Removing a model A spare tire mount

[Himi52]

Hi,
I am trying to remove the tire rack so I can move the splash apron to expose the VIN numbers. I have used a block of wood and a hammer. Did not move. I bought the roadster pickup back in 1968 and there was never a nut on the to secure it. My next attempt would be to mount a tire less wheel for more leverage. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jim

[Hitman]

It’s a tapered fit. Take the nut off the bottom, turn it upside down and refit until the net is flush with the bottom of the bracket arm. Take a hammer to it to break it loose from the bottom. May take some heat, but it shouldn’t

[Keith True]

Hold a 3 pound hammer against one side of the socket.Then,strike the opposite side of the socket with another 3 pound hammer.In other words,strike the two hammers together,with the socket between them.It's tight,but it can be done.And,don't fiddle around with a couple of 16 ounce claw hammers.You need weight behind it,for both the buck and the bucker.Don't be spleeny with it,hit it like you need to destroy it.

[Brentwood Bob]

Consider doing a rubbing. Pencil and notebook paper. Less drama.

[mercman from oz]

Himi52 needs help to remove spare wheel mount on Roadster Pickup

[AYooperA]

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Best of luck finding your serial number under there. That’s a lot of work to get at it. I am doing a frame off on my late ‘29 Phaeton and had no serial number stampings at all. It was probably an off day or they were worried about the stock market crash.

[Himi52]

Hi,
I haven’t removed the spare tire rack. I was able to read the vin number with a little paint remover. Checking the numbers it was built in December 1929. Thanks for your help and advice.
Jim

[katy]

The bottom of the spare tire mount has the same thread as the rear axle. You might try a "knock-off wheel puller" on it.

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/s...rcht=A-4235-WP