leaf springs................

[cantflip]

I think I finally solved the saggy rear problem, (I hope).
I removed the new spring set I got from St. Louis spring, then disassembled my original springs and installed the new secondary main leaf they sent me, put everything back together and installed the "original/custom" 8 leaf springs yesterday.

I gained about 2 1/2" over the original ride height so the Admiral sports a slight and noticeable "rake". Combined with my new adjustable hitch and 1000# leveler bars + sway control, all should be good for the New Orleans trip.

Anyone interested in a slightly used set of springs and air shocks check the "for sale" thread.

Whew!... I'm glad that's been put to rest... I was gettin tired over here just watching...
Glad you've got the Admiral ready for the next adventure...

 

[1978 NYB]

Pictures next time you got her loaded and unloaded Will. Thanks.

 

[commando1]

Glad you worked out the problem.
I am confused about one thing.
Why did adding a leaf to your old springs solve your problem when your new springs didn't.

 

[bluefury361]

Glad you worked out the problem.
I am confused about one thing.
Why did adding a leaf to your old springs solve your problem when your new springs didn't.

8 leafs are stiffer then 7. Especially when the added leaf is the longest one after the main leaf. I choice to use the original springs, (80K miles), because I felt they were better quality then the replacements, which showed no improvement when installed, and because I could modify the leaf alignment straps to accommodate the extra leaf. And, it's satisfied the purest in me.