Re: IML: suspension

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

The answer to your question is "yes". 1957 through 1966 Imperials have essentially the same front suspension.

It is not a job that you would likely wish to do yourself, and is also one that will be difficult to find a shop to do, particularly in Europe, but not impossible.

It would have been preferable to have had the front suspension rebuilt "State-side" prior to shipment, if only you had known. Though few and far between, there are a few shops still left here in the USA that have the tools and the capability to do this. I had the '62 Imperial done just last year in one day for under $500.00 and it drives like a dream. Even though it was done in one day, it took them nearly all day to do it, and that is what they do for a living.

Paul

In a message dated 10/26/2004 3:33:21 PM Eastern Daylight Time, "acorn2" <acorn2@xxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:

>I have been reading the e-mails regarding suspension parts renewal on the early 60's Imperial. and it fills me with fear and trepidation. ?I am to renew my front bushes etc on our 57 Southampton ?when they arrive and was wondering if this would be as hard a task to work on as the early 60s mentioned? ?I have enquired at our local garage but as I am not conversant with Amereican vehicles or whats involved, they seem reluctant to take on the task
>
>A big thankyou to all who have answered my queries about wipers. ?Its good to be a member of such a helpful bunch of enthusiasts.
>
>Ken & Annette
>


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