Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,714
Re: Swapping front crossmembers
It's a 1929 roadster pickup I am putting together from loose swap meet parts and eBay finds, there is at least 10+ dead model A cars in this build.
I have almost everything I need now other than...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2015, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,714
Re: Swapping front crossmembers
Hi Al 29Tudor
Yes I know the top should be countersunk, by drilling the hole to 8mm it removes most of the hole taper. I might grinds some of the crown of the bolts to make them look less obvious....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2015, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,714
Re: Swapping front crossmembers
Managed to fit it today, the 4 holes on the outside of the rail and the 2 front where it attaches to the bottom of the rail lined up perfectly.
The 2 top front lined up close.
I welded up 4 of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2015, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,714
Swapping front crossmembers
I have just picked up another Model A chassis, it's missing the front crossmember. The new chassis is a later A 30, 31 I think but my good crack free spare crossmember is a early 28 with solid engine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2015, 03:14 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,240
Model A sub rails
Hello, I am building a 29 roadster pickup out of many loose parts from swap meets, eBay and friends.
I need the measurements of the subfloor cross rails. Have 3 home made (by a friend) reproduction...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2015, 05:03 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,700
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2015, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,700
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2015, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2015, 03:11 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
Re: Torqueflite 904 kit to Model A engine fitment?
Using a original slant 6 kick down rod or if I have no luck with fitting this will be using a aftermarket cable kit I can get for $135.
The carb will be a Holley 94 or my Stromberg 97 so should be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2015, 12:43 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2015, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,914
Re: F100 steering box
F1 steering boxs in RHD are in Australia, but yes rare.
I have actually the steering assy from a RHD F1, everything but the steering box. I'am actually having the "swan neck" part of the steering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2015, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2015, 05:21 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2015, 03:25 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,492
Torqueflite 904 kit to Model A engine fitment?
Hello all
I'm will be fitting a Model A engine to auto kit in the next few weeks.
Has anyone here used one of these kits?
If so do you use the steel plate on the crankshaft that's used when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2014, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 10,155
Re: Model A Torqueflite 904 kit
The flex plate with this kit is about 4mm thick, looks a lot stronger than any OEM flex I have ever come across.
I guess with the big 4s harmonics it needs to be.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2014, 04:34 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 10,155
Re: Model A Torqueflite 904 kit
Thanks Steve
Thanks for the kit and quite a reasonable price for part and shipment too. Just need to work out how to get the adaptor to fit the engine, and the rest of the fitment into my A is more...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2014, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 10,155
Model A Torqueflite 904 kit
I have just picked up a Torqueflite 904 kit from Bert's Model A.
Is is just a basic kit where it's just the adaptor for the crank and bell.
Has anyone fitted one have any advise on the crank bolts,...
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Forum: Model-A
12-04-2014, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,171
Wanted Model A automatic conversion Australia
Wanted. Looking for a automatic transmission conversion kit for a Model A or B engine.
For use with any type of automatic.
Anywhere in Australia please, I cannot afford the USA freight costs and...
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Forum: Model-A
12-04-2014, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,096
Wanted AA or BB bellhousing
Looking for a AA or BB bellhousing from a RHD truck with peddles.
I live in Victoria but interested in anything available in the eastern states of Australia
Please PM me here
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Forum: Model-A
09-23-2014, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,094
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Forum: Early V8
09-23-2014, 11:27 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 758
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2014, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2014, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
Re: V8 oil filter on Model A?
They have a top, bottom and side like every engine, actually was referring to the oil tray to keep oil feeding the dippers.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2014, 05:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
V8 oil filter on Model A?
I have picked up a early V8 oil filter with a small collection of early flatheads, I would like to use this filter on my A engine. Has anyone used these before connected up to the block port on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2014, 04:02 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,457
Re: 28/29 Roadster Cowl Post Tops
I have repaired mine, would have liked to find replacement tops for the door posts but gave up.
One was cracked off and just hanging on and the other completely broken off, lucky to get the broken...
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