Height of body

[chal340]

I bought new leaf springs, HD OEM, at Firmfeel and the height of the body is 24 1/4. Diameter of the wheels is 27".
I would like to have 25 1/2-26" because ground clearance is not enough.
What's your height with stock leaf springs?

[1 Wild R/T]

Stock original springs,  27.1" tire 23" at the rear fender lip.... I virtually never have a problem, what kind of roads are you driving on that you need 2.5-3" more clearance? 

[Cuda Cody]

Hemi leaf springs from David at Roseville with stock Goodyear Ployglas.

[chal340]

In France, there are many things like this. I don't know the name in English. It's a pity.
And I touch this ..... with my muflers and the exhaust line on the middle. 1" more clearance will be OK I think.
I'm going to try to raise up my exhaust line and mufflers, but I'm going to win no more than 1/2 inch.

Stock original springs,  27.1" tire 23" at the rear fender lip.... I virtually never have a problem, what kind of roads are you driving on that you need 2.5-3" more clearance?

[Cuda Cody]

Yup, we have those here too.  We call them Speed Bumps.

In France, there are many things like this. I don't know the name in English. It's a pity.
And I touch this ..... with my muflers and the exhaust line on the middle. 1" more clearance will be OK I think.
I'm going to try to raise up my exhaust line and mufflers, but I'm going to win no more than 1/2 inch.

Stock original springs,  27.1" tire 23" at the rear fender lip.... I virtually never have a problem, what kind of roads are you driving on that you need 2.5-3" more clearance?

[1 Wild R/T]

Yup, we have those here too.  We call them Speed Bumps.

In France, there are many things like this. I don't know the name in English. It's a pity.
And I touch this ..... with my muflers and the exhaust line on the middle. 1" more clearance will be OK I think.
I'm going to try to raise up my exhaust line and mufflers, but I'm going to win no more than 1/2 inch.


Yup agreed Speed Bumps, but I have no issue with them at my height.....

Stock original springs,  27.1" tire 23" at the rear fender lip.... I virtually never have a problem, what kind of roads are you driving on that you need 2.5-3" more clearance?

[chal340]

Yes, I have to check the height of the mufflers and adjust them.
Anyway, it's not possible to adjust height on the rear or I have to change leaf springs.
Thanks.

Yup, we have those here too.  We call them Speed Bumps.

In France, there are many things like this. I don't know the name in English. It's a pity.
And I touch this ..... with my muflers and the exhaust line on the middle. 1" more clearance will be OK I think.
I'm going to try to raise up my exhaust line and mufflers, but I'm going to win no more than 1/2 inch.


Yup agreed Speed Bumps, but I have no issue with them at my height.....

Stock original springs,  27.1" tire 23" at the rear fender lip.... I virtually never have a problem, what kind of roads are you driving on that you need 2.5-3" more clearance?

[torredcuda]

Longer rear shackles/spring hangers do not work on E-bodies as the rear valance gets in the way, either air shocks or a better option - have the springs reached. Find a shop that does truck springs and they can usually do it.

[61K T/A]

Rather than change  the springs why not just change the spring hanger  with a 2 position hanger?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mopar-NEW-E-Body-Rear-Leaf-Spring-Hangers-Challenger-Barracuda-T-A-AAR-R-T-Cuda-/222458683283?hash=item33cb921f93:g:03QAAOxy4t1SmVSn&vxp=mtr

[61K T/A]

Longer rear shackles/spring hangers do not work on E-bodies as the rear valance gets in the way, either air shocks or a better option - have the springs reached. Find a shop that does truck springs and they can usually do it.

Then whats the sense of adjustable hangers?

[61K T/A]

Longer rear shackles/spring hangers do not work on E-bodies as the rear valance gets in the way, either air shocks or a better option - have the springs reached. Find a shop that does truck springs and they can usually do it.

Then whats the sense of adjustable hangers? My super stock springs have adj. hangers.

[torredcuda]

back or front?

[chal340]

This is a good idea, thank you. but these are for lower the body, no?
Next week I try to adjust mufflers and exhaust line and if it's not enough I buy this kind of hanger.
I don't want to change my springs, I paid more for the shipping+customs taxes than the springs.

Rather than change  the springs why not just change the spring hanger  with a 2 position hanger?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mopar-NEW-E-Body-Rear-Leaf-Spring-Hangers-Challenger-Barracuda-T-A-AAR-R-T-Cuda-/222458683283?hash=item33cb921f93:g:03QAAOxy4t1SmVSn&vxp=mtr

[YellowThumper]

Adjustable hangers are solid to the frame and lift the front of the spring. The old school extensions at the back do lift the car initially. However, they also extend the pivot range as well. This then in short order allows the leafs to flatten out (de-arc). Resulting in no lift and ruined leafs. As noted I believe they also will hit rear valance when attempted.
Air shocks were also used, however these then transfer the suspension load to the shock towers. This area is not built to withstand that abuse and will also fail with serious structural issues.

Re arc existing springs or get replacements with a + arc.
Possibly a taller tire?
But definately I would tuck up the exhaust as much as possible. If you use headers it pays to have the right ones that tuck up properly. If exhaust mufflers are not factory type. Look onto making sure they are not oversized. As in too thick. More compact muffler also can help.
I like mine low. I fully understand speed bump issue.
Good luck.

Mike

[A.Gramz]

Re ark for most factory correct look.  Could also add a leaf or two but that will make a harder ride.   Best bet take her to a spring shop and see what they recommend