Re: [FWDLK] 56 Shocks

[Paul Holmgren <paulholm@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Brent Burger wrote:
> I am in need of shocks (front and rear) for my 1956 Dodge.   I believe 
> there was a list member selling these shocks on ebay.  Please forward 
> any information if possible as my Dodge has a lean to the left.

> Thanks,

> Greg in WI

> 1956 Dodge Royal Lancer

>     ****************************

> Shocks don't support any load, they just dampen out suspension movement 
> unless you get air shocks or spring over shocks. Your car should have 
> the same stance with or without shocks. Look for broken springs or 
> torsion bars or possibly a torsion bar in need of adjustment. 
>
> John



> The struts usually go out on 56 Dodges before they lose their 
> torsion bars.
>  
>     Of course, it could be the muffler bearings need shimming.  ;-D
>  
>     As a serious aside, a broken spring or mount would be my first 
> suspicion.
>  
>     B.

ummmmmm,  dis poor brain seems to think torsion bars were new to mopar 
in 1957, would not that 56 still have springs on the front?????


--
Paul Holmgren
2 57 300-C's in Indy
Hoosier Corps L#6

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