Anybody run original leaf springs?

I'm looking at the rear end installation in my '65. The leaf springs look pretty good, the height of the car is good, and although the mount bushings are old, I don't feel any slop in the mounting points. I'm thinking I'll go with the original set up, at least for now. I've replace the 8 3/4 center section, checked and repacked the axle bearings and replaced the axle seals. Am I nuts for not removing/replacing the springs?

If height and ride are OK and they look OK I'd say use them - preferably with new bushings. Not nuts at all.

let them ride if they check ok on the bushings

swapped an 8 3/4for a dana and used original springs...no issues

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If height and ride are OK and they look OK I'd say use them

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X2. I'm assuming this is for a little stoplight action & not a dragger or other app where their function is critical.