stock bumper heigth for 55 buick

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by 55special, Aug 25, 2006.

  1. 55special

    55special Well-Known Member

    Does anyone know the stock bumper height for a 55 special. I want to lower the front but i'm not sure how far my stock springs have sagged over the last 50 years..
    thanx chad
     
  2. DualQuad55

    DualQuad55 Well-Known Member

    Finding true bumper height may be tough but a shop manual should show ride/trim height for your car. Just get yourself under the car and measure the installed/loaded height of the springs and the coil diameter etc... now, then go to a GOOD parts store and ask for their spring book. Check your measurements against those in the book and order accordingly.
    This is how I raised the rear of mine an inch and a half.
     
  3. 55special

    55special Well-Known Member

    that's a great tip.
    thanx
    chad
     

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