model b engine and 32 trans in a model a frame

[32forddump]

Overdrive drive shaft installed. Way too much fun. I had straps and ropes holding things up and pulling things together. I just want to mount a seat on it and go for a ride. Next I will support transmission, wishbone, and mount clutch and brake pedals.

[32forddump]

I have been checking with all the antique parts companies and it seems that the kit that was used to install the model b and 32 tranny is discontinued. if any one has one I can copy I would be much in their debt. other wise I will have to get creative and build my own.

[32forddump]

Today I will attempt to install the 32 pedal bracket in the car. I will take some pictures if it goes well.

[Charlie Stephens]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

Today I will attempt to install the 32 pedal bracket in the car. I will take some pictures if it goes well.

Just a thought but wouldn't you be better starting with a pedal bracket that is already designed for hydraulic brakes (which I assume you are running)? A better question might be are you running mechanical or hydraulic brakes?

Charlie Stephens

[CT AV8]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

Today I will attempt to install the 32 pedal bracket in the car. I will take some pictures if it goes well.

32,
My application is different than yours but we used '32 pedals with a Tardell '32 type k member.
Our set up is a '35 transmission, '48-'52 F1 bell housing and 8ba engine and ran into a similar issue you're facing with the wishbone mount. Ended up fabricating a "belly band", something not uncommon in the old days. With regard to your earlier post about making something, we started with cardboard, and then made a mock up with 1/4" or 3/16" foam core. We used that as the pattern for the piece.

[32forddump]

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Iam using mechanical brakes. Thanks for the pictures. That is a very impressive kit you put together. A lot of fabricating. I did mount the 32 brake bracket and pedals and I believe it is going to work fine. I did not use a k member, but it may have been a good idea. I am considering splitting the wishbone. Speedway sells a kit to support it from the frame rails. I will have some pictures tomorrow.

[32forddump]

Here are some oistures of the new tranny bracket I made.

[32forddump]

Wishbone support all made. I used a piece off1/4 inch plate and mounted it to the under side of the transmission. Then I put 2- 1/2 inch holes and 1- 3/4 inch hole to mount the 32 wishbone ball support.

[32forddump]

What were you charging for it?

[32forddump]

Do you think I should weld a couple of gussets into my wishbone support. I used 1/4 in steel.

[32forddump]

Back from Hershey with a whole lot of parts, time to get busy!!!

[CT AV8]

Originally Posted by 32forddump

Do you think I should weld a couple of gussets into my wishbone support. I used 1/4 in steel.

I think it would be a good idea.