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03-24-2021, 09:20 PM | #1 |
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1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
The original rear spring on my 3 window has lost its arch , what is the best solution , purchase a new one i.e. Posies or a used one .
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03-25-2021, 12:22 AM | #2 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Are you doing a restoration or street rod? I think Posies have a teflon button on the end of the leaf. I don't know if they make a stock one. Can a spring shop rearch yours?
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03-25-2021, 08:38 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
A good spring shop should be able to handle it - but you need to check with them and see if they can handle curved springs. As a side not, am looking into this very issue in Columbus this week - as I have a friend who needs to re-arch his rear spring and reverse the eyes (to lower the car). We're going to find out if the local spring shop can actually do this (they say they can) - will report back . . .
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03-25-2021, 09:59 AM | #4 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Sound good , let me know
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03-25-2021, 01:36 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Remember to tell the spring shop the spring has a curve to clear the rear end when viewed from the top. You might also try a wanted ad, either for a complete rebuilt spring or for individual leafs if you have yours rebuilt.
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03-26-2021, 11:34 AM | #6 |
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It's possible that a PM to "DavidG" might get you a reasonable and reliable suggestion for a source. I'd almost bet that Michael Driskell at 3rg Gen Automotive could also get you close. DD |
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03-26-2021, 02:46 PM | #8 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
If neither of those pan out, you could ten check with Fred at SouthSide Obsolete. He is "barnfind08" on this forum and has a lot of NOS stuff.
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03-26-2021, 08:04 PM | #9 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Thanks
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03-25-2021, 02:56 PM | #10 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
If you decide to buy a new spring, check out Eaton Spring on the internet, They have leaf springs for just about anything.
Be sure to specify the number of leaves.
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03-28-2021, 06:12 PM | #11 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Steve. Give me a call. 715-776-1932. Tom Richards
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03-25-2021, 07:07 PM | #12 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
As Steve/IL above says Eaton Spring in Detroit. They ship and first rate work.
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03-26-2021, 11:23 AM | #13 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Thanks for the information , your the best !
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03-26-2021, 11:30 AM | #14 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
Just checked with Eaton Spring , they want $800 for 1 rear spring on 32 Ford and have terrible reviews , I'll do something else .
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03-26-2021, 03:05 PM | #15 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
I am not sure if you want to try to rearch it yourself, it is not all that hard but does involve time & a bit dangerous. I did mine on the 34 but different spring. I made this press & with a bottle jack ,a piece of cake to reverse the ends to reverse the eyes.
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03-26-2021, 03:10 PM | #16 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
I have a brand new Eaton spring I had made for my 34, you can have it for free if you want. Total junk! Ken
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03-26-2021, 08:03 PM | #17 |
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Re: 1932 Ford 3 widow coupe
I am afraid of Eaton Spring
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