model b engine and 32 trans in a model a frame

[32forddump]

OK, I have put the front axle and rear end in the model a frame. Now it is time to install the model b engine and 32 tranny in the frame. Any suggestions?

[Charlie Stephens]

You will need to buy or fabricate mounts for the pedals and front wishbone. Check to see if your u joint cover fits, they changed the bolt pattern at some point. Your Model A rear motor mounts will not work, the bolt holes on the flywheel covers are in a different location between A and B (they just look that they are in the same location until you look carefully). They may have a float-a-motor mount for this application. When you said you put the front and rear end in I assume they are Model A. What year is your Model A?

Charlie Stephens

[32forddump]

The frame and body is 28. I am also installing a Mitchell over drive driveshaft. I heard that snyders makes a bracket for the 32 tranny.

[quickchange]

Check Clings out for pedal mount , They make some nice stuff, I know they have B4 tranny to A block kit. 5 days till blast off.

[JEC]

I am in the process of installing a 34 pickup engine and transmission in my 28 open pickup I am using the front and rear float-a-moter mounts. I am not using the rear transmission mount. As I recall I am using the model a front cover. I can send you some pictures if you would like. Send me your email address.
John
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[32forddump]

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Where did you get the rear float a motor kit from?

[32forddump]

Any one know where I can purchase rear motor mounts for a model b engine to a model a frame.

[JEC]

It has been so long since I bought my motor mounts that i don't remember thevender.
possible the guy in California that had the blue engine stand for sale. S & J or something like. that. He has since closed up shop.

[hardtimes]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

Any one know where I can purchase rear motor mounts for a model b engine to a model a frame.

Try Sacramento Vintage Ford. They are way out here up in Sacramento, left coast. But, if you can not locate anything closer ?

[32forddump]

Thanks, I will give them a call as soon as they open.

[32forddump]

Decided to use the model b front motor mount and drill two 1/2 inch holes in model a cross member. As far as the rear mount, the 32 tranny has a bracket near the middle cross member of model a frame so I will make a bracket to support the rear of tranny. I also just rented the drive shaft puller from Mitchell mfg in California. It cost $35 and I can use it for 2 weeks. Wont be long before the new od drive shaft is installed.

[CarlG]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

... I also just rented the drive shaft puller from Mitchell mfg in California. It cost $35 and I can use it for 2 weeks...

For $85 you can use it forever.

[32forddump]

where do I buy it?

[CarlG]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

where do I buy it?

I bought mine several years ago direct from Mitchell.

[32forddump]

I called them and made the purchase. Once I get the puller I can install the Mitchell and then put all drivetrain together . Then I can fabricate the rear tranny mounts to the center cross member. Going to use the model b front engine rubber mount set between tranny and bracket.

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

'32 Dump,
Just woke up, BOY was your first pic CONFUSING, 'til I dumped my monitor on its' LEFT side. WOW, you gotta' LOTS OF STUFF!
Bill W.

[32forddump]

Sorry about that. When I uploaded it went sideways. Yeah, the garage is full w tools and antiques.

[CarlG]

I just thought you had your chassis hanging on the wall to save room.

[CT AV8]

Good looking garage, dump. That's what they're supposed to look like.
Your dump truck ain't so bad either!
Looking good.

[32forddump]

I did hang the chassis from the ceiling to save room. Chain falls are nice that way. I have the subframe ordered but plenty of work to do on the drivetrain. Got the puller today and it worked sweet. Will install Mitchell tomorrow.