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Seth Swoboda · 12-05-2024, 10:44 AM

I can't hand crank start the engine in my Model A it's so tight. No way any of my V8 would be any easier.

Kurt is correct. It's too hard on the grille and they cost too much to replace/repair.

12-05-2024, 10:44 AM	#1
Seth Swoboda Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 4,079	Re: Anyone ever hand crank their 85HP Flathead? I can't hand crank start the engine in my Model A it's so tight. No way any of my V8 would be any easier. Kurt is correct. It's too hard on the grille and they cost too much to replace/repair.