So i decided to quit thread jacking and start my own since im really thinking seriously on this build now.
I have a 99 1500 Quad cab short box non offroad package with an HBS 2.5" leveling kit aleady installed... 360, auto. Want to build a 390 stroker.
Plans are,
Dana 60f, 70r. Looking for maximum of 4" of lift. Ive been told both ways on the leafs from 1500 to 2500 so ill just have to get into that later on. I will not be using blocks i will aal it.
So heres where i have quetions. Im going to be puting a heavy duty winch bumper on, Some have suggested getting lift springs for a 1500 would this still be a good idea? I looked at the 2500 springs in this setup to support that extra weight.
I will be running a 35x10.50x15 TSL SSR. Plans are 4:10's and Air lockers but will this be enough to regain what im losing with tire size? I want to gear match front and rear and use dynatrac hubs in front. Wich Brings another question to mind... Will the 1500 spindles bolt to the 60?
I really do not want ot lose using the 5 on 5.5 bolt pattern if i do oh well then i have to plan ahead and build off of a 16" wheel. and be rady to buy 16 wheels when i do the swap. It would just be nice to plan ahead since i am looking at right now going ahead and running 35x10.50's in the meantime with my 2.5" kit. I already know i may rub but with the backspacing it may not.
Also if you really think keeping the 44f and 9.25r will be enough for what im planning and can just beef them up internaly im all for it. Im just looking for opinions and ideas.
This will be a daily driver and will see offroad quite frequently.
I have a 99 1500 Quad cab short box non offroad package with an HBS 2.5" leveling kit aleady installed... 360, auto. Want to build a 390 stroker.
Plans are,
Dana 60f, 70r. Looking for maximum of 4" of lift. Ive been told both ways on the leafs from 1500 to 2500 so ill just have to get into that later on. I will not be using blocks i will aal it.
So heres where i have quetions. Im going to be puting a heavy duty winch bumper on, Some have suggested getting lift springs for a 1500 would this still be a good idea? I looked at the 2500 springs in this setup to support that extra weight.
I will be running a 35x10.50x15 TSL SSR. Plans are 4:10's and Air lockers but will this be enough to regain what im losing with tire size? I want to gear match front and rear and use dynatrac hubs in front. Wich Brings another question to mind... Will the 1500 spindles bolt to the 60?
I really do not want ot lose using the 5 on 5.5 bolt pattern if i do oh well then i have to plan ahead and build off of a 16" wheel. and be rady to buy 16 wheels when i do the swap. It would just be nice to plan ahead since i am looking at right now going ahead and running 35x10.50's in the meantime with my 2.5" kit. I already know i may rub but with the backspacing it may not.
Also if you really think keeping the 44f and 9.25r will be enough for what im planning and can just beef them up internaly im all for it. Im just looking for opinions and ideas.
This will be a daily driver and will see offroad quite frequently.