1968 Olds 98 convt rear coil springs

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Old Jan 23, 2021 | 08:50 AM
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1968 Olds 98 convt rear coil springs

I have noticed that as I drive on wavy roads, the rear suspension seems to bottom out. I recently had the rear shock absorbers replaced. Do the rear coil springs need to be replaced? Are HD coil springs available for this model
Old Jan 23, 2021 | 09:18 AM
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Are you sure the correct shocks were installed?
Old Jan 23, 2021 | 11:10 AM
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The shocks installed were ordered from Rock Auto Monroe 5820. The problem with the bottoming out existing even with the previous shocks,
Old Jan 23, 2021 | 01:53 PM
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From looking at your pictures in the thread link below, I'd say your springs are fine. Usually when springs on these cars are bad the rear of the car will sag. Look at other parts of the suspension and see if any bushings are worn out.
Owner of a 1968 98 convt - ClassicOldsmobile.com
Old Jan 24, 2021 | 05:42 AM
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Rock Auto has these Husky Springs RV503 that have variable rate coil springs.
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