Im new to the form because i want to learn more and figure out what i need to do to gain more ground clearance on my 2008 trailblazer SS...after the lift is done im then going to move to fabricated bumpers..any shops and part help will be greatly apreciated I also want to run my stock rims with a 30-33 inch tire not sure if its possible but its what I want so far.
Looking forward to working with you all
New Member from Denver Co Trailblazzer SS lift mission
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- fatherdeath
- Newbie
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- Name: charles
- Vehicle Year: 2008
- Vehicle: Chevrolet TrailBlazer
- DriveTrain: AWD
Welcome
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darring70 - Trail-Blazer
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Welcome. It's very possible to run 30-33 inch tires on your stock wheels. Most people don't because of the value of those wheels and the additional cost of tires on 20" wheels. I spent less on my 35" tires with brand new wheels than I would have on 35" tires for my 20" SS wheels.
I found using a bumper kit from MDB fabrication was the way to go. The finished product is excellet.
There is a lot of information on this Forum. There are only a couple differences between lifting an SS and a regular Trailbalzer.
I think most people here would advice to research, plan, then modify. It took me about a year before I started buying parts.
I found using a bumper kit from MDB fabrication was the way to go. The finished product is excellet.
There is a lot of information on this Forum. There are only a couple differences between lifting an SS and a regular Trailbalzer.
I think most people here would advice to research, plan, then modify. It took me about a year before I started buying parts.
It's not how fast you go. It's how quick you get there. Lifted TBSS Build
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ErikSS - Lifer
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- Name: Erik
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- DriveTrain: 4WD w/ Limited Slip
- Rank: Offroad Rated
Yeah ive been researching for some time now and need to find good MFGs i dont want a body lift just a few inches on suspension and if the tires ont he 20s are a no go then i may just sell my rims and get a better set for offroading
- fatherdeath
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- DriveTrain: AWD
All depends on your mission. What kind of trails you have access to and if you've run them on a different vehicle you want to emulate. What your tolerance level is for scratches and dents. What your need is for retained resale value. That sort of stuff. Define your intended mission, and use that to inform your choices of materials and mods.
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The Roadie - Founder
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First there was one, now there are two... We're being invaded by the SS. Welcome.
- Diacom
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- Location: NV, Yerington
- Name: Noel
- Vehicle Year: 2003
- Vehicle: Chevrolet TrailBlazer
- DriveTrain: 4WD w/ Aftermarket Locker
There isn't 2 yet. 
It's a small group you'd be joining. haha Feel free to PM me. I've done a lot of modifications to mine.
It's a small group you'd be joining. haha Feel free to PM me. I've done a lot of modifications to mine.
It's not how fast you go. It's how quick you get there. Lifted TBSS Build
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ErikSS - Lifer
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There was another guy, who lives somewhere near me, who came on here and said he was going to lift his. Haven't heard a peep from him since.
Once lifted 03 Trailblazer on 35's, gave it up to travel the USA with my family.
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mikekey - Lifer
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living near the rockys i have some real nice trails...scratches and dents arnt to bad since this is paid off and i just broke my 100k mark so let the mods flow this is a car we will be keeping in the family
- fatherdeath
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Was a lifted SS in Indiana a few years ago. He lived around the corner from me. Had issues with alignment I tried to help with. Not a lift related issue.
Good luck with your project.
Good luck with your project.
they've always worked for me.
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HARDTRAILZ - Moderator
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- Rank: Extreme Offroader
Diacom wrote:First there was one, now there are two... We're being invaded by the SS. Welcome.
Worse than New Yorkers!!!
- james02
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james02 wrote:
Worse than New Yorkers!!!
Nothings that bad.
It's not how fast you go. It's how quick you get there. Lifted TBSS Build
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ErikSS - Lifer
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ErikSS wrote:james02 wrote:
Worse than New Yorkers!!!
Nothings that bad.
One word..... Ohio
- DustinC1989
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DustinC1989 wrote:ErikSS wrote:james02 wrote:
Worse than New Yorkers!!!
Nothings that bad.
One word..... Ohio
New Jersey
it's almost a tie.
Once lifted 03 Trailblazer on 35's, gave it up to travel the USA with my family.
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mikekey - Lifer
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Any update? For obvious reasons, this has my interest. 
It's not how fast you go. It's how quick you get there. Lifted TBSS Build
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ErikSS - Lifer
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Welcome! Glad to see another SS stepping up from the pavement!
IF THE FISH STOP BITING... HUNT FOR SHELLS!!!
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NC_IslandRunner - Moderator
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I'm posting here because he PM'd me that he's installed his suspension lift. DAYS ago, and he didn't send me pics!!!!
So, maybe with this thread renewed, we will find the 3rd known lifted SS. (of coarse the first one had the lift taken back off it)
So, maybe with this thread renewed, we will find the 3rd known lifted SS. (of coarse the first one had the lift taken back off it)
It's not how fast you go. It's how quick you get there. Lifted TBSS Build
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ErikSS - Lifer
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- Vehicle: Chevrolet TrailBlazer
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- Rank: Offroad Rated
Welcome, from another newbie, and ugly duckling. I just installed Z71 springs. I do not have the part#, but it gave me a nice lift on the back. I had airbags and it we really easy to pull them out and install the springs.
97x 5.3 LH6 ŘWD
SPRING LIFT ONLY ON 33"
Z71 springs!
SPRING LIFT ONLY ON 33"
Z71 springs!
- ARC-
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