Is it worth getting new leaf springs?

[triple_green]

my car has the originals, how much of an improvement and where to purchase.

Thanks!

[bakerhillpins]

Ok, so read that a bit more closely this time..  

My opinion is yes, they wear like any other suspension component. I suspect my leafs are toast (the rest of the suspension was) and I was thinking about the same. I would think that at a minimum you would want to replace all the bushings if you haven't. Lots of sites give info on checking them out such as:
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/how-to-know-when-to-replace-sagging-leaf-springs

Looking for OEM or just any old springs?  There was a post about this a short time ago.....  

http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,131617.0.html

[303 Mopar]

Yes it is and I would highly recommend ESPO.com, great quality USA made. I would also recommend +1" arch for a nice stance unless you like factory level.   

[70 sublime]

What about getting the old springs re arched ?
Would this help any ?

The ones in my car look almost flat

[WhiteOnGreen]

What about getting the old springs re arched ?
Would this help any ?

The ones in my car look almost flat

Yes, most mopar looks flat from factory

[Bronzedodge]

From the 1969 FSM, Group 17, 1st paragraph under "General Information":

" The rear springs are of the semi-elliptical type and are designed to have little or no camber under very light loads.  When the load on the rear suspension is increased, a small amount of reverse spring camber is normal.  A relatively flat rear spring gives better lateral stability and reduces side sway which provides a well controlled ride and superior handling and stability characteristics."

Having quoted that, we have come a long way from 1969.  The first start is an assessment I suppose.  Are they rusty?  How are the bushings?

[70 sublime]

Hmmm  maybe mine are not as bad as I thought

[HPP]

From the 1969 FSM, Group 17, 1st paragraph under "General Information":

" The rear springs are of the semi-elliptical type and are designed to have little or no camber under very light loads.  When the load on the rear suspension is increased, a small amount of reverse spring camber is normal.  A relatively flat rear spring gives better lateral stability and reduces side sway which provides a well controlled ride and superior handling and stability characteristics."

Having quoted that, we have come a long way from 1969.  The first start is an assessment I suppose.  Are they rusty?  How are the bushings?

True, but all that info still is still relevant to performance leaf springs. A good leaf actually has a fair amount of tech  built into it that you've never notice; <ulti leaf,  mono leaf, camber, control ratio, parabolic ratio, eye types, leaf count, leaf end style, inter-leaf liners, clip type, mounting orientation, spring rate, load rate, check rate, materials are all factors built into a quality spring.

[AKcharger]

I had no idea how saggy and low my car was till I changed the springs...huge improvement!

[Draco]

Just pulling the springs apart and cleaning the rust and dirt out. Fresh spring ware pads and new center bolt can make a big difference. Along with new eye bushings. Measure the height before and after.

[Ghoste]

They could sit level and then depending on the style of driving you do be failing you as well.  If you are loading the suspension a bunch then you may still need to replace them.