I have been driving my 56 Customline without the front steady rest for more that 15 years with no issues. Our 56 Ranch wagon still has the front steady rest , but I really don't see the purpose in it. I does come very close the transmission cooler lines and rubs in some places. I vote for removing the steady rest unless there is some good reason to keep it. Any thoughts? 

  Ron Lane,  Meridian, ID