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Old 11-07-2020, 01:15 PM   #7
Mart
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Default Re: French flat mods

I have a french motor in my 32 chassis'd model A. (Old Rusty). It has a 59A type oil pan and I had to modify the oil pan to clear the wishbone. you can cut away a piece and weld a piece in. It's not holding oil, in that area, it is where the flywheel is located.

On a 32 it is not necessary to use the 59A type pumps, the belt can run in the truck position, further forward. it does make the alignment of the lower hoses more difficult, though.

The boss at the rear can be cut down quite a lot. I'm not sure if it is necessary in a 32. I did cut mine down though, just to make it look better.

You might want to use the oil pan, starter and flywheel from the 59A.

You will need a 59A cam and a crab distributor is most peoples choice. You'll need a 2 bolt cover.

The French crank and cam gears are cut like a 59A so you can swap in a 59 cam and use the French gears.

The 59A motor will make a great donor for all the parts you need to convert a French military truck motor to car usage.

Any questions, just ask.

Mart.
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