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vt2000driver

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1947 rear spring
« on: December 01, 2013, 04:16:38 PM »
I think I need a new main spring for a 47 kaiser can anyone help?
1953 traveler (long gone)
1949 Bermuda tan (still in California not mine)
1953 Manhattan (parts car long gone)
1947 special (modified) Linda's
1953 Carolina my first Hydra-Matic not on road yet
1951 $520.00 delux with whiskey under front seat!

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Re: 1947 rear spring
« Reply #1 on: December 01, 2013, 05:31:35 PM »
it's a bit difficult to understand what you're looking for,  ???, but if you're looking for rear axle leaf springs for your car, I got mine from these folks and am very satified.

http://www.saintlouisspring.com/

Mike

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JoeKeys2010

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Re: 1947 rear spring
« Reply #2 on: December 01, 2013, 08:03:39 PM »
I have a 1949 parts car. Not sure if they are the same
1949 Kaiser Deluxe
1964 Ford Custom (Galaxie)
1960 Metropolitan

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Re: 1947 rear spring
« Reply #3 on: December 01, 2013, 09:06:52 PM »
OK, I see you've added a photo now.  Now it makes sense

My advice is to invest in new springs.  Likely the ones on your 49 arn't much better; remember, they're 63 years old and have been holding the weight of the car all that time.  Labors less and you'll appreciate the ride with properly tempered and height correct springs.

They should be replaced in sets.

Hope this helps, Mike
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1953 Kaiser Manhattan, 4 Door (Now in Australia)
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Re: 1947 rear spring
« Reply #4 on: December 02, 2013, 05:30:15 PM »
I agree I would buy new if available.  Didn't know new was an option.
1949 Kaiser Deluxe
1964 Ford Custom (Galaxie)
1960 Metropolitan