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Special Coupe Frank · 10-09-2012, 12:07 PM

Anyone know any jobbers who will reline an original Model A clutch disc ?

Thanks,

S Frank

Keith True · 10-09-2012, 12:36 PM

We have a couple places here in N.H.that can still do it.They won't bother with an A clutch though.The machine shop that I use says that to strip,inspect,clean,rivet,and check again kills an hour of shop time.That is $75.Then you have to pay for the linings on top of that.I have a box of new linings for the A.I also have a kick press/riveter.I just buy new discs for $37.each.I don't even bother to rivet one up for myself.

George Miller · 10-09-2012, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Special Coupe Frank

Anyone know any jobbers who will reline an original Model A clutch disc ?

Thanks,

S Frank

You may not like a original clutch plate with out the spring center. Good chance for clutch chatter.

Special Coupe Frank · 10-09-2012, 02:27 PM

I've been driving on one since I got my '28 three years / 8,000 miles ago...

It really doesn't chatter...

I appreciate the cautionary advice, and I know lots of folks opt for the spring-dampened modern-style friction disc... I'm trying to stay as close as I can to factory original with this particular project...

I did find a set of clutch facings for $25 so I may just reline my own disc...

Regards,

SC Frank

columbiA · 10-09-2012, 07:27 PM

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Ive had a couple "A",s with the solid center disc & they engaged fairly smoothly,but it will only be a matter of time before they grab & chatter.The modern discs with the spring center hub & wafer springs between the facings are the only way to go if the car is to be used a lot.If you use a modern disc,find one that has the hub springs caged so there is no chance of a spring popping out of place.I suppose if one wants more of the original driving experience,then keep the solid center disc!

10-09-2012, 12:07 PM	#1
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Reline original Ford clutch plate ? Anyone know any jobbers who will reline an original Model A clutch disc ? Thanks, S Frank

10-09-2012, 12:36 PM	#2
Keith True Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Epping N.H. Posts: 2,987	Re: Reline original Ford clutch plate ? We have a couple places here in N.H.that can still do it.They won't bother with an A clutch though.The machine shop that I use says that to strip,inspect,clean,rivet,and check again kills an hour of shop time.That is $75.Then you have to pay for the linings on top of that.I have a box of new linings for the A.I also have a kick press/riveter.I just buy new discs for $37.each.I don't even bother to rivet one up for myself.

10-09-2012, 02:27 PM	#4
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Re: Reline original Ford clutch plate ? I've been driving on one since I got my '28 three years / 8,000 miles ago... It really doesn't chatter... I appreciate the cautionary advice, and I know lots of folks opt for the spring-dampened modern-style friction disc... I'm trying to stay as close as I can to factory original with this particular project... I did find a set of clutch facings for $25 so I may just reline my own disc... Regards, SC Frank

10-09-2012, 07:27 PM	#5
columbiA Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: B.C. Canada Posts: 1,746	Re: Reline original Ford clutch plate ? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Ive had a couple "A",s with the solid center disc & they engaged fairly smoothly,but it will only be a matter of time before they grab & chatter.The modern discs with the spring center hub & wafer springs between the facings are the only way to go if the car is to be used a lot.If you use a modern disc,find one that has the hub springs caged so there is no chance of a spring popping out of place.I suppose if one wants more of the original driving experience,then keep the solid center disc!