Lifting a 2005 ZR2
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Join Date: Jun 2007
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I have been thinking about lifting my 2005 blazer ZR2. Not looking to spend a ton of money. Was thinking about doing a 2 inch body lift and leaving the stock wheels. i haven't been able to find a kit for the 2005 -- all of them only cover up to the 2003 or something. was wondering what anyone knew about lifting one of the newer models. also wondering what size tires i could expect to fit with that and if it would be a reasonable project to try to take on myself. pics of someone who's done it would be awesome.
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Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: southern pines/raleigh, nc
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i would check out zr2usa.com they might be able to help you out.
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You want performance accessories kit # 152. It'll fit your '05, even though it doesn't say so.
Here's my BlaZeR2 with a 2" BL, 1" t-bar crank, 2.25" shackles, 1.5" AALs, 1" Air Shocks, trimmed wheel wells, stock sized rims, and 33x12.50 BFG MT KM's:

Here's my BlaZeR2 with a 2" BL, 1" t-bar crank, 2.25" shackles, 1.5" AALs, 1" Air Shocks, trimmed wheel wells, stock sized rims, and 33x12.50 BFG MT KM's:

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Wicked, i am getting ready to buy a ZR2 with those same rims on it, what size are they?
#5
Damn, Justin, you even ***** your truck over here!
The stock size of those wheels are the same as any other 4wd Blazer, 15X7 with 6" backspace.
BDS also makes a 2" BL and most that buy the PA BL use the BDS instructions. You can do the job yourself if you can turn a wrench and follow instructions with a basic set of tools, but air tools makes things much easier and quicker. You will also need a jack, preferable floor jack, that has a pretty high lift. Otherwise, you will have a heck of a time lifting the body.
Plan on a full day to do the job with a friend or two helping out. Some have done it by themselves so you can do it by yourself. Just take your time, follow the instructions and don't get in a hurry.
You "should" be able to run 33X10.5 with very minor trimming or 33X12.5 with a bit more trimming, depending on what rims you are going to run.
The stock size of those wheels are the same as any other 4wd Blazer, 15X7 with 6" backspace.
BDS also makes a 2" BL and most that buy the PA BL use the BDS instructions. You can do the job yourself if you can turn a wrench and follow instructions with a basic set of tools, but air tools makes things much easier and quicker. You will also need a jack, preferable floor jack, that has a pretty high lift. Otherwise, you will have a heck of a time lifting the body.
Plan on a full day to do the job with a friend or two helping out. Some have done it by themselves so you can do it by yourself. Just take your time, follow the instructions and don't get in a hurry.
You "should" be able to run 33X10.5 with very minor trimming or 33X12.5 with a bit more trimming, depending on what rims you are going to run.
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