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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 01:27 AM
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Back in the day, I seem to remember that shops could re-arch leaf springs.
Do shops still do this? And if so, would it be possible to get 2" (+/-) of lift out of stock XJ springs?
I was discussing lifting my XJ with some work buddies who have mechanic experience, and one of them suggested re-arching. I was dumbfounded at such an obvious possible solution that I had overlooked.
What are your thoughts/experiences?
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 02:45 AM
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Originally Posted by cheapJeeper
Back in the day, I seem to remember that shops could re-arch leaf springs.
Do shops still do this? And if so, would it be possible to get 2" (+/-) of lift out of stock XJ springs?
I was discussing lifting my XJ with some work buddies who have mechanic experience, and one of them suggested re-arching. I was dumbfounded at such an obvious possible solution that I had overlooked.
What are your thoughts/experiences?
Thanks!
Yes, I used to have it done all the time and they even added a longer main leaf.
The shop is closer to me now.
Search "Superior Spring" they are now a chain and made me custom coils for my old ford mud bogger also.

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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 10:15 AM
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It can be done, ask if they heat treat the spring as well. If not, it will return to where it was quickly!! HTH!!
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 01:12 PM
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It can be done, ask if they heat treat the spring as well. If not, it will return to where it was quickly!! HTH!!

Good spot, I forgot to mention that. It's been awhile since I used them.
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 11:26 PM
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Cool...
Thanks for the info!
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