S10 Xtreme LS3/T56 Build

[Lonnies Performance]

The riv-nuts sound like a good fix for the rear sway bar . I'm not sure yet if I'll be able to use the factory sway bar setup with the 9" or not. I haven't tackled that part of the project yet.

This was done for the front bar. The rear bar was a whole other issue as the factory one will not clear larger rear ends.

[Dynamic]

Ahhh... The front bar. OK, Got ya. Interesting. I misunderstood. Either way, good fix!

I'm anxiously awaiting front spring rate reviews!

[Lonnies Performance]

The front springs got a good test today, a 65mi. round trip to work & back on winding back roads.
Ride is firm but not harsh (similar to my friends 3500HD Duramax truck... your opinions may differ as I am used to my Firebird that also runs an 800# spring.)

I ended up taking 2 clicks off of the front shock compression from the previous best setting (was 13/18 now 11/18 clicks)
It did not significantly change the handling, but removed a harsh feeling on choppy road surfaces.

Tomorrow I will remove 1 more click of rebound from the rear to see how it reacts.
I know it prefers less rebound stiffness on launch & gear changes, so fingers are crossed that it helps both issues.

[Lonnies Performance]

I figured I would post some updates....
After a summer of driving, I got a good handle on my likes/dislikes.

The camber is a little aggressive & beating up the inside of the front tires.
I think I'm going to reduce it a bit.

I further reduced both shock compression & rebound a bit more for reduced harshness.
Although it feels slightly less responsive, the ultimate cornering ability does not seem reduced.

I still want more rear traction (in both acceleration & cornering), but it appears my only option is a race tire, but the NT05 is wearing very quickly as it is.

The 4.10's & .65 OD is not exactly tailored for extended highway trips but it great for all around use & I can drive just about everywhere in 6th gear.
Only at 80mph on the highway do I wish I had the .5 OD. Some planned engine mods may cause me to drop the rear gear to possibly a 3.73 in the future.

Now for the winter changes....

The performance is good as well as the mileage, but I cannot leave well enough alone.
I found an LSA supercharger so why not try to add another 200hp.





It is proving to be rather crowded getting everything to fit under the hood.

Saty tuned for more updates on engine mods, fuel system updates & overall fitment issues.

[Manny1522]

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It took a lot of fitting to get a tire with 12.4" section width under the front.

The 2" drop spindles allowed me to run a 1" tall ball joint for better camber gain, but still clear a wheel with over 6 backspace.
Blazer unit bearings open up wheel choices as there is no longer a hub/dust cover protruding through the wheel.

I also had to machine custom spacers to get the offset where it would work, even though the brakes complicated things a lot...
Getting a wheel with a nice lip that had almost 2" of caliper clearance plus over 6" backspace was tough to find for a reasonable price.
I would like more backspace at this point, but I only have .100" caliper to wheel clearance & was not inclined to buy a $5000 set of custom wheels.

Currently fitting a battery box under the rear of the truck to gain room for an air box under the hood. Also moving 40lb to the rear helps an already front heavy vehicle.

I also got my exhaust finished.... dual 3" into a single 3.5" to the rear, all hidden behind the frame so none is visible from the side or rear.
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Wow this thing is a beauty! and that stance is amazing! I am also trying to get my blazer to be setup for pro-touring and doing things little by little! I will be reaching our for help for sure!

[Lonnies Performance]

Let me know...
I learned many things the hard way & I can steer you clear of them on your build.

[BK2LIFE]

im on the edge of going coil overs or not for alice. i need to re-read through your build to see your spring rates