Funny Leafs

[eight_bit_micro]

What do you think is going on with these leaf springs? Note the weird looking extra piece stops just before the mounting plate, it's not a full leaf. It looks to me like someones homemade solution to stiffening the springs, but most here are wiser than me.

 

[robbz28]

Looks like a load assist leaf...the PO probably put those on there to help keep the a$$ of the car in the air instead of buy new springs.

 

[woodsnake]

Yup...Load levelers, helper springs, there are several names. New, properly arched springs can be bought from a few vendors, for around 200 dollars...

 

[Rusty67]

What is your budget and what do you want the car to do ?

 

[eight_bit_micro]

Thanks for the help, I just wanted to learn, not looking to change anything.