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11-03-2017, 03:17 PM | #1 |
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1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
I have a 1931 Model "A", and the starter pedal won't depress? I have replaced the starter "push to start switch", but after installation the pedal still won't depress…that is I can't push it in to make the electrical connection which would / should engage the starter motor.
I took apart the old push to start switch, and found no issues. But to be safe I ordered a new one and the new push to start switch also doesn't depress. I removed the starter pedal, and all is good….anybody have a thought? |
11-03-2017, 03:29 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Are u sure that the bendix is not stuck in the flywheel. If it is sruck, when u depress the started pedal nothing happens, and u think it is not engaging. Loosen the three starter bolts, if the bendix is stuck u will have to tap the rear of the starter until the bendix disengages. I usually back off the three bolts about 1/2" and then tap the rear of the starter. When starter breaks loose the bendix will return. Ask me how I know!!! Tim
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11-03-2017, 03:39 PM | #3 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
This is stupid, but I have to say it. I hope you're not pushing on the accelerator foot rest. The starter rod and the rest look a little alike.
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11-03-2017, 03:57 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Put the car in gear and push it. If the engine will not turn, your starter is jammed.
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11-03-2017, 04:03 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
There are plenty of times in my life that I have been "stupid" but not this time. I have taken all the components apart - and I can't find a reason why the PEDAL WON'T DEPRESS.
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11-03-2017, 04:18 PM | #6 |
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I really wasn't meaning to be insulting with the accelerator pedal thing. I was just trying to cover all the possible bases! |
11-03-2017, 04:48 PM | #7 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
agree stuck starter!,broken spring on starter bendix jammed!
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11-03-2017, 04:56 PM | #8 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Turn on the headlights, then push the starter button. Do the lights dim, or does the starter button absolutely not move even a tiny bit?
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11-04-2017, 09:59 AM | #9 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Any results?
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06-17-2018, 08:46 PM | #10 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
New guy here, dealing with a stuck starter today. My '29 has a new starter and fused starter switch on top of the starter. I had the same problem as above,starter button wouldn't depress. But, the engine turned when I pushed the car in gear. Turned out to be the shaft on the new starter switch jammed. I pulled the switch, unjammed it, and greased the shaft with some 90 weight differential grease. Here's hoping it's cured.
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06-18-2018, 08:04 AM | #11 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
The reproduction stater switches have a softer u shaped contact spring and do not work very well or long. You are better off finding a good used original or using the Ford bronze spring and whatever parts you need from the reproduction.
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06-19-2018, 01:45 PM | #12 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Well, the things I've learned already! The $22.50 repop starter switch was made with a hole too small for the shaft to have any adjustment room. It allowed for only one angle for the shaft to connect, making it jam prone. It was suggested elsewhere that the hole be enlarged or the innards taken from the repop and installed in an old switch housing. I did the latter, and it's working fine now- but for how long? If they are indeed inferior contact springs, perhaps I should undo yesterday's fixin' and attempt to cobble something together using the 2 old switches that came with the car.
It annoys me when I spend $$ on reproduced parts in an attempt at preventative maintenance only to return to making do with old parts. I am new at the Model A game, but have been in the car hobby for decades, and the quality problems are widespread. |
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06-20-2018, 09:51 PM | #14 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
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06-20-2018, 09:52 PM | #15 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
Disagree. He isn't saying the starter isn't working. He is saying that the rod won't depress.
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06-21-2018, 04:54 PM | #16 |
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Re: 1931 Model "A" starter pedal won't depress
The only reason I could think of as to why the pedal wont depress is if the bottom of the pedal is bottoming out on the floor-board. Back off the threads where the starter rod enters the starter switch and that will increase your travel. Use a lock-nut on the threaded portion of the shaft to insure the rod can't come loose from the switch.
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