You have a choice of genuine springs since you have a pickup. There are
the 1 ton heavy duty one found in many exmilitary trucks, these are very
firm and unless loaded will shake you teeth out. Next are the regular
pickup springs. Also correct are those usually fitted to the Station
Wagon which are lighter but have a bottom helper spring. These give a
fairly good ride.
John and Muddy
"Andrew H. Litkowiak" wrote:
>
> I'm moving forward on the restoration of my '67 109 Diesel Pickup. I realize
> that the parabolic debate has been had, ad infinitum, but I'm asking you to
> revisit it with a very specific focus.
>
> The springs on the truck are solid but old. I won't put them back on without a
> total disassembly, blasting and hot re-arch. And that is a last resort.
>
> I'm weighing the merits of a pure stock replacement with the parabolics and have
> little to go on.
>
> My final goal is a true restoration, not a rebuild. I realize that this
> precludes the use of parabolics, but I must consider final ride (that's why I'm
> installing the Fairey). I intend the truck to be showroom perfect, but I also
> want a pleasurable driving experience. I am willing to make non-visible
> concessions to modernization if the functionality is truly enhanced.
>
> The truck should be eminently streetable, yet it will be hanger queen beautiful.
>
> With this in mind, I am seeking the best possible street comfort spring solution
> (and shocks).
>
> Please contribute to my information pool.
>
> Andy Litkowiak
> Also has a Rover P4 100 in the barn
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