Author Topic: OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?  (Read 1922 times)

Offline 69RavenConv

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OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?
« on: October 27, 2012, 11:44:55 PM »
I got my convertible on the road this fall and it's apparent I need new leaf springs. I hoped I could use the originals but I have a broken leaf on one side and both sides sag badly, especially with a full tank of gas. Rebuilding is an option but replacements are probably cheaper. I'm confused by the many variants available, so many options at so many price points -- all I want is the factory equivalent leaf spring for an F-code convertible.  Factory ride, height etc. What should I be looking for? Thanks!
Phil
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Offline tomtri66

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Re: OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?
« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2012, 12:42:08 PM »
Check out http://www.eatonsprings.com/.  OEM manufacturer and they use original prints and tooling.
Tom
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6T07T194XXX   65A       Y       22     20A     ?        2       6
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Re: OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?
« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2012, 03:06:51 PM »
Thanks, I will. And sorry for posting in the wrong forum, I'm sure the admin will fix it.
Phil
'69 Convertible - Dearborn June 4, 1969 - Raven Black & Red - 302-2V

Offline Bob Gaines

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Re: OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?
« Reply #3 on: October 31, 2012, 12:12:04 AM »
Check out http://www.eatonsprings.com/.  OEM manufacturer and they use original prints and tooling.
Tom
FYI Eaton Springs were  NOT a OEM manufacturer back in the day. They have a similar name to the multi national conglomerate that was the OEM to Ford. They do however build springs to Ford blueprints .
Bob Gaines,Shelby enthusiast, Shelby collector , Shelby concours judge SAAC,MCA,Mid America Shelby

Offline tomtri66

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Re: OEM equivalent replacement leaf springs?
« Reply #4 on: November 10, 2012, 10:13:52 AM »
Thanks for the clarification, Bob.   :)
MCA# 78748 Adirondack Shelby Mustang Club
66 Metuchen HT Sprint 200 Package B
6T07T194XXX   65A       Y       22     20A     ?        2       6
                    BODY  COLOR  TRIM  DATE  DSO  AXLE  TRANS
C/O    762
4        A20     6T07T194XXX
65A       Y        22