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tumblindice · 12-06-2023, 12:50 PM

From what I understand, Ford used a few different patterns of shocks and shock arms on the As as time progressed. I also understand that the arms are different lengths for the front and rear. For some reason, I cannot find any concrete information on this, and parts suppliers don't list the lengths of any arms.

What are the lengths of the factory shock arms (from center pivot bolt to shock link ball) on a Model A? Specifically, 30-31 style. Thanks in advance.

Gary WA · 12-06-2023, 03:18 PM

do you have a copy of the Judging Standards.? Ford used two basic styles of arms.

s.e.charles · 12-06-2023, 06:06 PM

(for shocks & other details)

Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building)

thanks

Brentwood Bob · 12-06-2023, 06:35 PM

Parts houses have it, or the two national clubs.

s.e.charles · 12-06-2023, 07:07 PM

thank you

Gary WA · 12-06-2023, 07:08 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by s.e.charles

(for shocks & other details)

Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building)

thanks

Yes MAFCA Model A Ford Club Of America and as stated other Model A Vendors.

s.e.charles · 12-06-2023, 07:32 PM

thanks; appreciate the help.

s.e.charles · 12-07-2023, 04:53 AM

http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/F...-34passngr.jpg

this is the best picture i can find of an exploded view front axle & partial suspension. i am believing the front lever shock dogbone connects to point labeled "3030 assy." maybe the leaf spring shackles go into the inner eyes, but am unsure of the use for the outboard eyes on the bracket.

any chance someone could explain? thanks

Brentwood Bob · 12-07-2023, 09:53 PM

Les Andrews model a ford mechanics handbook,
ISBN 0-9658240-0-4, will be your best reference for assembling the model a front axle.
Your diagram is 1932, not for the model a front axle.

s.e.charles · 12-08-2023, 04:34 AM

thank you. i've seen the book over the years but wasn't ready to invest. i can see it will have a value as i dig deeper into the subject/ process.

Dear Santa . . .

springerpete · 12-08-2023, 07:45 AM

The Stipe shocks on my '29 roadster a 2 years old. I measured them on the car in my 9 degree garage with a very cold tape. Best I could tell the front arm is 7 1/4" overall and the rear is 8 1/2" overall. Bill

12-06-2023, 12:50 PM	#1
tumblindice Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2023 Posts: 9	Model A Shock Arm Length From what I understand, Ford used a few different patterns of shocks and shock arms on the As as time progressed. I also understand that the arms are different lengths for the front and rear. For some reason, I cannot find any concrete information on this, and parts suppliers don't list the lengths of any arms. What are the lengths of the factory shock arms (from center pivot bolt to shock link ball) on a Model A? Specifically, 30-31 style. Thanks in advance.

12-06-2023, 03:18 PM	#2
Gary WA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton,WA/Whidbey Island Posts: 4,105	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length do you have a copy of the Judging Standards.? Ford used two basic styles of arms. __________________ www.whidbeymodelaclub.com Last edited by Gary WA; 12-30-2023 at 02:34 PM.

12-06-2023, 06:06 PM	#3
s.e.charles Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length (for shocks & other details) Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building) thanks

12-06-2023, 06:35 PM	#4
Brentwood Bob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: brentwood, ca Posts: 4,246	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length Parts houses have it, or the two national clubs.

12-06-2023, 07:07 PM	#5
s.e.charles Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length thank you

12-06-2023, 07:32 PM	#7
s.e.charles Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length thanks; appreciate the help.

12-07-2023, 04:53 AM	#8
s.e.charles Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/F...-34passngr.jpg this is the best picture i can find of an exploded view front axle & partial suspension. i am believing the front lever shock dogbone connects to point labeled "3030 assy." maybe the leaf spring shackles go into the inner eyes, but am unsure of the use for the outboard eyes on the bracket. any chance someone could explain? thanks

12-07-2023, 09:53 PM	#9
Brentwood Bob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: brentwood, ca Posts: 4,246	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length Les Andrews model a ford mechanics handbook, ISBN 0-9658240-0-4, will be your best reference for assembling the model a front axle. Your diagram is 1932, not for the model a front axle.

12-08-2023, 04:34 AM	#10
s.e.charles Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length thank you. i've seen the book over the years but wasn't ready to invest. i can see it will have a value as i dig deeper into the subject/ process. Dear Santa . . .

12-08-2023, 07:45 AM	#11
springerpete Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Central Maine Posts: 644	Re: Model A Shock Arm Length The Stipe shocks on my '29 roadster a 2 years old. I measured them on the car in my 9 degree garage with a very cold tape. Best I could tell the front arm is 7 1/4" overall and the rear is 8 1/2" overall. Bill