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farmerdick · 06-28-2013, 10:13 AM

What would I need for adaptors, and any modifications to convert a stock Model A transmission to a 39` Ford syncromesh transmission? Thank you.

Richard/Maine

Juggler · 06-28-2013, 10:39 AM

You need one of these from Dennis Cling

It seems the mods don't like links to businesses, so you'll have to do your own google search I'm afraid.

I got mine from Sammy at Arizona Model A.

Cheers

Juggs

PC/SR · 06-28-2013, 11:00 AM

Google Clings Model A adapter.
Its a nice kit, make the job easy.

Bob C · 06-28-2013, 11:33 AM

Try this link https://www.clingsaftermarket.com/addtocart.asp?prod=43

farmerdick · 06-29-2013, 03:05 PM

Thank you for the tips.

Richard

columbiA · 06-30-2013, 12:29 AM

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I think it would be much cheaper to learn to double clutch& it would also retain one of the A,s driving experiences.JMO

Patrick L. · 06-30-2013, 07:45 AM

Isn't part of the reason of going to the '39 transmitter the higher 1st and 2nd ? The fact that they are 'circumcised ' is nice, but, double-clutching is quickly learned.

I too have been debating on whether to go the '39 route or a Mitchell with the higher 1st and 2nd. I like the idea of the higher lower gears.

harryc · 06-30-2013, 11:09 AM

Snyders has the adapter and all the attachments you will need

farmerdick · 06-30-2013, 11:28 AM

I couldn`t even get signed off on driving a Ford 5th wheel tractor with 10 speed road ranger in the military. I guess it just wasn`t ment to be. I have my worst time down shifting going down hill.

Richard

PC/SR · 06-30-2013, 11:44 AM

There are a variety of gear ratios for the V8 top loader trans, and over the years there has been much mixing and matching of parts and ratios, so check the gear sets on any trans you buy. "39 transmission" has almost become a generic term for any topload V8 trans, even if it has a 37 case, 38 gearset, 39 shifter, 40 synchros.
Any one thinking of putting in a V8 transmission should browse Van Pelt Sales website which has a lot of good info. Here is the link to the gear ratio chart.
http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...gearratios.htm
The MItchell trans with the 15% higher gearset is fairly close to the 28 tooth '39 gearset. Easier to swap in, has synchromesh, looks authentic, you know for sure what you are getting, but more expensive.

Rowdy · 06-30-2013, 01:05 PM

Tried to teach my wife how to dbl clutch, it did not go well. 39 transmission for our car so she can drive it without tearing the transmission up and enjoy the car. Rod

400A-64 · 06-30-2013, 03:21 PM

I have a '39 transmission AND a Mitchell Overdrive ( about 90,000 miles). It is a dream on the highway and a joy to drive here in the Sierra foothills of California. Smooth shifts and Lower engine RPM's
Bruce Davis [email protected]

marc hildebrant · 06-30-2013, 03:28 PM

If I wanted smooth shifting of the gears, I would have kept my Ford Ranger with 5 speeds (1990's).

This is a Model A forum...right?

Marc

400A-64 · 06-30-2013, 08:37 PM

You are absolutely correct, Marc.....However many of us enjoy different levels of driving pleasure. You might be surprised of how many folks have one or two modifications to enhance there driving pleasure....especially as we age and still want to enjoy our Wonderful cars.
Bruce Davis
[email protected]

06-28-2013, 10:13 AM	#1
farmerdick Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Readfield, Maine Posts: 347	39` Ford Transmission What would I need for adaptors, and any modifications to convert a stock Model A transmission to a 39` Ford syncromesh transmission? Thank you. Richard/Maine

06-28-2013, 11:00 AM	#3
PC/SR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,279	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Google Clings Model A adapter. Its a nice kit, make the job easy.

06-28-2013, 11:33 AM	#4
Bob C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 8,754	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Try this link https://www.clingsaftermarket.com/addtocart.asp?prod=43

06-29-2013, 03:05 PM	#5
farmerdick Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Readfield, Maine Posts: 347	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Thank you for the tips. Richard

06-30-2013, 12:29 AM	#6
columbiA Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: B.C. Canada Posts: 1,746	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I think it would be much cheaper to learn to double clutch& it would also retain one of the A,s driving experiences.JMO

06-30-2013, 07:45 AM	#7
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Isn't part of the reason of going to the '39 transmitter the higher 1st and 2nd ? The fact that they are 'circumcised ' is nice, but, double-clutching is quickly learned. I too have been debating on whether to go the '39 route or a Mitchell with the higher 1st and 2nd. I like the idea of the higher lower gears.

06-30-2013, 11:09 AM	#8
harryc Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: CA Posts: 206	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Snyders has the adapter and all the attachments you will need

06-30-2013, 11:28 AM	#9
farmerdick Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Readfield, Maine Posts: 347	Re: 39` Ford Transmission I couldn`t even get signed off on driving a Ford 5th wheel tractor with 10 speed road ranger in the military. I guess it just wasn`t ment to be. I have my worst time down shifting going down hill. Richard

06-30-2013, 11:44 AM	#10
PC/SR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,279	Re: 39` Ford Transmission There are a variety of gear ratios for the V8 top loader trans, and over the years there has been much mixing and matching of parts and ratios, so check the gear sets on any trans you buy. "39 transmission" has almost become a generic term for any topload V8 trans, even if it has a 37 case, 38 gearset, 39 shifter, 40 synchros. Any one thinking of putting in a V8 transmission should browse Van Pelt Sales website which has a lot of good info. Here is the link to the gear ratio chart. http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...gearratios.htm The MItchell trans with the 15% higher gearset is fairly close to the 28 tooth '39 gearset. Easier to swap in, has synchromesh, looks authentic, you know for sure what you are getting, but more expensive.

06-30-2013, 01:05 PM	#11
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: 39` Ford Transmission Tried to teach my wife how to dbl clutch, it did not go well. 39 transmission for our car so she can drive it without tearing the transmission up and enjoy the car. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

06-30-2013, 03:21 PM	#12
400A-64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Grass Valley,CA Posts: 295	Re: 39` Ford Transmission I have a '39 transmission AND a Mitchell Overdrive ( about 90,000 miles). It is a dream on the highway and a joy to drive here in the Sierra foothills of California. Smooth shifts and Lower engine RPM's Bruce Davis [email protected]

06-30-2013, 03:28 PM	#13
marc hildebrant Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,128	Re: 39` Ford Transmission If I wanted smooth shifting of the gears, I would have kept my Ford Ranger with 5 speeds (1990's). This is a Model A forum...right? Marc

06-30-2013, 08:37 PM	#14
400A-64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Grass Valley,CA Posts: 295	Re: 39` Ford Transmission You are absolutely correct, Marc.....However many of us enjoy different levels of driving pleasure. You might be surprised of how many folks have one or two modifications to enhance there driving pleasure....especially as we age and still want to enjoy our Wonderful cars. Bruce Davis [email protected]