Raising the rear 2 inches

[ram250098]

I would like to get the rear end up at least 2" inches on my 65 Coronet. It sits level now but was wondering if those single helper springs would do the job or should I go with air shocks..pros cons?
Thanks
AL

 

[Moparsmitty]

The little add a leaf helper springs like Summit sells are probably the best way to go between the two, but it's kind of iffy how much lift you might get out of them. Depends on the weight of the car and how worn the rear springs are that are on the car. There's been a lot of debate about air shocks on this site and others. A lot of guys don't like them and I understand their arguments, but I've used air shocks on a few cars and if you don't get all carried away over inflating them they are fine. I run mine about 30-35 psi. That being said I wouldn't use air shocks to gain tire clearance or jack the rear way up. Too many things can go wrong. A couple of inches is probably OK. Other opinions?

 

[Hemirunner]

Pros: You'll be able to store the push mower under the rear of the car

Cons: It'll look like ****, handle like ****, and if you use air shocks, ride like ****.

 

[WP29440SE]

I always get a kick out of these air shock threads. I personally have used them for 20 plus years on at least 10 different mopars. I am constantly running different tires and wheels and use a variety of stances. I do not pump 100 psi in them, I have never had a failure , I have never had a horrible ride. I also , do not use them on cars ,that have rusty, questionable shock mounts. its user error that creates a horrible experience IMHO. it is also, in my opinion, the people that install them on rusted mounts, proceed to pump 150 psi in them , jump over train tracks at 110 MPH like bo duke that give them a bad rap. I have even hauled bare engine blocks in the trunks of cars with air shocks. now, let the beatings begin lol

 

[furyus]

Air shocks do work o.k. if used in moderation. I have had them on cars in the past,but if you look at the Mopar frame mounts they are flimsy. I wouldn't want the safety of me or my family, or my expensive wheels and tires all riding on that mount. Not to mention the lines that leak or get burned(user error). Those helper springs look like total ****. That stuff belongs on chevies. For what you'd pay for air shocks, you could spend a bit more, and do it right with new leaf springs. Espo can make any lift you want. Plus you car will look good and ride way better.......

 

[Mogre]

What about re-arcing your old springs? I have never done this but I have heard it works.

 

[Dennis H]

This is the result of a single Summit truck spring that was trimmed to fit and inserted. Got about an inch. 2 inches is a lot. I too love these threads!

 

[bink220]

hello, I have used a local spring shop that has re-arched two sets of springs for me (2 more cars to do). They also replaced defective leaf's in the spring pack that did not meet their standards. Also, the first set that was done was for my 66 Belvedere, the guys wanted to know how much lift or arch I needed. I gave them an idea of my thoughts and plans on how high I wanted the back of the car to set. Well, I guessed too much. The car sat way too high, along with that the rear spring hanger when attached to the spring didn't hang correctly. In other words, the re-arched spring pulled the rear spring hanger forward to the extent that it was almost parallel with the frame. Way, TOO much arch.

I contacted the spring shop, explained the problem, They told me bring 'em back we will re-arch them free of charge. I know, alot of work, but it paid off and it also made it easier when I did the second set. I'm very pleased with the out come. Rick

 

[beezee]

Hey Al, call Craig and find out where the 002-003 Super stock springs out of Waynes Dart went.They were in a 64-65 B body race car with an extra leaf. That will get your butt up...lol

 

[ram250098]

Thanks Rick, turns out he sold them to Callaway.
AL

 

[wedge69]

I have addid and or reached the spring packs. As for Air shocks. If you think back guys use to use them on drag cars to PreLoad the RR spring. Thay just ran them seperet and put alittl more air in the RR shock.
The Whole SkyJacker thing and the Camaros WAY UP in the rear has left most of us blinded with the past.

 

[Dennis H]

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[Meep-Meep]

Hey, how did my 67 Ducati Scrambler get in here? And even better yet, what is it doing in an air shock thread??? Haha!

Agreed. Keep the air shocks and ape hangers off the car. If you want to raise it up re arch the springs or add a leaf. Dennis is right. 2" is huge unless you are starting from a low rider. Think more like 1/2" increments. Now if you do want to go up 2" or more then think about adding a straight axle in the front to balance it out.

How many lawn mowers can this guy get under here?

 

[ram250098]

It is all about the look, I would not even notice a 1/2 or inch for that matter which is why I figured 2 would be ok.
AL

 

[aldal]

I've found it's good to ask advice so you can cover all the angles but then you got to do what YOU want to do, I am planning on using Calvert bars and split mono leafs to get a 2" lift on my 65 Coronet and I think it will be just fine - it's what I want.

 

[ga66mopar]

I had my original springs re-arched and they added one leaf to raise mine up twos inches. I wanted a good ride out on the highway is why I used my original springs. It looks a lot better raised up.