springs

[Don 42616]

Does the springs in my 67 look like the need to be replaced? If not why don't thr arc? Thanks , Don Pic enclosed.
I am still working trying to understand how to send multiple photos. Like the group Scott sent.

[Rob A.]

Re: springs

Don,

Before considering replacing the spring, install new rubber cushiions. It's hard to tell from your photo how compressed they have become. I received that recommmendation here from Duke recently. I replaced mine, and gained about a full inch and one half ride height and the spring displayed more arc.

[Rob A.]

Re: springs

Don,

Your spring looks just about like mine before I replaced the cushions, and I'm happy with it now. Duke's recommendation was excellent.

[Duke W.]

It just needs new cushions! *NM*

[Don 42616]

Re: It just needs new cushions!

Duke, at risk of seeming dense where on my photo are the cushions. Don

[Duke W.]

Re: It just needs new cushions!

The four rubber spring link cushions - two on each side. Look at your photo.

Duke

[Mark P.]

Re: It just needs new cushions!

How tough are they to replace?

[Randy S.]

Re: It just needs new cushions!

Don,

The spring cushions are at each end of the bolt that connects the spring to the trailing arm. Like Rob, I also took Duke's suggestion to replace the spring cushions. Will restore ride height and improve handling . My mechanic also suggested replacing the bolts too. You can buy bolts, spring cushions and spring cusion retainers and washers all in one kit from GM about $50. Check archives for part number.

Randy

[Patrick H.]

Re: It just needs new cushions!

Mark,

I've replaced an entire rear spring in half an hour, so the rear end link cushions shouldn't be much different by themselves.

Patrick