problems. Shifter linkage, steering column, ground straps..etc
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Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: allhailacdc on May 23, 2006, 07:13:00 pm: Well my pickup has a 2.5" suspension lift on it already, and I am going to add a 3" body lift. That will make for 5.5" total of lift, which should be enough for 35s, if not then I guess a new 4" suspension lift will do the trick.
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: 1976Scottsdale on May 27, 2006, 04:59:00 pm: For the body lift, you will have to lengthen the shift linkage and any ground straps. Yes, the 4" suspension lift should clear 35's.
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: allhailacdc on May 28, 2006, 01:33:00 pm: Well it's a manual so I won't have to lengthen the shift linkage, but I might have to trim around the hole in the body under the shift boot if it hits the body at all. The kit also says it come with an extension for the steering shaft if needed, so other than the ground straps it should be ok. Will I have to adjust my clutch pedal though?
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: roundedline on May 30, 2006, 01:39:00 pm: With a manual you will have to lengthen your clutch rod and if you want the shifters in the same position those too. You will also have to lenghten the fuel hose to the tank.
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Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: amanderson on January 09, 2009, 11:18:05 am: If you go with a body-lift,You will have to cut the bottom have of your fan shroud off. And, Tail-light wiring may be an issue also. Oh,and dont forget about your gas tank hoses that are bolted to your bedsides. If you dont extend them ,they will be in a heck of a bind!
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: oldwhity on January 09, 2009, 01:40:12 pm: Don't forget about the lower grille panel(I call it a valance) under your grille and behind your front bumper. With a 3in body lift it would end up over top of the bumper. With a 2in it might interfere with the bumper. Just a thought. :)
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: captain carnage on January 10, 2009, 03:33:53 pm: Depends on the tire itself, and if its a true 4 inch lift. It's suprising how much variation there is with suspension lifts. I've seen 4 inch kits sold that range from 2.5 to 4 inches. My lift is a little under 4 inches and I have to trim a fair amount to run my 35's. You might be able to get away with a 315/75/16. As for the body lift I'm not sure.
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: VileZambonie on January 10, 2009, 03:40:30 pm: Guys do you realize how old this post is?
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: oldwhity on January 10, 2009, 08:22:45 pm: That's funny! :D :-[
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: joesgarage71 on January 10, 2009, 09:45:55 pm: Quote from: oldwhity on January 10, 2009, 08:22:45 pm
That's funny! :D :-[

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Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
Post by: captain carnage on January 11, 2009, 01:59:31 pm: Wow that is funny, next time I'll read the date of the original post :-X
Title: Re: 1976 3/4T 4" Lift
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