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fordman · 08-15-2012, 06:11 PM

once upon a time, I bought a '28 model A that had a multiple-discs clutch.

a couple of months ago I saw a restored early '28 model A coach with red steering wheel, etc.....and that set me thinking.

enthusiasts don't restore today with that kind of clutch do they/you?

just a curiosity question....

I do have a '30 fordor and v8's

thanks,

fordman

Fred · 08-15-2012, 06:25 PM

Yes I did, & if you do it right it is a great system..

glenn in camino · 08-15-2012, 07:21 PM

If you have the coresponding flywheel with good splines and the clutch teeth are ok, they work really well. I have that whole system in my 28 tudor. Love it.

2manycars · 08-15-2012, 07:36 PM

My girlfriend has that in her early 28 roadster pickup. It is a nice clutch.

Tom Wesenberg · 08-15-2012, 09:40 PM

I've restored one that's going back into my 28 someday.

Curt Cowan · 08-15-2012, 10:08 PM

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Thanks guys . . . but my question is: Can you give me contact information for anyone who rebuilds them or who has rebuilt /relined them. I would like to retain the clutch/transmission design since it is one of the characteristics that sets this car a[art from some of the more common Model As.

John LaVoy · 08-16-2012, 09:11 AM

Capitol Clutch in Sacramento has relined them.

Jim Parker Toronto · 08-16-2012, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Curt Cowan

Thanks guys . . . but my question is: Can you give me contact information for anyone who rebuilds them or who has rebuilt /relined them. I would like to retain the clutch/transmission design since it is one of the characteristics that sets this car a[art from some of the more common Model As.

I would check they the flywheel first before you proceeded with any rebuild of this system. Hoping to get a good flywheel after the fact can be an expensive endeavor if there is any shipping involved.
I have the same in my roadster and has operated fine for 15 years and 10,000+ miles.

Rowdy · 08-16-2012, 10:15 AM

Omaha Clutch can reline them. I beleive they have they have the nonasbestos linings and can vulcanize the linings to the discs. I have a clutch, 5 transmissions and some extra parts for sale. Rod

fordman · 08-17-2012, 04:21 PM

thank you, very informative.

fordman

08-15-2012, 06:11 PM	#1
fordman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Levelland, Tx Posts: 418	multiple-discs clutch ... once upon a time, I bought a '28 model A that had a multiple-discs clutch. a couple of months ago I saw a restored early '28 model A coach with red steering wheel, etc.....and that set me thinking. enthusiasts don't restore today with that kind of clutch do they/you? just a curiosity question.... I do have a '30 fordor and v8's thanks, fordman

08-15-2012, 06:25 PM	#2
Fred BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: California, Maryland Posts: 1,421	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... Yes I did, & if you do it right it is a great system..

08-15-2012, 07:21 PM	#3
glenn in camino Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camino, CA. Posts: 3,086	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... If you have the coresponding flywheel with good splines and the clutch teeth are ok, they work really well. I have that whole system in my 28 tudor. Love it.

08-15-2012, 07:36 PM	#4
2manycars Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eastern CT Posts: 2,732	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... My girlfriend has that in her early 28 roadster pickup. It is a nice clutch.

08-15-2012, 09:40 PM	#5
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... I've restored one that's going back into my 28 someday.

08-15-2012, 10:08 PM	#6
Curt Cowan Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 5	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks guys . . . but my question is: Can you give me contact information for anyone who rebuilds them or who has rebuilt /relined them. I would like to retain the clutch/transmission design since it is one of the characteristics that sets this car a[art from some of the more common Model As.

08-16-2012, 09:11 AM	#7
John LaVoy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 1,219	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... Capitol Clutch in Sacramento has relined them.

08-16-2012, 10:15 AM	#9
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... Omaha Clutch can reline them. I beleive they have they have the nonasbestos linings and can vulcanize the linings to the discs. I have a clutch, 5 transmissions and some extra parts for sale. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

08-17-2012, 04:21 PM	#10
fordman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Levelland, Tx Posts: 418	Re: multiple-discs clutch ... thank you, very informative. fordman