ESPO leaf springs flattened?

[jim]

I looked at their site.  They actually list AMC and Eagle.
$129.56 w/ free shipping doesn't sound at all bad.

[TLC87Eagle]

I'm not sure if these guys were mentioned in this thread. http://www.stengelbros.com/ I contacted them regarding front leaf springs for my Metro and expressed my concern about new springs flattening in less than a year. He said they didn't have that problem because of the steel they use. However I have no experience with buying springs from them. Just another option.

Thanks for the link eaglefreek. I am definitely going to consider them, especially since they offer a heavier 535 lb one. I'm really liking the price and free shipping too. The heavy one is an inch higher than stock, but will probably look level with the higher sitting ESPO coils. They also seem to take pride in their products and keep their stuff American made, and they are close to WV too.

[vangremlin]

I also found another source for leaf springs but have not purchased from him.  They list springs for a number of AMCs, including Eagles and they call out SX4/Kammback's separately.  The prices seem reasonable.  Here is the link

www.thesuspensionking.com

I was looking for some leaf springs for my Gremlin, and asked about the quality of his springs.  This was his response:

I manufacture in Pittsburgh with USA steel Hi grade 5160H. I temper them to a hardness of a 51 Rockwell. I've been doing this since 1973. I use original equipment blueprints. If you need ubolts, please go to our ubolt section, you will need to take a few measurements. They are extra.
Thanks again,
Jason

[TLC87Eagle]

I also found another source for leaf springs but have not purchased from him.  They list springs for a number of AMCs, including Eagles and they call out SX4/Kammback's separately.  The prices seem reasonable.  Here is the link

www.thesuspensionking.com

I was looking for some leaf springs for my Gremlin, and asked about the quality of his springs.  This was his response:

I manufacture in Pittsburgh with USA steel Hi grade 5160H. I temper them to a hardness of a 51 Rockwell. I've been doing this since 1973. I use original equipment blueprints. If you need ubolts, please go to our ubolt section, you will need to take a few measurements. They are extra.
Thanks again,
Jason

Yeah, I saw that place too, they look like a nice place to do business. They are also really close to my area too. I really like that they, and the other two places that I found have American made steel. Because I insist that any steel I buy be made in USA (Cars included) because many of my family members have made their livings in the Steel Mill.

As of now, I think I'm going to get my leafs from Stengel Brothers because they have the highest load rated springs (535 lb), and have free shipping. I will probably still get my Coils from ESPO along with the leaf spring bushings, shackles and u-bolts. That's still a month or two away before I order, so things may change, but I'm thinking that's the plan for now.

Also, I thought my springs were starting to rise back up with the warmer weather, but after I filled it with gas today, they sagged back down to the normal spot.
I kind of forgot how much weight in gas that big tank holds. 

[KiteWagon]

Just ordered a set from
Stengel Bros. Inc.
Spring, Suspension, and Steering Specialists

$296 Set W/ shipping they are heavy duty, rated at 535 Vs 435 (standard).

http://www.stengelbros.com/

[TLC87Eagle]

Just ordered a set from
Stengel Bros. Inc.
Spring, Suspension, and Steering Specialists

$296 Set W/ shipping they are heavy duty, rated at 535 Vs 435 (standard).

http://www.stengelbros.com/

Awesome. Yeah, I'm definitely goings to get my springs from there because I like the 535lb rating, plus made in USA.
Give us an update on how easy they go in and what additional bushings are needed. Maybe even a pic of the new stance. 

[KiteWagon]

Will do, I ordered a poly rear leaf busing kit from Summit. Getting new rubber all around (Cooper, Discoverer ATR, 225/70 15). Also completely redoing front end - bushings, Steering Stabilizer, springs (espo), and shocks all the way around (KYB Gas-a-Just Shocks and Struts). 
Having the half-shafts/CV axles rebuilt; found a local shop with a good reputation – uses all American made components - $60 per.
It will be a few weeks at best before I get parts and everything installed. This round of parts is costing me around $1,600 (twice what I paid for the car) so the old bird better ride like new or better.

Before pic – sitting low, I suspect original springs and rear leafs.

[TLC87Eagle]

Awesome Kitewagon, thanks for posting the before pic even. Mine is riding even lower than that with a full tank of gas. It's kinda bad that I can use the rear end height as a gas gauge.  I'm gonna change mine next month, plus the front springs as well.

I really like the look of your Eagle, it has a really sporty look. Your new suspension will really set it off.

Looking forward to seeing how it turns out. 

[TLC87Eagle]

Just ordered a set from
Stengel Bros. Inc.
Spring, Suspension, and Steering Specialists

$296 Set W/ shipping they are heavy duty, rated at 535 Vs 435 (standard).

http://www.stengelbros.com/

Hey KiteWagon, have you gotten your springs from Stengel Bros. yet? If so, how long did they take to arrive?
I ordered mine a week ago, and I was wondering about how long they take to come in.

[KiteWagon]

They only took 3 days to build the springs and ship. I think I received them one week after placing the order.
30 minutes ago I just finished installing the 2nd side. Springs come with frame (forward) bushing installed look identical to springs I removed (assume factory) and fit just fine. Still need to finish up a few things and bring the car off stands. Should have pics posted in a few days.

[TLC87Eagle]

They only took 3 days to build the springs and ship. I think I received them one week after placing the order.
30 minutes ago I just finished installing the 2nd side. Springs come with frame (forward) bushing installed look identical to springs I removed (assume factory) and fit just fine. Still need to finish up a few things and bring the car off stands. Should have pics posted in a few days.

Awesome, glad to hear you're making good progress. Mine should be here any day now then, and I can get started next week on changing my springs.
I will post some pics on the thread I have going too when I start making progress. Can't wait to see how yours sits with the new equipment. 

[titus]

Hey guys I know the threads been dry for almost a year . But I was just wondering how the springs turned out from stengelbros and how well they are holding up.

[TLC87Eagle]

The springs I got from Stengel Brothers are holding up really well. I'm am just running the springs by themselves without helpers. So they will sag slightly with a full tank of gas and a load in the cargo area, but hardly noticeable. I am very pleased with the new ride as well. 

[Eagle1984]

Has anyone used the leaf springs from thesuspensionking.com?

[vangremlin]

Has anyone used the leaf springs from thesuspensionking.com?

I haven't bought from him yet but I have corresponded with him.  Sounds like he sells a quality product, and he will tailor make the springs to provide a lift if you want one.