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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-23-2024, 01:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: what is this? mag drive?

All vintage 4 cyl automotive magnetos- Bosch, Eiseman, Dixie, Splitdorff,Bendix, etc, with the exception of Wycos, run at crankshaft speed. These magnetos have a 2:1 reduction gear set built into...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-22-2024, 01:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: what is this? mag drive?

yes it is, but that mounting plate for the mag is way too thin!
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 03-16-2024, 12:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 344
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Hot Rod Engine

The carb is a Miller - not a Stromberg.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 03-16-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 331
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Brass Polish?

Simichrome all the way- tried Never-Dull and it was not what I expected. Simichrome took 1/4 the effort and in half the time - sorry Dodge.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 01:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,158
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Main bearing bolts

Are you guys really pulling main bolts to 100 ft-lbs ???????????
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 01:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,101
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder

Donovan is no longer offering the D block for sale as far as I'm aware. The block will accept any Model A/B flathead or Overhead valve head made for an A or B block as the cylinder spacing and head...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-01-2024, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 720
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Source for Roadster top hold down straps

Russ Furstnow over on the MTFCA forum makes some pretty nice leather straps for the T guys. Pretty sure he could take care of you. He is located in Flagstaff.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-01-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 279
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: 28 roadster seat frame and riser

You should probably give Brookville a call. Snyders makes seat springs as part of their regular business, but i'm not sure about them being the manufacturer of seat risers.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 01:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,497
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Rotor position at TDC

Easy way to find your compression stroke is to just put a finger over the spark plug hole while you are cranking the engine over and when you feel pressure increasing, you're there. Now look in the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-20-2024, 03:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,287
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Motor stand adapter for Model A engine

Just FYI for you guys on engine stand adapters. The KRW stands have the engine pretty well balanced. The center of rotation on a KRW stand adapter is 7" from the bellhousing surface and about 4...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-20-2024, 03:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 852
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Best Source For B Motor Parts

Stay away from Ecklers- the others are awesome.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-20-2024, 02:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 852
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Best Source For B Motor Parts

What kind of parts? rod cores or new, repoured, insert??
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-16-2024, 02:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,179
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Model A cam ground to "B" profile

Jim- I was referring to this-

Dan
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,320
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: internal engine enamel

I've used the Srayon version of insulating varnish for many years with great results- seems just a durable as Glyptal from my experience. Do or don't- thats your choice, but I second the comments...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-13-2024, 06:47 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,179
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Model A cam ground to "B" profile

ok you guys! knock it off!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-02-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,198
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Pressurized center main bearing?

Garden variety compression fittings on copper tubing tend to crack at the point where the ferrule bites into the tubing so they are not the best fitting for inside an engine where they are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2024, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 949
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Turlock swap

Yup- good swap met over all. Weather was pleasant. Sunday was dead as usual, but the Sun came out earlier than Saturday. Lots of chrome stuff as usual, but there were some treasures out there to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2024, 02:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 971
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Timing Gear Cover question

How much backlash did your timing gears have?
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 01-13-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,206
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Learning To Drive a Model T

dont stomp- press down firmly and quickly then hold the pedal down hard. Stomping will only jerk you and the drivetrain- kinda like dumping the clutch on a regular car.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2024, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 901
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: AER Rod Bolts

McMaster-Carr sells hi quality 12 pt bolts. Probably not ARP quality but ......
https://www.mcmaster.com/products/bolts/?s=bolts

Looks like you should contact AER if you want the same exact...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 01-03-2024, 04:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,465
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Ruckstell axle...underdrive or overdrive?

Ford never made a 13/39 gear set. These were made and sold by Mark Auto for many years. The Ruckstell company made a special 13/40 gear set for use in their rear ends. The 13/40 tooth Ruckstell ...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 12-15-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Crank end play

Consider taking the cap to a rebabbitting shop and have them build up the thrust surface and remachine it to give you .003-.004" endplay. You don't need a replacement cap, just build up the thrust. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-14-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,471
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Balance a Burtz

from above: "should be equal in weight". If you all are good with that, then what can I say? I don't think that anyone in this thread advocated for Terry or John to be unfair to their customers,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-13-2023, 06:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,471
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Balance a Burtz

Putting the bob weight issue aside for the time being, a trip to the balance shop will set you back $200-$300 depending on what needs to be corrected. Given the overall cost of a Burtz engine why...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-11-2023, 03:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,471
Posted By Dan McEachern
Re: Balance a Burtz

Guys- inline four cylinder engines do not require the use of bob weights to balance the crankshaft. Regarding the connecting rods, a through balance job will require rebalancing the connecting rods...
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