“You show two mono springs for the 1968 Camaro Convertible ML001 & ML002, one with cocktail shakers one without. What is the difference?” – Joe Thank you for your inquiry and a great question. The frames of the convertibles are not as stiff as those of the coupes and they tend to twist. The GM […]
What Is The Difference Between Standard and Heavy Duty Springs?
This week’s question comes from Cody, who drives a 1966 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon. Cody is curious about the differences between the three rear springs listed for his model. It’s likely that Cody’s wagon is a 2-seater, as this model typically uses three different types of springs, whereas the 3-seater version only uses two. Cody […]
Should I Replace One Broken Leaf Or Whole Spring?
Q – “I have a 1966 Imperial with one broken leaf. Should I replace just the broken leaf or the whole spring or both springs”? A – We find in very few cases that once the old spring is taken apart that the rest of the leaves are any good. Age and use takes its […]
When & Whether To Powdercoat, Chrome, or Paint Your Springs
What’s the best way to finish my springs: Powder coating, painting or chroming?
Mono-Leaf Springs Generally Not Recommended
Do you manufacture lowering mono-leaf springs for my 1955 Bel-Air?
Removing Leaves Causes Handling Issues
Should I remove spring leaves to make my vehicle sit level?
Will Two Coil Spring Isolators Reduce Road Noise Further?
Is there an advantage to using coil spring isolators on the bottom as well as the top of springs?
Trans Am Build Dates
How can I tell when my Trans Am was built so I can get the right springs?
How Do I Find The Rate and Load Of My Coil Springs?
How can you tell what the coil rate and load is for my `67 A-Body?
Which Springs Have The Right Capacity For My Truck?
How should I choose which spring has the right capacity for my vehicle?
How To Test Coil Spring Ride Height With Stock Springs
Will fresh factory coils or longer coils gain me some height?
Can I Use Rear Springs On The Front Of My Vehicle?
I installed rear springs at the front of my vehicle. It seems to be fine. Is there something I’m missing?
Axle Pads and Converting to Multi Leaf Springs
Where should I put my axle pads?
How Do I Find The Right Coil Springs For My Mustang II Hot Rod?
My coil springs are rubbing on the the upper ball joint housing. Is this ok? What should I do?
U-Bolt Torque
I’m torquing my spring’s U-Bolt to factory specs but it’s crushing my axle pads. Is this right?
How Important Is The Spring Saddle?
How should I fix my straight axle bump steer?
Reinstalling U-Bolts
Should I purchase new U-Bolts?
U-Bolt Welding
I understand welding springs is bad. What about the U-Bolts next to the spring?
How To Remove Bushings
I tried burning out my bushings and it didn’t seem to work. I didn’t ruin my springs did I? How should I continue?
Removing Bushings in Leaf Spring Eyes
How should I remove my old spring eye bushings?
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