1935 Cadillac - GM Heritage Center

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FENDERS—FRAME
Fig. 3. LaSalle R. H. Baffle. On LaSalle cars it is necessary to cut away the
rear portion of the flange on the splash shield as indicated to clear the baffle
The rubber bumpers should be installed on the
baffle plate in the holes provided, one at the front
and one at the rear. The rubber should be folded
over the edge of the baffle and attached by means
of the rivet, Part No. 110060, with one of the flat
washers, Part No. 131014, on each side as shown
in Fig. 3.
The baffle plates should then be installed on the
frame. The rear edge of the plate on Series 10 and
20 cars should be }/g in. ahead of the body bracket
whereas on the LaSalle, the edge of the cut-out in
the baffle plate should be yi in. ahead of the body
bracket.
The baffle plates should be attached by means
of the screws, Part No. 120706, with a flat washer,
and a lock washer under the head. Before tightening
these screws the baffle plate should be
adjusted to bear against the splash shield.
2. Installing LaSalle Front Fender Braces
The right-hand and left-hand front.fender supports
used on LaSalle 350 cars are identical except
for the location of the mounting holes for attaching
the support to the frame. On both right and
left-hand supports the lower front hole is in.
higher than the lower rear hole.
If the wrong support is used on either side it will
rub against the shock absorber housing and, on
rough roads, may result in a slight noise. In case
of such a noise occurring at this point, the location
of the mounting holes should be checked to make
sure that the correct support has been used.
FRAME
General Description
Cadillac and LaSalle frames are of the same
general construction differing only in dimensions
and in minor details.
The frame is extremely rigid due to the massive
front cross-member and the X-member which is a
complete frame in itself. This frame construction
forms a rigid foundation for the body, which minimizes
vibration and eliminates twisting or weaving
at the front end.
The front cross-member is heavily reinforced
to provide adequate support for the front wheel
suspension system. It also carries part of the
steering connections.
The X-cross-member extends from the kick-up