40 Front Stabilizer Bushings

[philipswanson]

Has anyone re-bushed the front stabilizer end bushings where it attaches to the 3033-C/3032-C bolts on a '40? The rubber (3558-A) is easy to find but mine are loose at the end bolts where they attach to the outer spindles. It looks like a shackle bushing but a different size.

[deuce_roadster]

On my 2 40 passenger cars, they are ALMOST the same as the front spring shackle pin. The only difference I can see is that the stabilizer does not use a cotter pin so there is no hole for one and so nut is not a castle nut and it uses a washer.

[philipswanson]

Originally Posted by deuce_roadster

On my 2 40 passenger cars, they are ALMOST the same as the front spring shackle pin. The only difference I can see is that the stabilizer does not use a cotter pin so there is no hole for one and so nut is not a castle nut and it uses a washer.

Have you ever changed one? On mine, they look smaller and shorter than the front spring shackle bushings.

[deuce_roadster]

No, I haven't needed to. I believe the lack of cotter pin hole would give them a different part number. I haven't actually looked that part up but I will.
I need to do more investigating, my 40 Chassis book only shows the early stabilizer bar which is completely different. Green Bible does not show a 40 front axle.
The more I think about it, I have several NOS perch bolts that already have that part installed. If you are interested in changing the perch bolts out (often not a simple task) PM me as I don't anticipate needing my extras.

[19Fordy]

Here's some photos that may help. The Chassis Parts Book has the pictorials.

[Terry,OH]

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I have changed them. They are identical to the front spring shackles. 2" long body and 0.75" Dia. They have to be installed the same way as the spring shackle, by using a press.

[Kube]

Originally Posted by Terry,OH

I have changed them. They are identical to the front spring shackles. 2" long body and 0.75" Dia. They have to be installed the same way as the spring shackle, by using a press.

Terry, I fully agree with you. However, it appears from numerous other posts that Philipswansons wagon is a "one off" and as such may be different in this area than all other 1940 Fords built.
I for one, have stopped offering advice to Philip as I simply have done no research in to such a super rare vehicle.

[philipswanson]

Originally Posted by Kube

Terry, I fully agree with you. However, it appears from numerous other posts that Philipswansons wagon is a "one off" and as such may be different in this area than all other 1940 Fords built.
I for one, have stopped offering advice to Philip as I simply have done no research in to such a super rare vehicle.

Even though the wagons don't follow all the Standard vs. Deluxe rules on all interior parts, the chassis appears to be the same for the most part. The only difference I have found underneath is the rear spring has an extra leaf for the wagon. Since the bodies were unique this makes sense.
"Numerous other posts" probably means two. I found the Deluxe wagon used Standard interior door handles as well as the dash being painted as a Standard color to match the rest of the interior.

[philipswanson]

Originally Posted by Terry,OH

I have changed them. They are identical to the front spring shackles. 2" long body and 0.75" Dia. They have to be installed the same way as the spring shackle, by using a press.

That's good to know. Thanks for that. Since I have some extra bushings, I'll give it a go. Phil

[Kube]

Originally Posted by philipswanson

Even though the wagons don't follow all the Standard vs. Deluxe rules on all interior parts, the chassis appears to be the same for the most part. The only difference I have found underneath is the rear spring has an extra leaf for the wagon. Since the bodies were unique this makes sense.
"Numerous other posts" probably means two. I found the Deluxe wagon used Standard interior door handles as well as the dash being painted as a Standard color to match the rest of the interior.

You should write an article about the uniqueness of your wagon. I have little doubt many would enjoy you sharing.
I know I really like the "odd" one and would thoroughly enjoy you sharing any documentation uncovered that explain the anomalies of your car.
I'd be certain to include any and all in my forthcoming book.

[philipswanson]

Originally Posted by Kube

You should write an article about the uniqueness of your wagon. I have little doubt many would enjoy you sharing.
I know I really like the "odd" one and would thoroughly enjoy you sharing any documentation uncovered that explain the anomalies of your car.
I'd be certain to include any and all in my forthcoming book.

Sounds good but I am still in the fact gathering mode and don't feel confident enough yet to do that. I am learning allot from Webb Smith who is completely restoring a 40 wagon and has many other old Fords. I will be going to Wavecrest in September and will no doubt learn allot more. Wavecrest is still the biggest Woodie meet and is in Encinitas, CA every year. There are usually at least 10 1940 Ford woodies there every year. I still may be wrong on some of my assumptions and would hate to print a falsehood. It's hard to go back almost 80 years and figure out exactly what was done in every case. Woodies are very unique.