Z28... Is quick to type, bash, and not give any real info.
Is the RC kit a $1000 lift like you said?
Not even close.
Is it more than functional?
Absolutely.
Using the re-indexed torsion bar keys , IMHO , is better than just cranking the hell out of the stock ones.
They are easy enough to swap in, and you retain adjustability.
Yes, it does mess with your CV and BJ angles.
Yes, it may cause them to wear more rapidly (or reveal that they were bad to begin with).
Yes, it makes the front end bang around a little more.
Guess what? So does cranking the stock ones.
What is your plan for the rear?
Whether you use the RC kit or not?
My advice (opinion) is use the fill length Add A Leaf.
Not a 2" block.
Want to talk about undue stress and unnatural loads and angles on 20-year old springs?
The RC kit also comes with new UCA's with new Moog BJ's and a front differential drop.
All of which will help those front end wear issues.
Plus longer travel shocks instead of just relocation brackets (your shocks prolly need to be replaced anyway as well).
No, I don't work for RC or anyone that sells them.
I just did months of research band cost/benefit analysis when buying the parts for my 96 Burb.
You are looking at $500-600 delivered.
Depending on how the 'Hoe was maintained and how long you plan on it being your DD you could plan on wheel bearings, CV shafts and prolly TRE's in a year or so.
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