7 lb. cucumbers, sliced
2 c. lime mixed with 2 gallons water

Soak 24 hours. Rinse well and cover with ice water for 3 hours. Allow to drain. Mix together:

2 qt. vinegar
4 1/2 lb. sugar
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. celery seed
1 tbsp. whole cloves
1 tbsp. pickling spice

Pour over drained pickles. Soak in syrup overnight. Boil for 30 minutes. Add 1 cup white raisins. Boil 5 minutes. Jar and seal.