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SuperDave
SuperDave Senior Contributor
edited July 2012 in HUDSON
I found an apparatus that appears to be demonstrating an early auto front suspension system..or.. perhaps a patent model? imageimage

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  • lostmind
    lostmind Expert Adviser
    Bicep builder?
  • SuperDave
    SuperDave Senior Contributor
    Maybe thumb exercisor LOL it's only about 12" wide.
  • Browniepetersen
    Browniepetersen Senior Contributor
    Henry Ford had these built so that he could demonstrate the efficiency of the single cross spring used on his early cars. You could see these in NAPA dealers clear up to the mid 50's. (And, if you believe this I have 3 acres of ocean front property in Idaho I would like to sell. I can make you a great deal on it.)
  • SuperDave
    SuperDave Senior Contributor
    Thanks Rick.
    You hit the nail on the head.
    I think the definition of "shock absorber" has changed through the years. If it were to be used in the front end of a car with independant axles. It would be something like Hudson had prewar. Only upside down..
    Now what do I do with it? Perhaps find a relative of Dear old W.D. Brown and sell it to them! LOL
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