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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 02:57 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,203
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Motor rebuild

100%
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 02:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,203
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Motor rebuild

Jordan is 100% correct.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-16-2024, 12:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Easy Engine Sludge Removal

I beleive that this is a bit far fetched as there is no superheated steam involved and further to that, hot caustic tanks are the norm in the engine rebuild industry for cleaning.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2024, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Easy Engine Sludge Removal

The poll question is as in the contence of #1. Like, works, don't like or does not work.
The reason for the poll is to share with those that were not aware and did not know of what is being...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 01:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,690
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: internal engine enamel

The main reason why engine builders use it as well as myself, is that it is very easy to spot foreign particles. To spot foreign particles on oiled cast iron is difficult because it is black....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Ian Crawford
Easy Engine Sludge Removal

Removing Engine Sludge. When dismantling an old or used engine, to be repaired or worked on, the accumulated sludge and combustion by products inside the engine are always a problem to clean at home....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 12:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,604
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Removing rear hubs

The "Knockoff Wheel Puller." Bob has shown would be excelent for this job.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,604
Posted By Ian Crawford
Removing rear hubs

What works for me is: Leave the wheel ON, it must stay on and have the weight of the vehicle on it, remove the nut and put it back on upside down or use a non castelated nut just proud of the axle...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-09-2024, 04:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,247
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: I'm so tired- but so so happy

What works is to do what you did, leave the wheel ON, but remove the nut and put it back on upside down or use a non castelated nut just proud of the axle end. Jack up the OPPOSITE side rear just off...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-23-2024, 04:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,132
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Float-A-Motor Mount on 28 roadster with fixed front mount

I agree with rotorwrench and would like to add the following. All of these changes to the crossmember are due to the stresses that were induced into the engine by the continious torsional twisting of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,132
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Float-A-Motor Mount on 28 roadster with fixed front mount

The issue with the chassis mounted front is that it is solid. Any twist forces in the chassis will be transfered into the engine and will give problems in the long term. A three point engine mounting...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,132
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Float-A-Motor Mount on 28 roadster with fixed front mount

The issue with the chassis mounted front is that it is solid. Any twist forces in the chassis will be transfered into the engine and will give problems in the long term. A three point engine mounting...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 42,325
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Is a lightened flywheel overrated? (I think so)

I can't seehow a lighter flywheel will have any effect on the main bearings. If you take that the flywheel weight is about 63lbs and that on an original engine with a 4.2 c/r the cylinder pressure is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 01:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,098
Posted By Ian Crawford
Re: Torque Tube Bushing

Are these the bearings not to be used for the same reasons as in the transmission.
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