Deacon Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Well, the tail end of my car that is. It's a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, and like most of the people on here, the back of the car is drooping. Is there any way to get is back up aside from replacing the rear leaf spring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buick666 Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Nope you need a new leaf spring and bushings! Cost me around 364$ for my '96 Regal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich_e777 Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) I read that as an aviator and thought something else. And many cars here are lowered:thumbsup: But you also might try a JY for a replacement leaf spring but do by the bushings new. Edited September 15, 2014 by rich_e777 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitzel Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 The spring pads can help a bit. As well as replacement rear struts. Spring pads are $10-$15 on Rockauto (there's a few different brands, but they all seem to be the same). Rear "quick" strut assemblies tend to be $60-$80 a piece. May as well do the fronts while you're at it, another $30-$45 a piece. I re-did mine with KYB parts, very happy with how it turned out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Posted September 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Called up a place in my area that does springs and leafs, he quoted me a price out the door for a steel tri-spring, parts and labor for $528.00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPX Posted September 27, 2014 Report Share Posted September 27, 2014 I have a gen1 GTP FE3 spring in great shape that I would sell you if you're interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted September 27, 2014 Report Share Posted September 27, 2014 It only costs $175 to do rear coil overs, and that includes shipping. I used 250# springs that are just a bit stiffer than stock. For stock ride 225# spring would probably be pretty close, then you can adjust your ride height. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPX Posted September 27, 2014 Report Share Posted September 27, 2014 Shouldn't there be a boot covering the shaft area of that strut? I see that people leave them off of their coil-overs but I don't think strut manufacturers think it's so cool. I'm planning to do coil-overs some day which is why I'm willing to sell my spare glass spring, but I'm concerned about the exposed shaft issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted September 27, 2014 Report Share Posted September 27, 2014 The factory boot is too big to fit inside the spring, so nobody uses them for coil overs. There may be one out there I'm not aware of, I suppose you could use one of those big tire mountain bike inner tubes to make one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPX Posted September 28, 2014 Report Share Posted September 28, 2014 I'm thinking there must be something for a bicycle or motorcycle that could work. If I ever do it, I will attempt to find one. I think it could be functional and cool looking. I already picked up the KYBs when they were on sale for $27 mid-summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l67ss Posted September 28, 2014 Report Share Posted September 28, 2014 I'm thinking there must be something for a bicycle or motorcycle that could work. If I ever do it, I will attempt to find one. I think it could be functional and cool looking. I already picked up the KYBs when they were on sale for $27 mid-summer. ive seen dust covers that go OVER the spring. i think summit or jegs sells them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadfoot Posted September 28, 2014 Report Share Posted September 28, 2014 When I have replaced the pad/bushing on the end of my spring, it helped. Also, when I replaced my rear struts because they were shot (had been bad for a couple years) it helped pick the back end back up. You could replace the pad/bushings and also do the nylon block that is a mood problem solver kit. Those combined should pick things up a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 (edited) Here are some covers. Wrap around, attach with Velcro. These are from Summit Racing. Integra Shocks and Springs 310-30650 - Integra Shockwear Coil-Over Covers Coil-Over Cover, Poly-Vinyl, Black, 12.0 in. Length, 3.50 in. Diameter, Pair Be the first to Review this product Estimated Ship Date: Today Would you rather pick it up? Select Location $39.89 Image is a representation of this item. Actual item may vary. Email this page Additional Info Check Application Application Specific Part Drop Ship This part is normally shipped directly from the manufacturer / Supplier. Overview Brand: Integra Shocks and Springs Manufacturer's Part Number: 310-30650 Part Type: Shock Boots and Covers Product Line: Integra Shockwear Coil-Over Covers Summit Racing Part Number: ISS-310-30650 Shock Boot Length (in.): 12.000 in. Shock Boot Diameter (in.): 3.500 in. Shock Boot Color: Black Shock Boot Material: Poly-vinyl Quantity: Sold as a pair. Notes: Fits a 10-12 in. spring. Description: These Integra Shockwear coil-over covers were designed to protect your shocks from mud and rocks. They feature a Velcro[emoji768] closure for easy installation and removal and will fit a large selection of different sized shocks. Pick up a pair of these Integra Shockwear coil-over covers for your ride and keep your shocks looking new. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited October 3, 2014 by George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flip007flop Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I just replaced with http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C57YB6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 seams to help a little bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jman093 Posted October 11, 2014 Report Share Posted October 11, 2014 Yeah, definitely need a boot on the coilovers. The shocks were designed to have one generally don't last very long without one. I bought these from A1Racing for mine. Work great. It does go all the way down to the shock base in the second pic when car is on ground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted October 12, 2014 Report Share Posted October 12, 2014 Here are some covers. Wrap around, attach with Velcro.These are from Summit Racing. Integra Shocks and Springs 310-30650 - Integra Shockwear Coil-Over Covers Coil-Over Cover, Poly-Vinyl, Black, 12.0 in. Length, 3.50 in. Diameter, Pair Be the first to Review this product Estimated Ship Date: Today Would you rather pick it up? Select Location $39.89 Image is a representation of this item. Actual item may vary. Email this page Additional Info Check Application Application Specific Part Drop Ship This part is normally shipped directly from the manufacturer / Supplier. Overview Brand: Integra Shocks and Springs Manufacturer's Part Number: 310-30650 Part Type: Shock Boots and Covers Product Line: Integra Shockwear Coil-Over Covers Summit Racing Part Number: ISS-310-30650 Shock Boot Length (in.): 12.000 in. Shock Boot Diameter (in.): 3.500 in. Shock Boot Color: Black Shock Boot Material: Poly-vinyl Quantity: Sold as a pair. Notes: Fits a 10-12 in. spring. Description: These Integra Shockwear coil-over covers were designed to protect your shocks from mud and rocks. They feature a Velcro[emoji768] closure for easy installation and removal and will fit a large selection of different sized shocks. Pick up a pair of these Integra Shockwear coil-over covers for your ride and keep your shocks looking new. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I finally figured out how to get this pic on here. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicutlass_Supremacy Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 Where could I buy a spring leaf for a cutlass supreme 94 2DR? Mine it seems that is flaking. I couldn´t belive when I realized that they where made of fiber glass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitzel Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 Where could I buy a spring leaf for a cutlass supreme 94 2DR? Mine it seems that is flaking. I couldn´t belive when I realized that they where made of fiber glass! They're not sold new anymore, so you'll have to get one from a junk yard. Alternatively, there's an outfit in Canada that can manufacture one made of steel for a few hundred bucks that various board users have used with reasonable success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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