Re-arch or add a leaf

[blown motor]

I want to raise the back of the car about 3/4". Is it better to re-arch or to add a leaf? If I add a leaf which leaf do I duplicate? Where is the best place to get them and is there any way to now how much extra lift I will gain? Will I need new U-bolts?

[anlauto]

Do you have any "spring places" near you ? Look in the yellowpages under truck repairs etc...
There is a great one in Milton ON (SERPACT SPRING SERVICE Ltd) right off hwy #401

...I've had them re-arch and press new bushings in for me before.

[blown motor]

Cudajas told me last summer there is a place in Cambridge that does it. Maybe he'll chime in here with a name. And I think there is somewhere in London, not sure.

[Chryco Psycho]

I have just cut the eyes off main leafs & added them under the main leaf , it will lift it approx. 1-1.5 "
 I would use a new center bolt & U bolts

[brads70]

There is a spring shop here in Barrie I used to add a leaf in my work van. I'm certain there is one closer to you though?

[blown motor]

There is a spring shop here in Barrie I used to add a leaf in my work van. 

You need to cut back on the carbs Brad. 

[CUDA JAS]

There is a spring shop in Cambridge...several properly.

I have spoken to them regarding de-arching my leaf springs.

So no feedback, but they are pleasant to talk to.

Jason

[4Cruizn]

I bought a pair of springs from Detroit spring years ago because I wanted the rear of my car to sit higher than stock . . . back in the day, that was cool I thought!  I have the springs still and would be willing to part with them if you are interested. 

[BIGSHCLUNK]

Over the years I just went out to the yard find a pair that weren't selling and cut out the one I needed (wanted?). Having a gas wrench really helps BTW

[CUDA JAS]

There is a spring shop in Cambridge...several properly.

I have spoken to them regarding de-arching my leaf springs.

So no feedback, but they are pleasant to talk to.

Jason

I am such a dolt...Cambridge Spring Service.