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Old Sep 16, 2010 | 12:58 PM
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The shop is just finishing installing my new transmission ( 1990 coupe ) and they told me I have a couple cracks in my rear leaf spring. Is this common problem, should I be freaked out and stop driving the car?
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It happends, sometimes if the exhaust is too close to the spring. Yes, you should stop driving it until the spring is replaced.
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so where is the best place to buy a new spring and how hard is it to change?
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Old Sep 17, 2010 | 08:01 AM
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should I be freaked out and stop driving the car?
That depends on the level of cracking. If it's slight you may have some time.

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so where is the best place to buy a new spring
That depends on what you want/need. With a little effort you should be able to do alright with salvage or a racer take-off. Or it's as easy as a supporting vendor phone call.

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and how hard is it to change?
Assuming basic garage experience and tools it's pretty straightforward. Searching here should get you the step-by-step.

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I sent you a pm where to get one in Waco.
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Let me know if you need help looking for a new replacement, I am happy to help.

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Thanks guys! I am working a golf tournament today so I will be off the web.
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