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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 01:15 AM
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I'm in the middle of a rear end rebuild and am trying to figure out if I should replace the rear spring.

Not going to be doing any major performance upgrades on the engine so is anything but the stock spring necessary?

Does it need replacing after 33 years?
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 01:21 AM
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yes it needs replaced after holding up a 3400lb car for 30 years

also it would be stupid not to replace it considering that a new 9 leaf spring only costs a hundred an fifty bucks
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 09:53 PM
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If the cars ride height is still proper, with none of the leafs cracked, wouldn't be in a big hurry to change it. Many here replace it with a composite unit, but mostly for weight savings.
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Old Mar 26, 2012 | 10:09 AM
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I had the diff out a few years ago and installed a 360lbs fiberglass spring and it made a big difference , I don't track mine , just do touring and I love it .Ron
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