sprAngs and hardware....

[RustyRatRod]

I'm lookin around for which leaf sprAngs to use for my 65 Coronet. I have pretty much settled on the 3400 pound S/S sprAngs. But lookin on the Summit site, the 2" longer front hanger I know I will need is not listed to fit a 65. Is that simply a typo or will they really not fit? If they won't, what do I need? Thank you, drive through.

 

[daredevil]

I bet Mancini can tell ya
Toll Free : 800-843-2821
E mail : [email protected]

 

[RustyRatRod]

Thanks dude. I didn't think about them.

 

[RustyRatRod]

I called Mancini. They said my only option if I did not want to use the 3" relocation kit, which I do not, is to rearch the springs I have. They said the springs are narrower from 65 back. I simply cannot believe there is no bolt in spring for these cars. Anybody know of anything else?

 

[moparstuart]

someone emailed me about this place the other day ? it about 20 minutes from my house but i had never heard of them ????????
General Spring Co


915 E Highway 56
Olathe, KS 66061
(913) 829-0619

I believe ArtH was the member buying from them you might ask him if the deal went though and if he liked them ??????

 

[daredevil]

Check with Espo

 

[daredevil]

Maybe they can provide the spring rate you want .http://www.springsnthings.com/chrysler-suspension-parts

 

[Bad Sport]

Hey Rob call these guys. http://eatonsprings.com/contact.htm

They can do anything you need. They can even make a custom spring that will be rated heavier than stock to the length you need, thus eliminating the need for the 2" longer front hanger. A bit pricey though.

 

[RustyRatRod]

I guess essentially what I am trying to find out is will any of the S/S sprAngs fit and if so, which ones and which front hangers do I need? I would rather run the 3400 pound S/S sprAngs if they will somehow work.

 

[RustyRatRod]

Hey Rob call these guys. http://eatonsprings.com/contact.htm

They can do anything you need. They can even make a custom spring that will be rated heavier than stock to the length you need, thus eliminating the need for the 2" longer front hanger. A bit pricey though.

Yeah, I can get a pair of S/S sprAngs for what one of those cost......if they'll work.

 

[Bad Sport]

I called Mancini. They said my only option if I did not want to use the 3" relocation kit, which I do not, is to rearch the springs I have. They said the springs are narrower from 65 back. I simply cannot believe there is no bolt in spring for these cars. Anybody know of anything else?

This is why I posted the link, they have the direct bolt in AND they can make them heavier too.

 

[RustyRatRod]

This is why I posted the link, they have the direct bolt in AND they can make them heavier too.

I know...I was sorta hopin I wouldn't have to have 500 clams in leaf sprAngs. If that's what it takes, then so be it.

 

[Bad Sport]

Yeah, that is kind of an ouchy.

 

[daredevil]

Weld up your own front hangers

 

[RustyRatRod]

Weld up your own front hangers

That is an option. But Mancini told me on the phone today that they are narrower than 2.5" springs. I think they were smokin somethin. I will make some measurements and see what's up.

 

[Bad Sport]

That is an option. But Mancini told me on the phone today that they are narrower than 2.5" springs. I think they were smokin somethin. I will make some measurements and see what's up.

Well...I dunno bout that.

Look here: http://www.generalspringkc.com/Leaf_Springs_Dodge_Mopar_s/1927.htm



1964 - 1965 Dodge, Plymouth rear leaf spring, 6 leaf
Our Price: $149.99

Spring Capacity = 840 lbs
Spring Rate = 112
Width = 2-1/2
# of Leaves = 6
Measures (A/B) = 21 x 35
Pack Thickness = 1-7/16
Front Eye Bushing Included
Rear Eye Uses Bushing HB889 (2 required per eye)
Sold Per Side - Order Quantity 2 for a pair

Fits Following Models

1964 Dodge 330, 440, Polara
1964 Plymouth Savoy, Belvedere, Fury, Sport Fury
1965 Dodge Coronet
1965 Plymouth Belvedere

 

[RustyRatRod]

Yup, that confirms they are the same width. 2.5". The difference is where the center pin is. It's 1" further back than the S/S springs. That means a pair of 3" longer front hangers will make the S/S springs work. That's what I was thinkin. Thanks.

 

[ArtH]

someone emailed me about this place the other day ? it about 20 minutes from my house but i had never heard of them ????????
General Spring Co


915 E Highway 56
Olathe, KS 66061
(913) 829-0619

I believe ArtH was the member buying from them you might ask him if the deal went though and if he liked them ??????

It was me and the springs arrived day before yesterday. They will fit my 77 Cordoba with new isolators and clamps. The isolators are from Energy Suspension and even though it says they won't fit my car's set up, they are in fact a spot on match. The clamps came from Wildcat Auto Wrecking in Sandy, OR. The springs are five leaf instead of the four leaf that are on my car, but they fit fine. I think the individual leaves are a little skinnier. We will be putting them on tomorrow or Friday/Saturday. General Spring does not actually stock the springs, they either are a jobber or some kind of broker. The springs actually came from Michigan. However, it's the only thing they do and their web page shows pictures with measurements. That's a big help. It appears the clamps are no longer available new unless you get lucky, however, they aren't hard to find from salvage yards. I don't think a machinist welder would have too difficult of a time fabricating them. They would not be necessary for the project discussed in this thread.

Go here: http://www.generalspringkc.com/Leaf_Springs_Dodge_Mopar_s/1927.htm


I stole their picture:

• Spring Capacity = 840 lbs
• Spring Rate = 112
• Width = 2-1/2
• # of Leaves = 6
• Measures (A/B) = 21 x 35
• Pack Thickness = 1-7/16
• Front Eye Bushing Included
• Rear Eye Uses Bushing HB889 (2 required per eye)
• Sold Per Side - Order Quantity 2 for a pair

Fits Following Models

• 1964 Dodge 330, 440, Polara
• 1964 Plymouth Savoy, Belvedere, Fury, Sport Fury
• 1965 Dodge Coronet
• 1965 Plymouth Belved

 

[RustyRatRod]

The guy I talked with at Mancini musta been in retard mode. They have the brackets I need right on their web site.

 

[arveeotto]

Hey Rob
What did you end up ordering to get them to work? I have a friend who just found the same problem today trying to put in a set of SS springs in a '65 Ply Belved. Thanks.
Rick