C1, '58 rear springs

[Terry leeker]

Once again I come to the well of knowledge. With the original rear springs installed, I seem to have about 3 inches of driveshaft yoke showing with weight on the rearend (though sans bumpers and interior). I would expect an 1 1/2 inches showing. A rough measurment indicates that the present installation has the longer portion of the spring to the front, measured from the centerline of the axle. I found a post in the archives that stated a '57 spring had a 1 1/2 inch offset (clamping bolt) to the rear, thus the front of the spring longer. Is there a front and rear to the main leaf springs and what is correct.

[Wayne P.]

Re: C1, '58 rear springs

It will only fit in one direction. The end with the large bushing hole goes to the front.

[Terry Leeker]

Re: C1, '58 rear springs

Thanks, it's been a year since I built up the rear end. I knew it took different bushings but I couldn't remember if the difference was external or ID.