The Ford Barn

philcobill · 07-24-2021, 09:29 AM

Well, guess what? The timing gear decided to give out completely when I tried to start the car this morning. It ran, but the clatter was very loud, and it had a hard time staying on. I took off the timing gear inspection plate off and discovered what is going on. The outside laminated gear part decided to separate from the inner spindle part. Sigh, guess what I will be doing the next couple of days.

I understand about making sure things line up right, but am not sure exactly how to do it yet. I also understand about taking my time to do it right, and get another set of eyes to look at it, especially since this is my first time to do this.

I pre-ordered the necessary parts, including the gear and the tool to get the camshaft nut off. So, I am all set right?

Are there any other pieces of wisdom that could be shared as I embark on yet another adventure with my model A?

07-24-2021, 09:29 AM	#1
philcobill Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Walworth, New York Posts: 138	REQUEST ADVICE: Changing Timing gear. Well, guess what? The timing gear decided to give out completely when I tried to start the car this morning. It ran, but the clatter was very loud, and it had a hard time staying on. I took off the timing gear inspection plate off and discovered what is going on. The outside laminated gear part decided to separate from the inner spindle part. Sigh, guess what I will be doing the next couple of days. I understand about making sure things line up right, but am not sure exactly how to do it yet. I also understand about taking my time to do it right, and get another set of eyes to look at it, especially since this is my first time to do this. I pre-ordered the necessary parts, including the gear and the tool to get the camshaft nut off. So, I am all set right? Are there any other pieces of wisdom that could be shared as I embark on yet another adventure with my model A?