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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-27-2020, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,646
Posted By Jack Shaft
Re: Frankenengine

Some are prospects, some are suspects.. I attempt to turn the odds in my favor by only buying complete, untouched A engines, I've found that the last guy who took it apart and put it back together...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2020, 10:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,646
Posted By Jack Shaft
Re: Frankenengine

It all depends on how much you actually drive..an AA where I live might see 100 miles.a.year. due to the local traffic,the idiots would make it miserable..a worn but in spec. engine would be fine..I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2020, 07:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,646
Posted By Jack Shaft
Re: Frankenengine

Babbit flakes and cracks..babbit is tinned to the bearing caps but pinned to the block,dont be alarmed if the babbit is 'loose' on the block side.
The hydrodynamic principle applies,.001 inch...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,646
Posted By Jack Shaft
Re: Frankenengine

Pressure testing is important. vital on V8's..I took the time to run up some block plates..
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,646
Posted By Jack Shaft
Re: Frankenengine

Completely realistic and rewarding if you end up with a runner..it takes study, patience, a certain amount of skill and the ability to use and read measuring tools. Ive found two axioms that help.......
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