rear springs

Hi Guys, need some advice on rear springs for my s3 SWB station wagon, rear springs are de-laminated and need changing (after 40 years no surprise)
I dont want to go the para route, but the standard springs I see new look a bit poor quality, and I hear horror stories about poor quality imports, I really would like some original 11 leafers from some-one doing a para swap, or some GOOD new ones. any recomendations?

I had the rear springs refurbished on my old series one,
stripped re tempered and painted,

The place is shut now, which is a shame ,Its a dieing art,
Still maybe worth looking for somewhere local for a price

If you are not carting heavy loads in the back then go for some 7 leaf lightweight landrover springs for a smother ride.

You can buy proper British made springs from either GB springs or Jones springs. I think GB will do paras as well.

I just bought a set from Jones, good service, bushes fitted, look the bussiness. But, they are a bit slow....5 week lead time for mine. They were recomended to me by Dunsfold LR.

Lots of folks on here have used GB springs, search and you will find.

Thanks Guys!
I am intrigued by the idea of using 7 leaf lightweight springs for a softer ride, do they need shorter u-bolts?

Got some used but in good condition 11 leaf springs in Stafford. If u do decide to stick with um let me know.

Would imagined the u bolts are standard as the seem to come with plenty of thread

Edd, hope you got my message?

edd s2 said:

Got some used but in good condition 11 leaf springs in Stafford. If u do decide to stick with um let me know.

Would imagined the u bolts are standard as the seem to come with plenty of thread

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Edd, can you let me know if the springs are still available?
thanks

Magnetman