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Old 09-18-2001, 12:01 AM
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Default Deuce rear springs

The rear of the Deuce is sagging. I would like to replace te springs. Are the available 5 leaf sets O.K. I don't know if it is better to rearc the originals or does it really make a difference. Classic Industries and the Nova club have 5 leaf replacements.
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Old 09-18-2001, 01:56 AM
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Default Re: Deuce rear springs

Here out West we fix them correctly with Air Shocks.....
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Old 09-18-2001, 03:13 AM
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Default Re: Deuce rear springs

Or maybe it's time to go on a diet!
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Old 09-18-2001, 12:59 PM
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Default Re: Deuce rear springs

If you feel that the car is low. Rebuild the originals. Reproduction springs sit way to high and are not accurate in look..BKH
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Default Re: Deuce rear springs

Jim;
Don't buy the replacements!!! The latest replacement springs look better than the earlier ones, but they are still noticeably different than the originals. The differences are the anti-squeak pockets, they should be a rectangular depression at the ends of the leafs, not a small plastic protrusion or round depression. The shape of the 5th leaf is also a little different, as are the clamps.

Make sure you have the correct, original springs in the car, and then get them re-arched - I think its even cheaper!
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Jim, I am just kidding about diet; I think I am more of a candidate for one than you. Anyway I agree with Brian and Marlin. Benz Springs in Ballard here used to do the re-arch on them. Its been many years since I've dealt with them. Don't even know if they are still there, but just look in the phone book.
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