Re: IML: Raising the Rear

[randalpark@xxxxxxx]

Raising a 1956 through 1966 Imperial rear to above stock hieght changes 
the second drive shaft angle. On '56 through at least '62, and possibly 
the others as well, this usually creates a very annoying vibration 
during acceleration. Some of this can be alleviated by removing the 
stack of shims undereneath the carrier bearing housing. Doing that 
makes the angle incorrect when there are passengers in the back seat. I 
question the need to raise the car. It was designed to be a particuar 
hieght for both appearance and handling reasons.

Paul W.

-----Original Message-----
From: tumanycars@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Sent: Thu, 17 May 2007 10:54 AM
Subject: Re: IML: Several problems

Rear leaf springs can be obtained from Eaton (www.eatonsprings.com).  
Last fall I priced a set of springs for a 63 Imperial.  The price was 
around $459.00.  I have not yet purchased them but have bought springs 
from Eaton for other cars.  They make the springs to your 
specifications.  I have had springs made to raise the vehicle above 
stock height.
 
Ray
2-63 convertibles


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