Members, I have a 1957 Buick Century...just in the process of tearing down..and am at the front suspension. Question....being that this is a 1 year only suspension and is extremely pricey..how do I do a bench test on my existing ball joint to see if they are usable?...or do I just bite the bullet and replace regardless? Question where would I get a set of new ball joints?...anyone get them? Are you happy, from where? Question, where do I get a rebuild kit for the front suspension ( all bushings etc.)..who has a good source? Question, I have a spindle that looks iffy.....where would I get a replacement? Thanks a lot......Jimmi V.
Ball joint specs are in the chassis manual. The lowers, IIRC, had some play new. That's the way they were designed. The specs are in the books. If you do a search I know someone came up with something as a replacement & also for shocks.