Leaf Springs
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From: New Or-leens Loo-z-anna
Can you post a side-view pic of your car?
Are you trying to get a firmer "ride" or a smoother ride?
Is the rear spring-pack original to the car?
Other members might need answers to help you decide.
Are you trying to get a firmer "ride" or a smoother ride?
Is the rear spring-pack original to the car?
Other members might need answers to help you decide.
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Racer
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 293
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From: AR
I am changing the differential fluid this week and when on the lift the springs look pretty ratty so thought about just replacing them. Ride now is OK. They are the originals. Maybe I will retain them. Will get a pic of them tomorrow.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2012
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From: Allenton Wisconsin
The spring I used for the 69 was purchased from VP&B.. Was a complete kit with lower mounting plate with bolts, 8" adj bolts 330# spring. Ride height turned out perfect and the ride was definately much better. T
Team Owner
Joined: May 2001
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From: Western NY
A number of years ago, when my wife still had her '79, I installed a VB&P composite spring. BEST mod I ever made!! The car's ride improved dramatically.
With respect to the ride height, you set that yourself, when you install and adjust the bolts at the spring's outer end.
With respect to the ride height, you set that yourself, when you install and adjust the bolts at the spring's outer end.
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2000
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From: Southbound
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