Frame spreader

[Oldford59]

Hi,
Replacing rear and front motor mounts on 1930 model A keeping original concept that rolled off the line.
I may have to slightly spread frame to move rear mounts to replace .
Need a suggestion for a frame spreader something old school setup.
I really don’t want to spend $150 for a frame spreader, l will most likely use once.
Any help would be appreciated.

[vern hodgson]

Originally Posted by Oldford59

Hi,
Replacing rear and front motor mounts on 1930 model A keeping original concept that rolled off the line.
I may have to slightly spread frame to move rear mounts to replace .
Need a suggestion for a frame spreader something old school setup.
I really don’t want to spend $150 for a frame spreader, l will most likely use once.
Any help would be appreciated.

Cupla PCs of 3/4” pipe and a coupling, all you need is bout 1/4 to 1/2 inch movement, one side at a time.

[Cookiemonster]

Oldford,
Where are you located? Maybe there is someone nearby that can lone you one.
Jason

[Bob Bidonde]

In Model "A" production movies, a worker with a long and stout pry bar guides the engine into the frame.

[denis4x4]

Hi-Lift jack works fine. Also useful for pulling posts.

[Conaway2]

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I recently replaced the passenger side rear motor mount with the engine in the car. Also replaced rubber pads at the same time.

I used a couple of blocks of wood inserted between bell housing and frame; I tapped these in gently with a hammer until I had enough clearance to replace the mount. It’s not hard to do, go slow and easy.

Good luck - Jim

[Chuck Sea/Tac]

When I changed rear motor mounts, I ended up on bolting the cowl bolts, as I t seemed they were stopping the frame from spreading.

[Gene F]

I always use some 2 x 4s, and my spring spreader. Usually someone in the local club has one. If changing in the car, do one side at a time, starting with the drivers side (way harder). Use some scrap wood, and a bottle jack sourced from Harbour Frieight. It's cheap.

[CarlG]

Originally Posted by Gene F

I always use some 2 x 4s, and my spring spreader. Usually someone in the local club has one. If changing in the car, do one side at a time, starting with the drivers side (way harder). Use some scrap wood, and a bottle jack sourced from Harbour Frieight. It's cheap.

I was wondering if a spring spreader would work. I have the F150 OD transmission and the "stock" frame spreader doesn't work very well. But I do have a spring spreader, I'll have to try that next time. Thanks for the tip.

[Russ/40]

Several possibilities above, many other clever ways, but don't be so sure you need one. My truck went together easily without one. A bit of prying by a helper should do it.

[Gene F]

Originally Posted by CarlG

I was wondering if a spring spreader would work. I have the F150 OD transmission and the "stock" frame spreader doesn't work very well. But I do have a spring spreader, I'll have to try that next time. Thanks for the tip.

It works, but you do have to really crank on that wrench...

[ford31]

i always used a portapower than u have it for other things

[40-A Twins]

I used a port-power for removing/installing the motor. It would be nice if it could be moved a little closer to the motor mounts.
Kevin

[abachman3]

A hydraulic jack placed sideways and some 2 x 4's

[ericr]

Originally Posted by Bob Bidonde

In Model "A" production movies, a worker with a long and stout pry bar guides the engine into the frame.

quite so but there was no body on the frame at that point.....block seems to drop in easily.

[rocket1]

Originally Posted by oldford59

hi,
replacing rear and front motor mounts on 1930 model a keeping original concept that rolled off the line.
I may have to slightly spread frame to move rear mounts to replace .
Need a suggestion for a frame spreader something old school setup.
I really don’t want to spend $150 for a frame spreader, l will most likely use once.
Any help would be appreciated.

easy to make if you have a welder,check the pic.in one of the catalogs.