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Hi Nolan, Thanks for the prompt and informative reply! Yes, the rear end is hanging now - there's no arch whatsoever in the springs and no bounce in the ride. Sort of like driving a tank. I got a quote back for making custom replacements - $600. ouch! I'm not familiar with having them rebuilt, is that the same as having new ones made? Do they replace all the individual springs with new? Sounds like going with the '79-83 4x4 application is the way to go. Would that have 5 leaves? Even if they're a tad stiff, won't a fully loaded rig making them more solid feeling? And one more question, what do you suggest for shocks in my situation? Thanks much, Mike

Hi All, I've had my '76 Chinook just over a year and am slowly restoring it as time and $ allow. Next stop is complete replacement of the rear suspension - springs and shocks. I haven't been able to find a source for a vehicle this old for the springs. Does anyone know of a source or do I need to have them custom made? Is it best to stay with the 6-leaf springs? I'd like to be able to take it on rough roads in Baja when it's finished. Thanks, Mike