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RockHillWill · 11-17-2012, 11:58 AM

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I had tried the lightened flywheel on the first Pick up that I restored, thinking that it would be getter suited for a left leg that got 'damaged' in a pit road incident in Atlanta in '85 or '86. I was unable to tell any difference in the clutch pedal pressure that what was in my stock Tudor. I actually tore that (fine point) pickup apart, because I could not get it to idle down 'extra slow'. After I got the heavy flywheel put back in it, I could tell a noticeable lowering of the idle RPM and was not able to see any difference in the clutch pedal pressure required.

I have no 'scientific' input on this issue, just offering some input!

BTW, I went ahead and put the heavy flywheel in for the Panel Truck. From my racing background, I have usually been inclined to find a 'better way' on whatever I am doing, but an old-time Model A guy has FINALLY got me believing that ol' Henry got it right the first time. My problems and road troubles have all but dissapeared since I have reverted to using original parts.

Just a thought.

11-17-2012, 11:58 AM	#6
RockHillWill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rock Hill, S.C. Posts: 985	Re: Is a lightened flywheel overrated? (I think so) Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I had tried the lightened flywheel on the first Pick up that I restored, thinking that it would be getter suited for a left leg that got 'damaged' in a pit road incident in Atlanta in '85 or '86. I was unable to tell any difference in the clutch pedal pressure that what was in my stock Tudor. I actually tore that (fine point) pickup apart, because I could not get it to idle down 'extra slow'. After I got the heavy flywheel put back in it, I could tell a noticeable lowering of the idle RPM and was not able to see any difference in the clutch pedal pressure required. I have no 'scientific' input on this issue, just offering some input! BTW, I went ahead and put the heavy flywheel in for the Panel Truck. From my racing background, I have usually been inclined to find a 'better way' on whatever I am doing, but an old-time Model A guy has FINALLY got me believing that ol' Henry got it right the first time. My problems and road troubles have all but dissapeared since I have reverted to using original parts. Just a thought. __________________ Uncle Bud says "too soon old, too late smart!"