THE BUZZ IN WINDOWS
December 7, 2022
THE AUTO BUILDER
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CIMTEX RODS SUPER CAMEO: PART 10
In part nine of our Cimtex Rods Super Cameo Buildup Series, we covered the installation of the Classic Industries Parts and Accessories reproduction ’55-’59 Chevrolet/GMC lower door hinge panels, doorsill rocker panels, upper and lower door hinges, new right- and left-side front floor pans, inner and outer lower cab patch panels, and right- and left-side truck cab supports. To put it in a nutshell, the crew at Cimtex Rods in Jarrell, Texas, basically rebuilt the whole bottom end of our Super Cameo ’56 Chevrolet big window truck cab from stem to stern. Now, with a rock-solid truck cab firmly bolted onto our Cameo’s highly modified C4 Corvette-suspended truck chassis, we closed with the promise that we would be installing a new set of Dynacorn International Inc. ’55-’59 Chevrolet/GMC reproduction truck doors, followed by angle-chopping the top on our ’56 big-window a total of 3-1/2 inches in the front and 3 inches in the rear. Unfortunately, things didn’t exactly go according to plan.
DINNER WITH BARRY
Originally published in the November 2000 issue of Street Rod Builder, this candid conversation with legendary hot rod builder Barry Lobeck captures the humor, honesty and unmistakable personality behind some of the industry’s most influential creations. More than 25 years later, Lobeck’s thoughts on traditional styling, proper stance and the future of hot rodding remain every bit as relevant—and entertaining—as they were when Gerry Burger first sat down with him over dinner.
Ridler Award: THE GREAT EIGHT
In 2002, we rushed to print “first-look” coverage of the cars in contention for the 2002 Ridler Award. Since the number of finalists totaled eight, we elected to call them “The Great Eight.” The folks in Detroit liked the term so well that, beginning this year, the “official” name for the chosen finalists has become The Ridler Award “Great 8.”
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Product Spotlight: Posies SuperSlide Springs
A Better Ride Without Giving Up the Classic Look
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The Auto Builder Staff
Photos courtesy of Posies
Let’s face it—old leaf springs don’t always deliver the smoothest ride. Between years of wear and the natural friction created as steel leaves slide against one another, it’s no surprise that many traditional hot rods and classic trucks can feel a little rough around the edges.
That’s exactly the problem Posies SuperSlide Springs were designed to solve.
Instead of simply building another replacement leaf spring, Posies re-engineered the traditional multi-leaf design to provide a smoother ride, better handling, and improved suspension response—all while keeping the vintage appearance that belongs under a classic hot rod or truck.
The Secret Is in the Slide
What sets SuperSlide Springs apart is Posies’ patented design that places durable moly-nylon buttons between each leaf in the spring pack. Rather than allowing steel leaves to grind against one another, these low-friction pads let the springs move much more freely as the suspension cycles.
The difference is something you can actually feel behind the wheel.
The ride is smoother over bumps, suspension movement is more responsive, and those familiar squeaks and groans that come with old leaf springs are greatly reduced. The springs also resist binding, giving the suspension a more consistent feel whether you’re cruising the highway or carving through a winding back road.
Built for Real Hot Rods
Posies doesn’t cut corners when it comes to construction. Every SuperSlide Spring is built in the USA using premium tempered spring steel, heat-treated components, and carefully assembled leaf packs designed for years of dependable performance.
These aren’t parts built just to look good sitting at a car show. Posies says its SuperSlide Springs have been proven on vehicles with well over 100,000 road miles, making them just as comfortable on long-distance road trips as they are parked on the show field.
Built for Your Stance
Whether you’re after a subtle drop or an aggressive hot rod rake, there’s a SuperSlide Spring designed for the job.
The popular Reverse Eye version lowers the vehicle while maintaining excellent suspension travel, while the Low Reverse Eye option drops it about another inch for an even more aggressive stance. Builders wanting to stay close to factory ride height can choose Stock Eye springs, and heavier vehicles equipped with big-blocks, Hemis, or superchargers are covered with Heavy Rate versions engineered to handle the extra weight.
Applications for Some of the Most Popular Classics
SuperSlide Springs are available for a wide range of traditional hot rods and trucks, including:
- 1928–34 Ford hot rods
- 1935–48 Ford cars
- Early Ford pickups
- 1953–56 Ford F-100 pickups
- Chevrolet applications
- Mopar applications
- Rear leaf spring conversions
One popular example is the rear spring kit for 1955–56 Ford F-100 pickups, which lowers the truck about three inches while using the factory frame mounting locations and comes with bushings already installed.
Why They’ve Earned Their Reputation
Ask around at just about any hot rod event, and there’s a good chance you’ll find someone running Posies SuperSlide Springs. They’ve built a loyal following because they solve one of the biggest complaints about traditional leaf-spring suspensions without changing what makes these cars special.
You still get the timeless look of a multi-leaf spring setup, but with noticeably better ride quality, more predictable handling, and a suspension that feels far more refined than you’d expect from a design that’s been around for generations.
If you’re building a Deuce roadster, a Model A, a classic street rod, or a lowered F-100, SuperSlide Springs are one of those upgrades you’ll appreciate every time you hit the road. Sometimes the best modifications aren’t the ones everyone notices—they’re the ones you feel every mile behind the wheel.
Ready to Upgrade Your Ride?
Want the classic look with a modern feel behind the wheel? Visit Posies Rods & Customs to explore SuperSlide Springs built for your hot rod, street rod, or classic truck.
