'61 LeSabre Rear Wheel Removal?

Discussion in 'Buick FAQ' started by Seraziel, Jun 15, 2021.

  1. Seraziel

    Seraziel Member

    I would assume that the rear wheels are supposed to drop down some when jacked up to allow the tires to be removed. But mine don't and I've tried several jacking points on both the frame and body. Thus far I've had to deflate the tires to squeeze them between the body and brake drums. Am I missing something or is there a trick to it?
    Thanks for any help!
     
  2. bobc455

    bobc455 Well-Known Member

    Without knowing more, is it possible you have aftermarket springs which are stiffer (and therefore drop less)?

    -Bob
     
  3. Seraziel

    Seraziel Member

    Guess I'll have to check on that, but they don't seem very stiff. It's odd though cause driver's side drops a little bit but passenger doesn't at all.
     
  4. GSX 554

    GSX 554 Gold Level Contributor

    Maybe the shocks have been replaced and don't extend far enough ?? Or tires oversized ???? Try disconnecting the shock and see if the rear drops further .
     
  5. Seraziel

    Seraziel Member

    I'll try that. Thanks for the tip!
     

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