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Sam says:
I own a 2004 Trailblazer EXT and just found your site. Your site has motivated me to fix up and use my trailblazer for what it is made for. I would like ideas on what to start out with. I am not a man of means, so sites with specials, sales and clearances would be great. I would like to do the 2″ lift, wheels(black)/tires and of course any increase in engine performance. I would appreciate any help. Thanks.
Mike says:
Saw your thread about repair the front axle 4wd disconnect, quick question, how many hours did it take to fix it? Thanks
James Downing says:
From setting the vehicle up on jack-stands to taking it off… I’d say it took a good 8 hours. But that included stopping to take pictures, stopping to consult my service manual, and eating lunch. I also had some trouble getting the actuator off the oil pan, which probably added an hour or two to the process.
Amber says:
I have a 2005 Trailblazer LS 4wd and am wanting so badly to get my vehicle like I imagine it. But It seems every time I turn around I run into another issue with finding wheels for Trailblazers bolt pattern or the offset messes it all up! My vehicle is identical to your vehicle Mr. Downing-and I would love to know more details about what you have done to your Trailblazer.
What wheels do you have and what size tires? What size lift do you have? It would also be nice to be pointed in the right direction because I am going nowhere
Thanks!!!!
francisco says:
i just wanna know where did you get your bull bar on your old picture? cuz look really cool… thx to answer
James Downing says:
To francisco:
It’s a WAAG bar. Purchased online, but I don’t remember the source.
Heath says:
James,
I am at a point I need to purchase a set of new tires for 2003 Trailblazer LS. I have set my eyes on a set of BF Goodwrech A/T KO tires. My question is …what the ideal tire size? The factory set was 245/70/16. However, I would like to put a larger tire on it..I think. I do not want a monsterly wide tire either though. I do like the wideth of the tires on your trailblazer in the picture.
I appreciate any insight you could offer.
Thanks,
Heath
980-322-5680
James Downing says:
Hello guys. I’d recommend you two join the forum, as that’s where the bulk of tire information is. There are so many variables in the equation of tire size, that I couldn’t cover them all in a single article.
To cover things in the most general terms, if you want a tire 30.5″ diameter and smaller, you can do that stock. If you want to go above 30.5″, you will need at least wheel spacers and a mild lift. A lot also depends on backspacing of the tire, lift amount, etc.
curtis royal says:
i own a 2004 trailblazer LS 4X4 im having a hard time finding website to set it up for off road ding. can you ponit me on the right way?
James Downing says:
Check out our forums for sure.
Mike Banach says:
Mr. Downing, I’m putting a larger tire on my 2003 trailblazer, either a 31.1 in. dia. or a 31.7in. dia. My question for you is, do I have to use a 1.5 inch hub spacer as you did or will a 1 inch spacer also work without hitting the ball joint knuckle? I dont want the tires to stick out the wheel wells alot. I would appreicate your help. If you like you can email me at Bogyman7@aol.com
Thank you,
Mike Banach
Robert Gebhardt says:
My name is Robert Gebhardt owner of Traction Specializers and I operate http://www.vehiclerecoverydevice.com. Since April I have been supplying off road enthusiasts Maxtrax, an off road vehicle recovery tool. I invite you to check out our product on our website and I encourage you to offer feedback on it. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Robert Gebhardt
Traction Specializers
(570) 814 8614
Peter Balazs says:
Hi Mr. Downing,
I found your article about the recovery very useful.
I’m thinking to translate it to Hungarian and to share it on our association’s page with the link to the source. Would you mind if I do it?
Tue
JamesDowning says:
Peter, that would be fine, provided you clearly state offroadtb.com as the source.
Glad you found it helpful!