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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-26-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 509
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Uncanny stories about A's

That gets a "like" from me!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-25-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 344
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: valve clearence , B motor

There were 3 different B grinds, the most common one had .302" lift, the next one had .315" and the latest one had .339" an slightly more duration than the others.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-18-2024, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 504
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Vulcan 1 cylinder head

It was made in the 70's in the San Bernardino area. There was a Model A guy that owned a parts store there and he produced a few performance parts. I think his last name was James???

Most any...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-17-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 456
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Main bearing and rod instillation on a Model A

It takes two .001" shims to add .001" of clearance. I say .0015" is the minimum that you should have, same on the rods. even .002" is not too much. Turn the engine over at least 1 full turn after...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-14-2024, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 298
Posted By Jim Brierley
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2024, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,101
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder

Vintage 4 (V4) classes are allowed any OHV or OHC conversion that you want to run, its the block that SCTA limits, to 1934 or earlier, or any block approved by the original manufacturer as a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 11:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,531
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Synchronized Transmission

I'm not sure that others have actually answered your question. For my money the early Ford V8 trans is the best way to go. The '39 is the best, but the '32-'38 work very well too. The difference...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2024, 07:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,101
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder

Donovan makes a flathead but most guys use an OHV head. The Model D (Donovan's name for the banger block) is super strong, and expensive but worth it if you are going to drive it hard. They are not...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 599
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Speedometer Cable- A Grease Pump?

When greasing the cable, don't put grease in the upper 6". That area is straight so doesn't need it. Too much grease will get into the speedo itself, and cause problems.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-02-2024, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 630
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: A Flywheel on a B

A flywheels are heavier than B's.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-28-2024, 12:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,001
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Lion Speed Head?

I think they sold new for $650? Piranio in TX bought raw castings from Yapp and machined his own chamber into them.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-27-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 1,403
Views: 308,254
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: tell a Model A related story

Will do Woofa! Did I tell you that when I got a new card from my credit union, I can now use the ATM! A young friend of mine told me that I am now just like a teenager! ... I don't believe that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2024, 01:19 PM
Replies: 1,403
Views: 308,254
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: tell a Model A related story

Woofa, unlike you, I am very up to date on electronic gadgets. I have a flip phone, and I turn it on when I leave the house, well, almost every time, which is maybe once a week? I can make and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 01:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 694
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Which Headers

4 into 1 tube header is the most efficient but at the RPM most guys run with their A's, it makes little difference. Cast iron headers or manifold retain heat and, I've found, make your car hotter...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-23-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 713
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: pinion gear double cup bearing issue

The pinion gear is secured to the drive shaft by a nut, like the axles are. It came apart as it should.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-22-2024, 12:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 599
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Rear End Rebuild Advice/Help Needed

Tom is exactly right, but I don't recommend torquing the side housings without gasket or shims of some kind in place, there is danger of distorting the housings, and they will leak.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 02:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 366
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Holley 81 v8 60 carbs

Holley carbs, in general, need smaller than stock power valves when used in multiples. The reason is when in pairs, or more, the manifold vacuum drops quicker than as a single carb, so makes the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,013
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Riley ?

The originals were drilled using hardwood as guides, so often were not concentric, as on my 1936 4-port.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 941
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Not even a Ford pulling

I worked as a mechanic at a GMC dealer in the 50's. We had a customer that transported new Chrysler products. Chrysler insisted that he used a Dodge truck instead of his GMC, so ... he changed the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 01:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,013
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Riley ?

Riley 2-port, maybe $3500, if it is not cracked and is complete. 4-port, iron or aluminum, complete, $5,000 more or less depending on how much the buyer wants it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By Jim Brierley
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 691
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: 31 coupe with a Rucker overhead valve

History lesson for today,

Rucker's were made when the Model A was new. They are somewhat rare now. They were similar to several OHV heads of the day, like the Cragar heads they could use stock...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 12:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,409
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Chevrolet ohv head on a Ford Model A block adapter plate

Just FYI, the Olds head mentioned above had 3 exhaust ports, and was used by racers back in the day, the first car to attain 140 MPH was Chevy powered, I think with either an Olds head or an...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 11:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,179
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Model A cam ground to "B" profile

Just trying to be factual!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 11:56 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,179
Posted By Jim Brierley
Re: Model A cam ground to "B" profile

Those specs show only the very latest of the B grinds, the most common B had .302" of lobe lift. The one shown makes a vey good touring cam.
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