The folks at ESPO are really helpful. I asked for an additional spring after ordering the basic set and they actually sent them free just to keep me happy. I dealt right with the owner. I didn't have them change the arch since that effects ride height, just a thicker set of leafs with a little thicker one for the right side to offset torque.
I installed poly bushings in the stock rear shackles and they point straight up and down. I do have 1" spacers to move them forward, but never installed them.
With a full tank and all our suitcases, cooler, etc, in the trunk, it rides very smooth but crisp. I had to go to KYB shocks in the back for a better ride. The Edlebrocks brought the ride height up a good inch and road a little too stiff for my wife. It felt like we were in a road course car. I think the "A" body rear Edelbrocks were meant for a "B" body. They have a much bigger diameter and ride accordingly.
I must mention the tire wear is very even front and back. I was going through tires every 2 to 3 years. Now after 3 or 4 years they still show even wear with lots of rubber left. I do rotate them at 5,000 miles and sipe them for extra traction and longer wear.
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I'm working on it though. They have 4 thick leaves rather than 5 or 6 thinner leaves. Pushing the axle 1/2" rearward was actually helpful for me as I have an 8" Ford rear end under the car. The springs and rear axle were both budget minded decisions.