FS accessory spring for early cars
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FS accessory spring for early cars
No idea on brand on spring is busted and missing 3 caps $80 shipped
Please hold the other 6 voices are taking a vote
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Re: FS accessory spring for early cars
That brand & design of front springs/shocks were pointed out as a factor in the fatal crash of Ken Meek. My apologies for bringing this up.
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Re: FS accessory spring for early cars
I do not like sabotaging people's for sale items. However, on these style shock absorbers, it is very important to keep reminding that the fronts of these should not be used on a T intended to be driven on modern roads and in modern traffic.Jerry VanOoteghem wrote: ↑Mon Aug 25, 2025 12:46 pmThat brand & design of front springs/shocks were pointed out as a factor in the fatal crash of Ken Meek. My apologies for bringing this up.
There are solid engineering reasons WHY these are unsafe on the front axle. I think they look great as wall hangers and discussion pieces (discussions should include the explanation that they should not be used today)
A pair of rear shock absorbers of this type (depending a bit on specific manufacturer?) in good condition should be okay for use today, and I think look fantastic on a brass era T!
So I am on your side Jerry V O!
Good luck with the sale! In spite of recent as well as long past histories.
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Re: FS accessory spring for early cars
Can we have at least a brief explanation of the design dangers?