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May 8, 2014 | 09:28 PM

my62

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Leaf spring information

Is there any way to tell if the rear leaf springs are sagging and need to be replaced?

May 8, 2014 | 09:59 PM

RestoMike

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Is there any way to tell if the rear leaf springs are sagging and need to be replaced?

Some of it is best guess.....however should be some arch to the spring when full weight of vehicle is applied. Does the car appear to sit low in the rear? Can you post up image(s)?

May 8, 2014 | 10:07 PM

John S 1961

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The assy manual has ride heights and measurement data, but its not uncommon to be worn. I replaced mine with the 5 leaf but i am not sure that was the best decision too stiff and makes the car oversteer. I think some new 4 leafs would have been fine, handle better.

May 9, 2014 | 05:42 AM

rich5962

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Recent thread about the topic. Inside is a document with specs, but read the thread and it has corrected(IMO) info.

Rich

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c1-a...k-removal.html

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