how much lift for k30

[84crew]

Hi all. Im in need of some advice. I have an 84 1 ton crew cab 4x4. I would like to put some 35 inch tires on it and would like to know how much lift I will need. I have lifted half  tons, I know 4 inches will give enough room for 33s on a half ton but 1 tons sit a little higher in stock form. Will 31/2 to 4 inches be enough or do I need more? Thanks in advance for the help.

[beastie_3]

It also depends on how wide the tires will be and the backspacing of the wheels.

[bake74]

It also depends on how wide the tires will be and the backspacing of the wheels.

     Are you planning on going off road or just dirt road type driving ?

[84crew]

Nothing to serious off road, I own a cj5 for that, just some height for when I need it. I prefer to run narrower tires without too much offset on the wheels.

[VileZambonie]

Then I would just go 4"

[bowtieman82]

do u plan on putting a heavy load on the truck, you know a trail. or any thing it the bed.  thats why one ton trucks have a higher stance, for the extra load capacity. i would go with a 6" lift.

[beastie_3]

do u plan on putting a heavy load on the truck, you know a trail. or any thing it the bed.  thats why one ton trucks have a higher stance, for the extra load capacity.

Um.....the higher stance is not for the extra load capacity. Its because the 1 ton springs make the truck taller. You make it sound like the truck is higher to compensate for the sag.

[bowtieman82]

the springs make taller because they are made to handle more load thats why they are called 1 ton not half ton. so if you plan on using it like it is made for then go for a 6" lift.

[thirsty]

Are there load ratings for lift kit springs? I always assumed lift springs were lighter duty than 3/4 ton and 1 ton springs.

[bowtieman82]

when u buy a name brand they have spring for 3/4 and 1 ton truck and HD truck you have to tell them what you have. they will cost more but are worth it.