Help “A” guy out.

[Gene F]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

My Tudor was the same way for a long time. Turned out there was a leaf broken IN THE FRONT SPRING. One of the guys in my club gave me a leaf out of a used spring he had. About a year later the same thing happened. I called Snyders and ordered a new one.

 

[ronn]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

ok ok heres another idea..........run the drivers side tires at 32 psi and the pass side at 23 psi.................

 

[Sunny the Model A]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

ok ok heres another idea..........run the drivers side tires at 32 psi and the pass side at 23 psi.................

Don't give the knuckleheads any wise ideas mate.

 

[ronn]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

wonder how that Coker warranty would work out..................


Sunny every day of the week!

 

[brokenspoke]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

Loosen front and rear u bolts that hold the spring to frame, then stand on right side and jump gently, up and down, the car will tilt back, tighten u bolts. Done

 

[ronn]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

brokenspoke- best answer of the day!

 

[JRrev]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

Had same issue. Thought for sure it was the front spring. Installed a new spring to no avail. Measured the frame rails left to right, nope. Turned out to be the rear spring center bolt broke, also causing the leaves to shift slightly and fatigue unevenly. Replaced and all was well.

 

[46HARLEY]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

Loosen front and rear u bolts that hold the spring to frame, then stand on right side and jump gently, up and down, the car will tilt back, tighten u bolts. Done

I like this idea, that is what I’ll do. Thanks for suggestion.

 

[WHN]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

I like this idea, that is what I’ll do. Thanks for suggestion.

Shade tree mechanics way of fixing.

You have a problem. Things are worn out or broken. If your just looking to have a beater? This is the way to go.

If your planning on driving the car? I would try to make it safe.

Good luck.

 

[46HARLEY]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

Exercising the springs sounded like a good idea so I did, this car has only moved a little over a mile in years. Did not unbolt anything. Not sure but I think it was related to the shackles. Only maybe a 1/4 inch off now. Need to clean and lubricate everything, it all looks fine. Thanks

 

[katy]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

While you're at it I'd suggest that you dis-assemble both springs, wire wheel them clean, paint with slip-plate before re-assembling.

 

[700rpm]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

Clean and lube the rear spring. Lots of info on here about how to. Use the search to find it.

If you decide to work on that rear spring, be very careful!
They can actually kill you if they let loose. Find some articles on safe handling of that spring.

 

[Dick M]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

It could be the square bolt at the top of the springs is not seated in the crossmember slot. To check this, loosen the nuts on the u-bolts holding the spring set. Grab hold of the bumper on the low side and lift the car in a rocking motion. You will hear and see if the square bolt seats in its spot on the crossmember.

 

[Jim M]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

I had very similar issue. I took the springs off, took them apart (be VERY careful) and took them to a sandblaster who thoroughly cleaned them and undercoated them. Took them back to my shop and put them back together (used some kind of dry lube but don't rember what it was) then reasembled them. Worked like a charm and car sits fine. Should say I did lots of other things while it was apart...took the better part of a couple of months...and then reassembled everything. It drives and handles great!!

 

[46HARLEY]

Re: Help “A” guy out.

I think reworking spring is a good idea, been watching u-tube videos. Looks like a interesting project but worth the effort. Good winter work. Thanks for your comments.