Streamline Smitten Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 I am looking at buying a '41 Zephyr that has the Columbia. Is it trouble prone? I intend on touring with the car and I don't need something that is going to be a headache. If I do get the car, what preventative measures should I take to reduce the risk of failure of the Columbia? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C. Douglas Johnson Jr. Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Stock they have weak points but there are a couple of people that rebuild them and take the weak spots out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19tom40 Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 I would buy the car and put aside money to repair it if it is bad. If you are concerned about the condition and maintenance of the 2 speed rear end contact John Connely at Columbia 2 speed parts. http://www.columbiatwospeedparts.com/index.cfm John is always ready to give advice on the Columbia and has a rebuilding service that " bullet proofs" the axle. I know several people that have put on lots of miles on their Columbias without problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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