Re: Compressing front springs - '39 Coupe

Posted by shinyDUCK On 2010/2/12 11:45:15

Hi Clipper
Good point - you may be right as to "tying down" a coil spring on the later models. I NEVER took a post-Safety-Flex suspension apart, so I have NO clue how to do it safely.

Again, assuming you follow the proceedure I was taught, meaning, DO NOT DISCONNECT THE REAR LOWER TORQUE ARM BALL, the spring cannot go ANYWHERE - impossible!

Again, this instruction ONLY applies to so called "Safety-Flex" suspensions on the Jr. Packards starting in '35 production, and continuing thru '41. And the "big" or "Senior" Packards from '37 to '42.

Dont listen to me on anything later - listen to Clipper !