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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 09:28 PM
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i need to find front leaf spring bolts and attached bushings. stock lenght and bushing size. not available thru chev parts dept. sold as entire front spring unit. these bolts and bushings come off spring. some body some where knows how to, or where to get these help!!!!!!! i need all you long time corvette owners help with this. mine has a tear in one and the spring purchase would be just a waste for a 3 inch bolt with a half egg shaped rubber bushing.

thanks for any info, ron
p.s. have checked archives and advanced, all sorts of lowering posts but none on replacing with stk unit. posted now with tech forum

thanks again in advance, ron
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Been down this part before. Have bought used springs and bolts for under $100 to replace cracked springs or missing parts in the front.

Try www.contemporarycorvette.com
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 09:54 PM
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Look for the threads to some of the suppliers who sell parts off wrecked vettes.
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this will be my next day off adventure. i will call the place in the post to me, thanks for info.
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karshop.com supporting vendor
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hardbar.net sells adjusters also
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We have the stainless steel/delrin kits in stock for $39.95 (until Dec. 1)

http://www.hardbar.net/page_corvettesuspension.htm

After that it goes back to the advertised price...

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