1957 Chrysler New Yorker "Ella"

[tswenson27]

What/whose radiator did you use ?

It's an eBay radiator for a big block B body 22" core. Had to modify the mounts a bit to get it to drop down. It is shorter than the original but still fit. I might go down with it a little bit more cause it's running pretty close to the trans line on the passenger side.

 

[tswenson27]

No, that's the heater control.

This is the kit I used on my '57. It works well, but it is manual, not power.
1957 CHRYSLER SARATOGA SSBC Drum to Disc Brake Conversion Kits A154-4

I have installed a few scarebird kits an cars and they have worked well. Uses parts that you can get at your local parts store.

 

[Chryslerdon]

Love the car. You mentioned that you had to replace one torsion bar. The '57 Chrysler products had a metallurgy problem with the torsion bars. (They were redesigned for 1958) If you have a source for the other one, I would suggest you replace it also for safety reasons. "57 torsion bars broke often just forward of the rear capture point, the kind of cheap thrill you do not need when driving down the highway. Stock brakes for normal driving are adequate if properly maintained. Nice find as this car looks rust free, a rarity for '57 Mopars. Dual MC is always a good upgrade for safety reasons.

Dave

Not a metallurgy problem. The bars had no seal at the rear anchor end, and dirt would build up and retain moisture. They were also not greased to help prevent the rust. This was corrected in 58 as you said.