leaf spring advice

[michael]

I've got my 71 challenger restored pretty much like I want it..it's the rear end is a little bit low..I'm running 245 60 15 on rear and 440 4spd motivator. The tires are very close to quarter panel. I have paperwork showing previous owner replaced springs approx 30 years ago. Should stock springs from summit (mopar brand) raise rear end enough.I would be happy with half an inch or a little more. I think the ones summit sells are the heavy duty ones for 440 s. My car was originally a 383 up.

 

[DetMatt1]

I'd remove the ones that are on it and have them rearched if they are still in good condition otherwise.

 

[aussiemark]

Go on You Tube and check out Chrysler Master Tech - 1968, Volume 68-12 Extra-Duty Options there is some good info on there about leaf springs.

 

[68bigblock]

I just put on a set of the Mopar HD springs, and it raised my car about 1/2"- 3/4", I don't know how old the springs were that I changed out.

 

[michael]

I found a company in Pennsylvania called espo springs that have some that are 2 inches more arch than stock....I'm afraid my car would have that hillbilly look I want to avoid..and they are almost twice what summit wants for the mopars.what kind of shop 'rearches leaf springs? Maybe I will get the mopars so there is no down time with my car in the shop. I do most my own wrench turning but I would leave this to a pro with a lift!

 

[aussiemark]

Changing springs is easy you just need to put stands under the frame rails to take the load off the springs.

 

[DetMatt1]

Just google automotive spring services or suspension specialists in your area. If you're just looking to gain 1/2" from a good pair of springs, reaching will be cheapest.

I found a company in Pennsylvania called espo springs that have some that are 2 inches more arch than stock....I'm afraid my car would have that hillbilly look I want to avoid..and they are almost twice what summit wants for the mopars.what kind of shop 'rearches leaf springs? Maybe I will get the mopars so there is no down time with my car in the shop. I do most my own wrench turning but I would leave this to a pro with a lift!

 

[Adam]

I really like my Espo springs, 1 inch over stock. The stock springs are too low, and there are many poor reviews for the Mopar springs.. do a quick search and see.

 

[Chryco Psycho]

I agree m avoid the Mopar springs , they sag very quickly , You can just add 1 full leaf under the main in your springs & this will raise the car perfectly though or use abetter quality spring such as Espo

 

[Avalanche]

This post would be great with pics. to show what everyone has.

 

[71Plym]

ESPO 1" over

 

[74 challenger]

mopar spings are no good. Bought them from summit and no differance. Wheels in wheel well is factory so I added 2 leafs to the new Mopar set.

 

[AUSTA]

If you want to retain the original look don't use the Mopar springs from Summit i have a set & the ends of the springs are flared out like mushrooms rather the tapering in like the originals.
Haven't tried to fit i will get my TA springs re arched

 

[Chryco Psycho]

I agree , Mopar spring are cheap but you get what you pay for , simple put they are no good , I usually had to add 1 full leaf under the main leaf to get the right stance