Torsion Bar Suspension

[351CFalcon]

In 1957, the torsion-bar era began at Chrysler. Clever engineering.
It was also utilized in many 53-56 Effie front suspension conversions, the only issue was the engine had to be offset slightly because of the massive Chryco sterring box.

macsmotorcitygarage.comChrysler's New Twist: 1957 Torsion Bar SuspensionIn 1957, the Chrysler Corporation separated itself from the Motor City herd by offering torsion-bar suspension in all its car divisions across the board. Here’s a closer look. Chrysler wasn’t the first automaker to use torsion-bar suspension, not by … Continue reading →

 

[GFaRT]

It also allowed easy adjustment and leveling of ride height without a change to the spring rate. Common now on 4WD vehicles.

 

[John in Oz]

If you had to replace the front rubbers and had problems getting them out, just loosen the nut off to nearly off and then reverse the car and hit the brakes and the rubbers would pop out making the job so much easier. I found that out when I had to change some rubbers on a friends Valiant.