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Old 12-29-2016, 09:18 PM   #1
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Leaf Spring Replacement - Manufacturer Preference 2017

I am looking to swap out the leaf springs in my 1958 Apache. I believe these are all the front runners for replacement springs. Does anyone have any opinions on any of these? Any and all info is appreciated. Or even a new suggestion that i maybe have not seen as of yet.
Thank you all.

Western Chassis - Rear - 3' Drop - $320USD
https://westernchassisinc.com/1955-t...prings-555930/
Western Chassis - Front - 2.5" Drop - $320USD

TCI - Rear - 4" Drop - $590
http://totalcostinvolved.com/product...af-spring-kit/

Classic Industries - Rear - 3" Drop - $360 (possible Posies)
http://www.classicindustries.com/pro...arts/d447.html
Classic Industries - Front - 2.5" - $360 (possible Posies)
http://www.classicindustries.com/pro...arts/d445.html

Posies - Front - 3' Drop - $360
Posies - Rear - 3" Drop - $370
http://www.posiesrodsandcustoms.com/posies-catalog/
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Old 12-29-2016, 11:47 PM   #2
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Re: Leaf Spring Replacement - Manufacturer Preference 2017

I have used their coil springs and they were spot on for my 56 BelAir.

Easton Detroit Spring. http://www.eatondetroitspring.com


Also check out St. Louis spring company. They provided the leaf springs with a 2 inch drop and I was very pleased with their product and service.

http://www.saintlouisspring.com
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Re: Leaf Spring Replacement - Manufacturer Preference 2017

Just wanted to bump this up.
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Old 01-01-2017, 02:47 PM   #4
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Re: Leaf Spring Replacement - Manufacturer Preference 2017

I am hesitant to say this,because of the hate towards CPP, but I used CPP rear leaf kit on mine. I am happy with the product and the ease in installing. I moved over to a Camero rear at the time

http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...ks/5559RLK.htm
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Old 01-07-2017, 05:02 PM   #5
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Re: Leaf Spring Replacement - Manufacturer Preference 2017

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I have used their coil springs and they were spot on for my 56 BelAir.

Easton Detroit Spring. http://www.eatondetroitspring.com
used these guys often 40 yrs ago when i was a fleet mechanic
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