03-26-2021, 10:02 PM | #1 |
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Frame spreader
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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. |
03-26-2021, 10:34 PM | #2 | |
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03-27-2021, 06:11 AM | #3 |
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Oldford,
Where are you located? Maybe there is someone nearby that can lone you one. Jason |
03-27-2021, 07:59 AM | #4 |
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In Model "A" production movies, a worker with a long and stout pry bar guides the engine into the frame.
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03-27-2021, 08:30 AM | #5 |
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Hi-Lift jack works fine. Also useful for pulling posts.
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03-27-2021, 08:46 AM | #6 |
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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 |
03-27-2021, 05:31 PM | #7 |
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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.
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03-27-2021, 06:21 PM | #8 |
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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.
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03-28-2021, 11:10 AM | #10 |
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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.
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03-28-2021, 03:20 PM | #11 |
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It works, but you do have to really crank on that wrench...
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03-29-2021, 06:37 PM | #12 |
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i always used a portapower than u have it for other things
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03-29-2021, 06:40 PM | #13 |
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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.
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03-30-2021, 08:43 PM | #14 |
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A hydraulic jack placed sideways and some 2 x 4's
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