Anto Sway Bar, Rear Shocks on 1939 Deluxe Vert

[Ramblin Reck]

Planning on installing this kit bought from B Drake this weekend. On my 39 right now, are the remnants from what we think is a Western Auto Store rear shocks which look very similar to the shock mounts included in this kit. It is located on the left rear backing plate and I have not removed it to see if the bolt holes line up. Dang I hope they do!

Both shocks have been removed as well as the shock mount from the right backing plate. The upper bolt is still in the backing plate but the lower bolt is gone and has been replaced by a short bolt.

In the cross frame member there are holes on each side which look like they would support the upper shock mount pegs.

While replacing all of the brake shoes, master cylinder and brake lines it appears obvious that a great trauma occurred some time in the past on the right rear wheel. Like maybe it hit a curb at high speed and removed the lower backing plate shock mount. I say this because the brake drum appears to have been replaced as it shows very little wear compared to the other drums which are worn past tolerance for turning. It also has a brand new "not-rusted" brake line running to it where all the other brake lines are very rusted looking and have been replaced.


Anyone who has made this modification successfully and has advice, this rookie will appreciate it


PS Many have advised to replace with the original Houdaille Shocks but I choose to go this way since there are tube type piston shocks already on the front wheels.