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Old 07-31-2020, 09:52 AM   #16
Ruth
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Default Re: Manifold Gland Rings

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Originally Posted by redmodelt View Post
Except for a short time in I think 1930 (and then on only a few engines) all Model A engines used them. If Ford did not think they were important he would not have used them. all the engines we do get them if they are ported for them.
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Originally Posted by SteveB31 View Post
Ford only used them in 1928. They are worthless in my opinion. Been fixing and driving Model A’s my whole life and never used them or needed them
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Originally Posted by redmodelt View Post
If Ford only used then in 1928 then why are all the blocks and exhaust manifolds machined for them?
I have heard the same as redmodelt. And redmodelt makes a valid point. Why did they continue to machine the blocks and manifolds if only used in 1928?
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