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!
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!
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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.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!
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.
They even make ubolts cheap while you wait!
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Originally Posted by COSXJFAN
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.
