Early 1928 Starter

[F.M.]

If you are using the Early 1/2 shaft that is why, when new, Ford placed a Shim between the starter and the housing.. This stopped the drive from jamming.. 12 Volts are not needed on any Model A.

[Synchro909]

Originally Posted by F.M.

If you are using the Early 1/2 shaft that is why, when new, Ford placed a Shim between the starter and the housing.. This stopped the drive from jamming.. 12 Volts are not needed on any Model A.

Woofa was using the 1/2" shaft and it was bent like they all do whether on 6 or 12 volts. 6 volts only means it takes a while longer.
While on one hand I agree with 12v not needed, I have converted my cars to 12 volts because 6 volts parts are not easy to come by. For example, a couple of years ago, I was in the Northern Territory outback when the ignition coil failed. I went into town and was able to buy another over the counter. I think I might still be there if I was on 6 volts. Batteries, ignition components and other parts like light globes are so much easier to get in 12 volts.
Let's say I have no intention of converting back to 6 v!

[F.M.]

Originally Posted by Synchro909

Woofa was using the 1/2" shaft and it was bent like they all do whether on 6 or 12 volts. 6 volts only means it takes a while longer.
While on one hand I agree with 12v not needed, I have converted my cars to 12 volts because 6 volts parts are not easy to come by. For example, a couple of years ago, I was in the Northern Territory outback when the ignition coil failed. I went into town and was able to buy another over the counter. I think I might still be there if I was on 6 volts. Batteries, ignition components and other parts like light globes are so much easier to get in 12 volts.
Let's say I have no intention of converting back to 6 v!

Ok, You say, "like they all due" BUT with no mention of the SHIM I spoke of.. I have used one in my 1928 Coupe from 1965 until now and it still works fine..This with the abel drive & the correct Shim. Oh, & 6 volts..

[Benson]

F.M. ,

What is the part number of this shim?

Photo of one or is a drawing shown in the "Green Bible"?

Thanks