Going out on a limb

[jeffrey]

Hi, All, I'm going to ask a question, and I know how this is going to sound. But I'm compelled to ask anyway. An elderly gentleman who I respect very much (and who KNOWS vintage cars) told me that there was something about the frame geometery or suspension/drivetrain of a '50 oldsmobile that would cause the rear end to LIFT during acceleration from a dead stop Is this correct? Thanks, Jeff

[88 coupe]

Originally Posted by jeffrey

........ that would cause the rear end to ........

Not just the rear, the whole car. '49-'51 88s were well known for doing just that.

Simple coil spring/ladder bar suspension, pushed the tires toward the ground to improve weight transfer/traction. Downforce caused the rear to rise, along with the front.

With the 461 and original suspension, my Grey Coupe would 60' in the high 1.5s, on a good day,

Norm

[jeffrey]

Thats Wonderful, Literally, Not only was he correct, he understated the truth (a rare trait these days). The oldest Oldsmobile that I own (of 4) is a '53 88 which was damaged in a wreck and barely runs, much less jumps into the air. You're 60' times are awesome even by todays standards, do you still have "the Grey Coupe"? Thanks, Norm, Jeff

[88 coupe]

Originally Posted by jeffrey

........ do you still have "the Grey Coupe"?

Yes, in addition to my Red Coupe.

Norm