56 Spring Band Position?

[Mark P.]

Can anyone tell me at what position the bands should be placed on 56 springs? I have looked at as much info as I can and can't get a definitive determination. It looks like they are positioned fairly close to each end, but is it 6" from each end? Evenly spaced? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mark

[Gary C.]

Re: 56 Spring Band Position?

Mark, photos of '56 rear springs. Two of the bands fit into notches on the springs which one of the photos show. Here's some measurements taken by Dave Smith on his '57 Bowtie. Gary....
- front spring clamp from front spring end Driv.side 5" Pass side 5"
- second front spring clamp from front spring end Driv. side 12-3/4" Pass side 12"
- rear spring clamp from rear spring end Driv. side 5-1/4" Pass side 6"

[Mark P.]

Re: 56 Spring Band Position?

Gary,

Exactly what I needed. The pictures are really great. I'm guessing that by the measurements that differ, that they just need to be in a range and not exact. I would doubt that judges put a tape measure to them anyway. Thanks for all your help. Much appreciated.

Mark