Recent content by BobM

Thanks everyone for the info. Am mating a Mustang toploader to my 8BA and the adapter will need a clutch release shaft, was going to remove shaft from spare trans. I have but no need to do so now that I know I can get a new cross shaft.

How do I remove the clutch release shaft; the fork pin is peened over and I can't get to it? Does someone offer new clutch release shafts? If someone is making new ones then I won't have to bother with removal of old one.

John, didn't find out about the t/o bearings as I have to call back tomorrow as they want to be sure that we get the right p/p to match the t/o bearing; it was after closing when I called. Will let you know about Made in U.S.A. t/o's.

Just spoke to Scott FWC and says they have a new batch of early Ford pressure plates.

Thanks for responding; if I find Mustang clutch disc too thin what do I use for shim material under p/p arms? Bob

Am using 4 speed toploader with my flathead; will the 10" X 1 1/16" Mustang clutch disc be compatible with my early 10" Ford long style pressure plate and throwout bearing?

Thanks for responding John, will use the info. when I order the TOB. Bob

Can they also supply a Made in the U.S.A. throwout bearing?

Why do the early Fords have clutch"chatter?" My restored '36 had clutch chatter right from the git go; is it a design flaw?

Jack, where would I get a magnesium anode? Thanks, Bob

Thanks for answering guys.

If I have a 12V system do I abandon 12V regulator when converting to a 12V alternator that has a built in voltage regulator?

How do you recognize an electrolysis condition? I have a '36 with aluminum heads & copper head gaskets and I would like to be able to tell if electrolysis is present.

John, we had discussed this very problem and I failed to link what you pointed out to me as to how it would relate to my valve to head clearance. Last night in a very cold garage (excuse) I came up with a net lift of .361" when actually it is .353" as we discussed earlier. The .361" lift...

Bill, the top section of the valve on the seat I measured does sit above the deck; that explains it! Thanks for responding, Bob