Installing Blocks

[Blazin Joe]

Hey, I want to install some blocks and I wanted to know a few things. Like what tools will I need. Jacks and Jackstands and all that. Where exactly do I put these for the easiest installations. I've searched the boards here and found some info, but I just want some definate answers. Where do I put the stands? Will I need to raise the whole axel, or can I do one at a time? What about this nipple thing, cut it off and drill, do I have to? Any other helpful hints would be great. Thanks.

[16years&blazin]

it might not be the safest way in the world, but when i installed mine (keep in mind that i am 15, thats how simple installing them is) but all i used is the factory jack and did one side at a time. i left the nipple thing on, it secured when i tightened it enough. what brand blocks do you have?

[Blazin Joe]

Well I'm only 17 with just about no mechanical skills at all. This is my first time doing some work for myself. I don't know if its a good or bad brand, but I got them at Autozone for 25 bucks, 2" blocks plus the U-bolts. I think they are called Motormite. Suspension Solutions Performance Series. Its a Universal Ride Height Kit.

[m8w6r77]

your going to need a 3/4 deep well shocket i think. jack it up and put the jack stand as close to the back on the frame as you can. loosen the u bolts.use the jack now to raise the rear end up once you have taken the u bolts out. raise it enough to fit the block under it lower it down put the new u bolts in and tighten it down. hope i didn't forget anything

[s10blazed]

Belltech recommends torquing the bolts to 80 ft-lbs. I would assume thats good for your kit too.

[91blazin2last]

isnt it bad to go with a universal kit?