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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-09-2024, 09:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

The measurement from the flywheel plane to the pressure plate plane (with no clutch disk installed) is ~ 0.140". I got a friend to measure the same dimension on his V8 pressure plate and it was 5/16...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 10:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

note on the second picture I removed the nut that was originally on that side, backed out the screw, and added a nut on the other side (which may or may not end up as the final configuration -- but...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 10:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

I do not see any shims, etc., here are pics looking at the pivot arm
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 08:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

mine is 3/8" -- same as the one you show in the picture
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

yes it is 3/8" -- same as the one you are showing
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 08:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

I saw somewhere that the raised lips were added due to springs jumping out and creating havoc in the other design...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

On the first picture with the pressure plate mounted to the flywheel, you can see where the fingers are with the pressure plate tightened to the flywheel -- and yes they are fairly through their...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 06:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

Thanks for the comments and ideas.

Clutch was not in backwards -- as you can see from the pictures, the side that was scratched from the pressure plate fingers is the Trans Side... here are pics...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

disk was installed correctly -- disk is not bulging -- it is like brand new except for the scratches
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2024, 02:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,498
Posted By lyleknievel
V8 Clutch in Model A: Something is not right

A while ago, I pulled the engine on my '29 Tudor, and took the occasion to have the flywheel modified and a V-8 STYLE PRESSURE PLATE (Bratton PART #: 11460) installed.
In the description it...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,284
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: need to replace 7 tooth steering box.

I am looking for options with my '29 Tudor with the 7-tooth box as well...have not decided which direction to take yet.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:59 PM
Replies: 347
Views: 202,809
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: F150 tranny with overdrive

Lots of good info here. I am not yet at the point of thinking too much about this -- I am still working to get my car on the road...but once I do, I will probably come back to this thread and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 788
Views: 382,894
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: Post a picture of your car...

still working to get this baby on the road
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,000
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: "New" option for turn signals

Interesting concept! I think I will get these for my bike!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,283
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: 1929 tudor flathead v8 conversion

Curious @Rene28 -- what mods did you end up doing with the 4 banger?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,515
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: Swapping out a steering box options

Thanks for the tip on the different lengths!
Forum: Model-A 10-07-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 781
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: WTB: Seat Frames for '29 Tudor Sedan

No longer need the seat frames -- I was able to buy the metal frames for the front seats and I was able to make the wood parts. Now I am in the process of getting the upholstery put on the seats.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-06-2023, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,157
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: How the Model A got its Name

Interesting -- I did always wonder about that!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-06-2023, 10:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,515
Posted By lyleknievel
Re: Swapping out a steering box options

I am basically at that same "decision point" about what to do with my 7-tooth steering box in a 1929 Model A Tudor Sedan. Presently doing my research.
Forum: Model-A 09-21-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 781
Posted By lyleknievel
WTB: Seat Frames for '29 Tudor Sedan

Want to Buy Seat Frames for 1929 Model A Tudor Sedan -- Front and Back. I have new Springs and I have upholstery, just need the Frames, but will consider buying frames with the springs and upholstery...
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