Correct coil springs for '50 Roadmaster 72R?

[Buford]

I purchased a pair of NOS coil springs at an auction for the rear of my '50 Roadmaster 4-door 72R part #1315231. I've since learned that they may or may not be the correct coil springs for a 72R. Not having access to a parts manual, I'm hoping someone has knowledge of these or a parts manual. Any help is appreciated.

[1953mack]

I purchased a pair of NOS coil springs at an auction for the rear of my '50 Roadmaster 4-door 72R part #1315231. I've since learned that they may or may not be the correct coil springs for a 72R. Not having access to a parts manual, I'm hoping someone has knowledge of these or a parts manual. Any help is appreciated.

According to a BUICK MASTER PARTS BOOK 1928-1954, you have rear coil springs that are OEM "regular" correct for the following Buick Estate Wagons:

.....1950-1953 Super (Model 59)

.....1953 Roadmaster (Model 79R)

.....1954 Special (Model 49)

.....1954 Century (Model 69).

They are also listed as being used as a "500 pound overload" spring on numerous 1950-1954 Buick models.

They also may be applicable to years beyond 1954 that I do not have any reference materials to check with.

Al Malachowski

BCA #8965

"500 Miles West of Flint"

[Buford]

Thanks, Al, For the help. Now I won't wonder why my ride height doesn't look right had I put those springs in. Thanks again.

Al Ford

[old-tank]

Thanks, Al, For the help. Now I won't wonder why my ride height doesn't look right had I put those springs in. Thanks again.

Al Ford

Most stock or well engineered 'overload' springs will not affect the empty ride height; just the loaded ride height. If you travel with lots of tools and parts in the trunk or pile 6 people in frequently, the overloads would be a better choice.

Willie

[Buford]

Thanks for the clarification. Unfortunately, these springs aren't listed as correct overload springs for my car either, according to the page out of the Master Parts Book above. Perhaps someone else can use them.

[49_buick_super]

Try these folks:

http://www.eatondetroitspring.com/

[Buford]

Thanks for the reference.

Al Ford