which way to go for a lift kit?

[moturbopar]

Ok I was going to order a lift kit for my 91 sub, but not sure I want to go this route anymore. I want the suburban to do well offroad, but still be nice to drive on and off road. I dont mind building my own lift kit, I did this with my blazer. I was happy with its offroad performance but it was a little soft on road, I think this was mostly due to the super soft shock valving and the worn out rear springs(flexed very well).I would like the suburban to be a good street driver too, but not super important. Anyways I have listed in the poll which setups I am considering, if you guys have any suggestions on what I have lister or have any other ideas let me know.

 

[JohnDeere]

if u want a good ride on and off-road then get a good set of adjustable shock like the rancho 9000es with 9 adjustments u will be suprised at the differnt comformts

 

[dremu]

It's an odd set of options you have. What are you wanting to do, what kind of terrain, how large tires?

I'd say blocks in the back will suck. A shackle flip, while a PITA initially, will leave you lots of options for rear springs, from your current stockers to 56"s or other fun stuff.

My medium build was 4" lift springs up front -- I used Rancho, but I'd recommend TC or BDS instead -- and a flip out back with the stock springs.

I later went to 52/56 and while flexy, I can't imagine DDing the thing. This is a dedicated rock/trail rig, though... whatcha planning on doing with yours?

-- A

 

[fad2blk99]

I'd go with good soft ride 4" springs up front and do the shackle flip in the back. If the rear springs are too soft... I'd take out the overloads and put in a 1" add-a-leaf. 4" will allow you to run 33's no problem and you could sqeeze in a set of 35's (some people say they rub a little, some say they don't...just depends on your springs and driving style I guess)

 

[cbbr]

I'd go with good soft ride 4" springs up front and do the shackle flip in the back.

I have 5" up front with a shackle flip/zero trate in the rear. 35's rub a little but not bad and only offroad. Road manners are great.