Years ago, I had an affinity for the suicide Lincoln convertibles of the early 60's, specifically 61-64. During my search, I was trying to get smart about the market and I was talking with a Lincoln specialist in CT., (called Bakers) about the cars he had on the lot. Some were for sale, others in for repair.
I noticed several with big wheels. I ask why they were in and he replied "the wheels are bent".....he went on the explain that the way the old school engineers designed the suspension systems, they took into account a large side walls as part of the road absorbing system. In other words, the spring rate/(suspension) travel distance, shocks and tires all figured into the "ride".
With the absence (or diminished) side wall, I was wondering how these cars are riding and if anyone has noticed bent wheels too?
Thx,
Pete
