Jim Addington

Thanks Terry, I did replace the front mounts about 14 years ago. I have checked them again when replacing the front crank seal (leather) and also checked the rear when replacing the clutch. It was my first guess then. Pretty sure it's the torque ball. I'll know soon. Jim A ?

Thanks Bob, I hope to find a good used or possibly a new one. I have found a very used one, but it's pretty ragged. Any help is appreciated. Jim A ?

Down here is in The Villages, about 1 hour North of Orlando. Been here for 11 years, formerly central Illinois. How about you? J.

Hi All, Thanks for your valuable responses. I asked Bob's about reconditioning today. They had no one to do it. On my last look up under the ball boot seal, it looked shredded and shot. I had replaced the pilot bearing, clutch, and trans gaskets, but did not feel looseness in the u-joint or shaft. I was and am getting a bad vibration at 45 - 50 MPH. The whole drive train and front end shakes. Have replaced kingpins, a-frame bushings and balanced tires. I have not taken it down yet due to not having a torque ball to install. Just driving less than 45. I may need the front shaft also when i get into it. The mounting bushings are frozen in the threads, but i think I can free them. We have great car shows down here with 250 - 300 cars. Lots of fun to keep them running and original. Any advise or assistance is welcome. Jim A

Looking for a torque ball for my 1939 Buick Special. I have tried Bob's and some others - no luck. Thanks for any help. Jim A

Hi all, I am a proud owner of my 1939 Buick Series 41 4 door. It is mostly vintage with some restoration. My current issue is to find a workable torque ball. I have tried Bobs and others with no luck . Could anyone help me with info on where to find one? I drive it here in Florida and do local car shows. Any help is appreciated. Jim Addington jama9980@gmail.com