Straighten Radius Rods ??? 32'

[Ian1932]

The bent radius rods probably resulted from allowing a '32 to roll back off a trailer after the ramps have been removed. The bend is about at the balance point of the car. Do not ask me how I know this.

P. S. they can be straightened, but it takes some effort and a torch.

I agree! The way they are bent it had to have dropped or bounced off of a trailer...Ramps were probably to steep. My father possibly did this himself, haha.

 

[Ian1932]

Done! We had a little press in the warehouse @ work...

 

[JSeery]

Looking good! Thanks for the photos.

 

[glennpm]

Great repair and pictures Ian!

 

[Mart]

Nice job, that's all it needed, carefully applied pressure in the right place whilst correctly supported.

Well done.

Mart.

 

[Ian1932]

Thanks guys. Took about 1/2 hour to make the jig and about 1/4 hours to press them...

 

[NealinCA]

Nice job!

 

[rotorwrench]

That's the hot smokin tip for those old rods. Came out just like you wanted.