The Ford Barn - View Single Post - So, ...how many Model-As can actually do the 'Three S's reliably?

Bob Bidonde · 12-08-2020, 09:35 AM

Both of my Model A's can do the 3 S's, but the steering is by Armstrong! I have been experimenting for several years with different combinations of front tire pressures and steering gear lube, but as I mature over 78, my body has less Armstrong, and the Model A's steering has too much. I am currently running with a combo of grease + SAE 140 + Teflon in the steering gearbox, and 30 psig front tire pressure.

I find 35 psig gives too harsh a reaction to road bumps, it is easier to steer. It would be fantastic if some entrepreneur made a numerically lower set of steering gears.

12-08-2020, 09:35 AM	#8
Bob Bidonde Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,472	Re: So, ...how many Model-As can actually do the 'Three S's reliably? Both of my Model A's can do the 3 S's, but the steering is by Armstrong! I have been experimenting for several years with different combinations of front tire pressures and steering gear lube, but as I mature over 78, my body has less Armstrong, and the Model A's steering has too much. I am currently running with a combo of grease + SAE 140 + Teflon in the steering gearbox, and 30 psig front tire pressure. I find 35 psig gives too harsh a reaction to road bumps, it is easier to steer. It would be fantastic if some entrepreneur made a numerically lower set of steering gears. __________________ Bob Bidonde