John -
Instead of trying to 'Jerry Rig' something using parts that don't belong,
try Eaton Detroit Spring (313 963-3839). They supply springs for the auto
industry and are very helpful to us restorers. Great people, very
knowledgeable.
Ron
----- Original Message -----
From: John Compton <desotojohn@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, April 27, 2000 1:22 AM
Subject: [FWDLK] 55 Desoto Suspension
> Hi
>
> My son's 55 Desoto rides well on the road. It looks level when on a flat
> surface, but I think it rides a little to low in the rear. The rear view
> mirror looks at mostly headliner. It has new shocks on the front and
rear.
> I think about 2 inches lift in the rear should do it.
>
> I have been thinking of adding 1 of the following;
> a. air shocks
> b. overloads
> c. new springs
> d. adjustable air springs
>
> My dad had the same problem with a different 55 Desoto in the 60's when he
> carried his carpenter tools in the trunk. He installed overloads.
>
> I assume air shocks for mid 70's Dodge Chargers should work (since
Desoto's
> aren't in the catalog). I don't have a clue where I would get new
springs.
> I've heard re-arching the old springs may or may not work over the long
> term.
>
> Has anyone on the Forward Look list tried solving this problem lately?
> Opinions welcome!
> Thanks
>
> John Compton
> Fullerton, CA
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