Like most things in the automotive world, removing and installing leaf springs is simple in theory, but can be difficult in practice. So watch these videos, set aside an afternoon, and keep your band-aids and favorite cuss words nearby. Until you get your new leaf springs on, it will be a bumpy ride. Removing Leaf […]
Replacing Springs - Tech Articles, Videos, and More
Choosing, removing, installing, and settling new springs in.
You're going to need some time (and possibly some cuss words), but a whole lot less of both if you check out the articles, videos, and questions here.
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Tools You’ll Need When Improving Your Car
(Note: We may earn a commission on purchases made through links.) If you’re like everybody else, you’re really not working on your ride. You’re fixing it. Also known as improving. And whenever we fix anything, let’s face it, we are really taking something apart. Sockets and End Wrenches So the first tools on your list […]
Five Reasons Car Springs Break
When Is It Time To Replace My Vehicle’s Springs?
So You Installed Some New Springs
What to do with your fresh spring installation
When Should I Replace My Springs?
The short answer is “when you need to.” The long answer tells you how to know that. Click for the long answer.
Reinstalling U-Bolts
Should I purchase new U-Bolts?
Removing Bushings in Leaf Spring Eyes
How should I remove my old spring eye bushings?
Shocks Raise Rear Of ’56 Bel-Air
Mike, I have a stock 1956 Belair which is sitting kind of low in the rear. I have installed new Load Leveler shocks that raised the rear a little, but I need to raise rear another 1-2 Inches. Can this be done with just adding a leaf? The original springs appear to be OK, she […]
Leaf Springs Changing Wheelbase
Mike, I had new rear mono leafs installed on my 1967 Camaro Convertible and the result is my wheelbase is now 1.25″ shorter. I had ordered (not from you guys unfortunately) leaf springs, could I have received the wrong ones? Do you have the measurements of your/the proper monos that I can compare against? I […]
1966 Corvette F41 Suspension: Why Buy From EATON Detroit Spring?
Hi Mike, I’m in the market for a F41 Spring for my 1966 Corvette with F41 suspension. Currently the car has the original GM spring with the curled and notched ends. My concern is that it has obvious pitting under the paint and I’m afraid to re- use it. I have narrowed my choices down […]
Corvette Rear, Steel Spring Rearching and Fiberglass
Q -Mike, Hope you can give me some direction here. I have an ’81 Corvette that has one side lower than the other in the rear. The local shop replaced the rear tie bolts, but it still is tilting to one side. They think it is the leaf spring and recommends I replace it with […]
’69 Camaro Stock Leaf Count: Only Three Plates?
Mike, I have a 1969 Camaro with a 350, and a 4 speed. It has multi leaf springs but I only count 3 plates. I want to order from you new springs should I order 4 leaf heavy duty OR 5 leaf standard? I want the car to be close to its stock stances. John […]
Lubricating Leaf Springs
Mike, Several weeks ago I brought two rear leaf springs to you for service and repair. While there, you explained that automotive leaf springs shouldn’t be lubricated. There is currently a discussion of this going on in our internet discussion board. Our manuals (1940-50 era) tell us to grease the springs. You have said that […]
1969 Camaro Mono to Multi Leaf Conversion
Mike, I have a 69 Camaro coupe with monoleaf rear springs. Would like to convert them over to 4 leaf springs and would like to know if your conversion kit will work and not have any gaps in-between the shock plate and the spring perch ? And does it require the rubber pads? Thanks, Steve […]
Monoleaf Mistake
Mike, I bought monoleafs for my truck 8 years ago, not knowing the down side of using them. They sat around for 4 years before I put them on. They sit too low for my taste. To make matters worse, I was sold rear monos with a 6″ drop instead of 4″. Now they are […]
We Help You Pick The Right Springs: 1971 Trans Am Leaf Spring
Mike, I am currently restoring a 1971 TA. I plan on replacing the rear springs but am having difficulty determining which ones are correct for my car. First off, all 1971 TAs came with the 455HO motor and F60x15 tires. When I do a search on your website using “Trans Am” under body style, the […]
Stock Mono Leaf vs. Multi-Leaf Replacement
Is there an advantage to putting multi-leaf springs on a vehicle with mono-leaf springs?
My Nova Coils Are Too Stiff. How Do We Find Softer Rate Springs?
Mike, I have a ’72 Nova sub frame under my street rod and stock springs are way to stiff. Do you know what the spring rate of a stock Nova with a V-8 is and do you have softer front springs? – Ron Ron, The 72 Nova with a V8 used many different springs. The […]
Powder Coating & Chroming Springs
Is powder coating, painting, or chroming the best way to finish springs?
