body or suspension lift??
 

hey guys, Im new here and did some searching of the forum and couldn't find the answers I was looking for so maybe someone could lend some info

so I have a 94 sierra z41 ext cab. I have an extra set of wheels that came with it and i would like to run 33/12.5-15's because I only intend to use them to go to the snow, and they are easier to come by, but the current 32's i have rub. so here's my query

1.) does the z71 package come with a stock body lift and if so how big 2",1"??

2.) which would be better a 3" body lift, or a 4" suspension lift.

3.) has anyone on the site done either a suspension lift or body lift on this truck , how hard is it, and does anyone have a tutorial/blog of an install so i can see what Im up against if I decide to do it. I am a mechanic and fabricator, but I still would like to know what Im getting in to ahead of time.

thanks in advance,
mike

A body lift is much less expensive, here is one. Chevy Truck Body Lift Kit 1988-1994 by Performance Accessories #10013

A suspension lift will involve torsion bar keys and maybe upper control arms and new shocks as well as other parts. The higher the lift the more it will cost. My 2 inch leveling lift cost $2000 at a local shop on my 2004 GMC Z71.

Z71 does not have a body lift.
4" suspension lift is better than a 3" body lift.
Only body lift I'd run is a 1" to gain extra room for working on a off-road truck, if that.
Suspension lifts are more involved but you end up with a better product.
You can tell from a mile away when a GM IFS truck has a body lift as it is not a good look IMO.

How about some Bushwacker cutout fender flares?

I would have to disagree that they don't make a Z71 body lift. A Z71 is a K1500 with a few upgrades. Where and how the body attaches to the frame is the same.

1.) does the z71 package come with a stock body lift and if so how big 2",1"??
ANSWER IS NO to a stock body lift same as any other 1500 except bilstein shocks

I agree suspension lifts are better but more money, I have sold a few
Chevy Suspension Lift Kits
I think you can download instructions before u purchase

Suspension lift is the only way to go.