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Is a Z-51 leaf spring compatible with a base model leaf spring?

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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 07:36 PM
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I need a new rear leaf spring on my base model C6. I have found a few springs but they are from C6s that have the Z-51 package. Are these springs interchangeable, are there any compatibility issues?

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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 08:11 PM
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Actually, the Z51 rear spring is just slightly softer than the base rear spring. It will fit fine, no issues, I doubt you would notice a difference in ride characteristics but.....maybe.


Here is a suspension chart to show you how they compare:

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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 12:56 AM
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Originally Posted by jakesteel1
I need a new rear leaf spring on my base model C6. I have found a few springs but they are from C6s that have the Z-51 package. Are these springs interchangeable, are there any compatibility issues?

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I have a stock rear base leaf spring in my garage. Taken off at about 2000 miles. PM me if you want it.

San
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Old Jul 23, 2012 | 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by oldmansan
I have a stock rear base leaf spring in my garage. Taken off at about 2000 miles. PM me if you want it.

San
Hey San,
I am interested. I just PM'd you
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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 06:41 AM
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I have a base rear spring as well if the other gets snatched up.
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