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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

FWIW:

Before discarding old inner tubes, it may or may not be good to know that I have some tubes in the 1955 Chrysler tires on my homemade boat trailer that still hold air.

Forgot...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-08-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

If anyone is interested in making an alignment gage very similar to the Doby Gage shown above, made one about (3) years ago (1) as follows:

1. Main Horizontal Alignment PVC Strut: Cut a piece of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-06-2015, 12:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

Not too confusing.

Sounds like what I thought I had heard, i.e., a front end alignment math equation for mechanics dealing with non-aligned kingpins associated with many slightly bent front...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-05-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

Seems always a good idea to begin with a properly adjusted axle.

No doubt Ford's original axles met Ford engineer specifications for which they recommended a specific toe-in for their design.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-05-2015, 01:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

"When these measurements change ... the cone size and shape change ..... requiring a different toe in requirement."

This is what I was often told by vintage professional mechanics, especially...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-04-2015, 10:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

What Marco describes is correct in that front end alignment is really adjusting the two front spindles such that the front wheel nuts move very slightly forward to provide toe-in.

Then for said...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-04-2015, 08:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

If one or both front wheels are bent inward at one spot, & bent outwards at another 180 degree opposite spot, one could park the vehicle where at one time the front wheels could be slightly pointing...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-04-2015, 05:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Re: Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

Comments above are correct.

No doubt straight wheels can contribute to better overall steering where the distance between the "front" of both front tires remain constant.

However, the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-04-2015, 02:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,768
Posted By H. L. Chauvin
Front End Alignment Changes -- Toe-In

FWIW:

Maybe something to consider as to why Model A's may wander "occasionally" when driving on different or the same highways:

1. According to the Model A Ford Service Bulletins Book, &...
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