bearkat
Newbie
First I would like to say that ya’ll have an excellent site here with tons of great information. I am new to the board and am just starting my search for a Suburban. I have narrowed my search down to the 1989 to 1991 year models simply because I like the body trim and grill of the later years. However, I am open to other years if they have some mechanical feature that places them above the later year models. I am also still debating on a 1500 or 2500. The Suburban would be replacing my 1997 Tahoe since I need more room. I would use the Suburban for a part time dd and for family trips. We take about four trips per year that are approximately 450 miles each way. There are also the occasional trips that are less than half that length.
As for off road needs, I have another rig that I use as my primary trail vehicle and dd. The Burb would be for running fairly established Forest Service roads in the mountains and going on hunting trips. So it will see some light mud and rocks. I am thinking ¾ ton because I can see a 20’ or so camper in our near future plus being able to get lower gears without doing an r&p swap.
After looking at some pictures here and reading many posts I think 4” lift and 35s will be my max. I like the idea of the rear shackle reversal and new Tuff County springs up front. It sounds like this setup will still give an excellent ride and good handling.
With these uses and needs in mind, would you recommend a ¾ or ½ ton Burb? Are there any reason I should consider year models other than 1989 ~ 1991? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bryan
As for off road needs, I have another rig that I use as my primary trail vehicle and dd. The Burb would be for running fairly established Forest Service roads in the mountains and going on hunting trips. So it will see some light mud and rocks. I am thinking ¾ ton because I can see a 20’ or so camper in our near future plus being able to get lower gears without doing an r&p swap.
After looking at some pictures here and reading many posts I think 4” lift and 35s will be my max. I like the idea of the rear shackle reversal and new Tuff County springs up front. It sounds like this setup will still give an excellent ride and good handling.
With these uses and needs in mind, would you recommend a ¾ or ½ ton Burb? Are there any reason I should consider year models other than 1989 ~ 1991? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bryan
