gmc sierra 1500 with 2500 suspension and differentials !!!!

[nescafe4all]

Hello guys

simply have a look



obviously it's the latest model gm truck, but it has a full lift kit, suspension and differentials for 2500 (8 bolts wheels)

which gives it an attractive look and reliable differentials.

i've googled that but no result came up


my question is : how to make like this ?

[Frenchy]

Remove 1/2 ton parts, replace with 3/4 ton parts.

[BigMac]

SFA swap would net a better offroad suspension for the front but knocks on the fuel mileage. You can swap what ever axle you want to the rear whether it be from a volkswagon or a school bus. I've grenaded 3/4 ton parts in an IFS kit just as fast as I did 1/2 ton so I wouldn't look at this swap just for strength purposes on the front end. Truck does look good though.

[nescafe4all]

is it as simple as that !!!

i don't think so

because there are much difference between those suspension


any more guys ?

[BigMac]

You could take a RCLB 3/4 ton and bob the frame and put a short bed on it.

[2boosted]

As said....

The rear is pretty easy to swap. I have a 14 bolt on the rear with a semi floating 14 bolt axle. Putting there a full floating 14 bolt will be the same thing, but will be heavy as hell.

Now, the IFS swap is more than a challenge.
The 9.2" front pinion and ring housing don't use the same location. Some have done this, but with serious Welder skills.

The 9.2" will prove to be stronger than the 8.2" but you could buy stronger axles and hubs. and better material pinion and ring.

Just my 2 cents.

[2boosted]

You could take a RCLB 3/4 ton and bob the frame and put a short bed on it.

+1

[PitchBlackC3]

You could take a RCLB 3/4 ton and bob the frame and put a short bed on it.

That would work, but a CCSB would be easier, take the extra out of the cab section on the frame.