Thread: Rear buddy spring on a model A

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It's kind of a shade tree method, but how about putting a pair of big C-clamps on either side of the center bolt, remove it and replace with a piece of all thread rod, or better yet a long, Grade 8 bolt with a full depth nut on the bottom. Loosen the C-clamps, then use the nut to release the tension on the spring. Once slack you will be able to spread the main leaf by hand, or with a little assistance from a ratchet strap or lever. With the main leaf in the shackles re-tighten the nut on the long bolt, replace the C-clamps securely on both sides of the bolt and remove the long bolt to replace the original center spring bolt and you're done.

Originally Posted by rspears

It's kind of a shade tree method, but how about putting a pair of big C-clamps on either side of the center bolt, remove it and replace with a piece of all thread rod, or better yet a long, Grade 8 bolt with a full depth nut on the bottom. Loosen the C-clamps, then use the nut to release the tension on the spring. Once slack you will be able to spread the main leaf by hand, or with a little assistance from a ratchet strap or lever. With the main leaf in the shackles re-tighten the nut on the long bolt, replace the C-clamps securely on both sides of the bolt and remove the long bolt to replace the original center spring bolt and you're done.

Thanks,
there is not enough room under the car to do this.

Originally Posted by SDLuck

Thanks, there is not enough room under the car to do this.

Oh well, I figured you'd have to drop the spring out of the cross-member and let everything drop down to get room, but it was a stretch anyway.

Originally Posted by rspears

Oh well, I figured you'd have to drop the spring out of the cross-member and let everything drop down to get room, but it was a stretch anyway.

If i remove the rear end from the car that might work.

Originally Posted by SDLuck

If i remove the rear end from the car that might work.

Yes I can do that,but I am try to get a rough Idea on how many leafs to start with?