Re: [FWDLK] 56 Shocks

[Jim Faber <fabe7445@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

   OK, while we're in '56 vintage, where do I find brake shoes for my '56B ? 21/2" x 12"

   Thanks, Jim Faber
> 
> From: Paul Holmgren <paulholm@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Date: 2007/03/26 Mon PM 04:20:34 EST
> To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [FWDLK] 56 Shocks
> 
> 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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