My bracket failed and it was a non original bracket that had been built by a previous owner.
The correct bracket has an extension that goes between the trunk handle and the trunk and is hard to describe?
If anybody has a picture of one I would appreciate it if you would add the picture to this post!!
If you know of one being parted out or someone with 1940 LaSalle parts I would appreciate the contact information.
Picture attached. The rectangular piece and the clip that catches the top of the plate is across the line in 39 and 40 and not just LaSalle. The cross bar goes 39 to 48. I have the rectangular plate. Email at brad@ipsengarage.com