Front Axle / Front Suspension: 1956 Studebaker Champion Four Door Steering Spindle

[John McElfresh]

Where would I look for a front left (driver side) steering spindle? I think that the bearings froze to the shaft. 1/4 of the bearing race after heating has came off but as for the rest???? I've added heat and BP blaster. Nothing is working so fare. Help please.

[unclemiltie]

Your king pin kit was used late 1953 to 1960 for sedans and 1961 Hawks so they are available. Some vendors are rebuilding them. I suggest you replace both sides A lit includes pins and bearings and bushings. Some vendors will sell the parts separately and just one side. Studebakervendors.com is a good reference

[John McElfresh]

Thanks. I'm grateful for your input. I would like to rebuild the entire front end being that it is sixty years young the rubber parts are about shot. It would be a good feeling to give the car that new ride feeling.

[52 Ragtop]

IF you buy a spindle that is "loose" from the king pin, make sure it IS a later spindle! The early ones 51 through mid 53 has the spindle itself at a different height. It will be lower on the spindle. You could only see it IF you have them side by side.

Jim

[63t-cab]

John, I sent You a PM.