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Nick in Fayetteville · 05-02-2022, 06:35 PM

What is the correct procedure to replace the original Model A bendix with the new modern bendix. Thank you.

mcgarrett · 05-02-2022, 07:57 PM

The parts vendors that sell this item can probably provide instructions on how to install it. Also, have you checked YouTube?

Ruth · 05-03-2022, 12:05 AM

Instructions from Snyder's on-line catalog; https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/c.../A-11350-M.pdf

Hotrodfil · 05-03-2022, 03:37 AM

I've discovered the procedure is to buy at least two as they appear to be a bit fragile. Once you fit the second one, take a moment to rebuild an original in time for the next failure...

nkaminar · 05-03-2022, 07:03 AM

A spring loaded collar covers the set screw that is used to attach the drive. The spring is strong and so the collar is hard to move. I use my vice to move it back and then unscrew the set screw a little to keep the collar moved back. Then install the drive on the shaft so that the set screw will insert into the hole in the shaft were the bolt for the spring went. Don't forget the key. Screw the set screw down tight using the screw driver to keep the collar from moving. The collar will spring into position to keep the set screw from coming out.

The starter with the modern Bendix drive is a little harder to install. It may be necessary to remove the coolant inlet, after draining the radiator, and removing the dip stick. Try installing it first without removing the inlet.

Turn the starter over by hand before installing the new drive to check to see if the shaft is bent.

I have not found the modern drive to be fragile. Maybe the ones in the UK are different.

Herb Concord Ca · 05-03-2022, 01:22 PM

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The ones that were made in India were junk, these were common about 10 years ago.

31Tudor · 05-03-2022, 01:31 PM

I personally am not a fan of the replacement bendix. I would never install one on any of my cars. i recently worked on a friends car that had one, and nkaminar is right, I had to take the water inlet off just to get the starter back in. Pretty simple otherwise. I have pretty good luck with the originals, even starting the 12 volt speedster.

The Master Cylinder · 05-03-2022, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Herb Concord Ca

The ones that were made in India were junk, these were common about 10 years ago.

True but most vendors sell the USA made one now.I have never had a problem with one, no broken bolts in the bottom of the flywheel housing.

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Originally Posted by 31Tudor

I personally am not a fan of the replacement bendix. I would never install one on any of my cars. I recently worked on a friends car that had one, and nkaminar is right, I had to take the water inlet off just to get the starter back in. Pretty simple otherwise. I have pretty good luck with the originals, even starting the 12 volt speedster.

Ooowee! two bolts to take the water inlet off compared to fishing a broken bolt out of the flywheel housing. How many threads are on Ford Barn about that?

Just messin' with ya 31Tudor. I agree, a little harder to install but I still prefer the modern drive.

Chuck Sea/Tac · 05-03-2022, 06:58 PM

The modern drive breaks as well. It just doesn’t drop the bolt head down in the housing. I take my starter out every few thousand miles and check if the bolts are starting to get loose. I have a 1/4” flex cable with a small earth magnet on the end. It will fish the broken bolt out a one or two tries through the starter hole. It’s also pretty easy to start your car with a hand crank if you have to.

05-02-2022, 06:35 PM	#1
Nick in Fayetteville Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fayetteville, NC Posts: 341	Modern Bendix What is the correct procedure to replace the original Model A bendix with the new modern bendix. Thank you.

05-02-2022, 07:57 PM	#2
mcgarrett Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Waxahachie, Texas Posts: 949	Re: Modern Bendix The parts vendors that sell this item can probably provide instructions on how to install it. Also, have you checked YouTube?

05-03-2022, 12:05 AM	#3
Ruth Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Glide, Oregon Posts: 1,339	Re: Modern Bendix Instructions from Snyder's on-line catalog; https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/c.../A-11350-M.pdf __________________ Ruth "Sometimes you really DO need to read the whole thread"

05-03-2022, 03:37 AM	#4
Hotrodfil Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Norfolk UK Posts: 214	Re: Modern Bendix I've discovered the procedure is to buy at least two as they appear to be a bit fragile. Once you fit the second one, take a moment to rebuild an original in time for the next failure...

05-03-2022, 07:03 AM	#5
nkaminar Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 3,897	Re: Modern Bendix A spring loaded collar covers the set screw that is used to attach the drive. The spring is strong and so the collar is hard to move. I use my vice to move it back and then unscrew the set screw a little to keep the collar moved back. Then install the drive on the shaft so that the set screw will insert into the hole in the shaft were the bolt for the spring went. Don't forget the key. Screw the set screw down tight using the screw driver to keep the collar from moving. The collar will spring into position to keep the set screw from coming out. The starter with the modern Bendix drive is a little harder to install. It may be necessary to remove the coolant inlet, after draining the radiator, and removing the dip stick. Try installing it first without removing the inlet. Turn the starter over by hand before installing the new drive to check to see if the shaft is bent. I have not found the modern drive to be fragile. Maybe the ones in the UK are different. __________________ A is for apple, green as the sky. Step on the gas, for tomorrow I die. Forget the brakes, they really don't work. The clutch always sticks, and starts with a jerk. My car grows red hair, and flies through the air. Driving's a blast, a blast from the past. Last edited by nkaminar; 05-03-2022 at 07:14 AM.

05-03-2022, 01:22 PM	#6
Herb Concord Ca Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Concord CA Posts: 637	Re: Modern Bendix Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) The ones that were made in India were junk, these were common about 10 years ago.

05-03-2022, 01:31 PM	#7
31Tudor Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 611	Re: Modern Bendix I personally am not a fan of the replacement bendix. I would never install one on any of my cars. i recently worked on a friends car that had one, and nkaminar is right, I had to take the water inlet off just to get the starter back in. Pretty simple otherwise. I have pretty good luck with the originals, even starting the 12 volt speedster.

05-03-2022, 06:58 PM	#9
Chuck Sea/Tac Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Between Seattle & Tacoma Posts: 2,354	Re: Modern Bendix The modern drive breaks as well. It just doesn’t drop the bolt head down in the housing. I take my starter out every few thousand miles and check if the bolts are starting to get loose. I have a 1/4” flex cable with a small earth magnet on the end. It will fish the broken bolt out a one or two tries through the starter hole. It’s also pretty easy to start your car with a hand crank if you have to.