Banjo rear end rebuild

[acchaplin]

Anybody know of a shop or person within a 2-3 hour, couple hundred mile radius of North Centreal WV who has the tools and experience that can rebuild a early '32 rear end?

Thanks.

[Seth Swoboda]

If it were me, I'd drive down to McMinnville, TN to drop the rear end off at Third Gen Automotive. Michael will rebuild it and you can come pick it up. It would be worth your time.

[V8COOPMAN]

Originally Posted by Seth Swoboda

If it were me, I'd drive down to McMinnville, TN to drop the rear end off at Third Gen Automotive. Michael will rebuild it and you can come pick it up. It would be worth your time.

Seth has some good advice above! 369 miles from Charleston, WV (central WV) to McMinnville, Tn. where Michael Driskell owns and operates 3rd Gen Automotive. Michael turns-out some wonderful rebuild work in addition to running one of the premier parts emporiums in the old Ford parts world. I'd call Michael and discuss such, as he likes talking with customers on the phone.

Coop

3rd Gen Automotive - Contact

Michael Driskell (Ask for Michael on phone)

Third Gen Automotive
Phone: 844-327-5988
Url: thirdgenauto.com
2600 Old Nashville Hwy
McMinnville, TN 37110


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You can also contact Michael via PM, as he is a regular here on The F'Barn as "35fordtn"!

[Seth Swoboda]

Third Gen is a 5 hour drive from me. It's a trip I make at least once a year and one that I really enjoy. If I lived near there, I'd work there on nights and weekends.

[35fordtn]

As Mentioned we can do it here I am backlogged a bit right now. However if it's a Early 32 Rear it is identical internally to a Model A Rear. Maybe you have a reputable Model A Mechanic near you? Removing the tapered driveshaft from the pinion gear is the worst part of the whole job.

[Ol' Ron]

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When it comes too this kind of repair, I always ask: Is this a restoration, or just getting the car back on the road?? If the first, ignore this. If the latter, why not up grsde to a modern later axle, thus improving the car.
Gramps

[acchaplin]

Hey Granps! Lookey here we are the same hair color!
I thought one gets scolded or blackballed when they talk about "modern" on this site!?
My build technically,,,,, is neither one. Not quite a total "restration", but not quite "modern" enough to qualify for a Street Rod. Sorta halfway between the Barn Forum and the HAMB. (lol)
Failing eyesight, fumble fingers, and the dreaded Old Fart's Disease, CRS, is why I can't trust myself to try and rebuild something I have no experience with.
But anyway, I like your idea though.

[acchaplin]

Originally Posted by 35fordtn

As Mentioned we can do it here I am backlogged a bit right now. However if it's a Early 32 Rear it is identical internally to a Model A Rear. Maybe you have a reputable Model A Mechanic near you? Removing the tapered driveshaft from the pinion gear is the worst part of the whole job.

I have posted this same question on the 28-31 section of the Barn forum, checking to see if any of the Model A folks can help me.

What I need is a gear set change, new set of bearings, (have a slight 'howl') bushings, seals and anything else that may be wore out. Both rear wheels have a slight 'wobble'. (bent axle/hub?) Put those wheels up front and give 'em a spin, no 'wobble'

I think I have sent you a message on your "contact us" section.

[35fordtn]

If you need call next week 844-327-5988