Rear leaf springs for '56 Corvettes
When my '56 returns home from extensive body work I want to rebuild the suspension and chassis including the rear leaf springs. I am not sure if I should try to re-arc the springs or just replace them. Years ago helper springs were installed by a previous owner I am sure to help with a sagging rear end. I know that complete leaf springs are available. Does anyone know how correct they are and do they put the ride height where it should be. I have seen a few early vetts that I think ride too high in the rear. I thank everyone in advance for your input.
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Re: Rear leaf springs for '56 Corvettes
Brooks -
Are your springs the originals with the longitudinal groove ("keystone" cross-section)? If so, Eaton Detroit Spring (www.eatonsprings.com) can re-process them correctly (heat, re-form, heat-treat, anneal, and shot-peen) if they aren't badly corroded, but it won't be cheap. Alternatively, they can supply replacements (with flat leaves - no steel mill makes the "grooved" strip stock any more) that will produce the correct ride height, more reasonably priced. -
Re: Rear leaf springs for '56 Corvettes
Or you could do what I did 25 years ago add air shocks , buy at any parts house ,ride is good and you can set the height where you wont them , I pull a trailer . Small point lost
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Re: Rear leaf springs for '56 Corvettes
John and Roy, thanks for your replies! You have given me the info that I was looking for. I am pretty sure that my car has the original springs. I have owned this car for 42 years and the leaf springs have not been replaced or taken off the car since I have owned it. At this point I am leaning toward having Eaton Spring Co. refirbish mine. Guys! Thanks again!Comment
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