They were used in many farm implements at the time, Gleaner combines used them. Larger oil filler and if I remember correctly they came with a .40 overbore and domed pistons.
Being retired and having more projects than money I do buy HF tools. I have found to look up the tool on line and check the reviews, they seem to be an honest representation of the most items. Also I ask the clerks at HF about returns on particular items, they will tell me if they get allot of...
I would be sure that they are asbestos , I have been a certified asbestos inspector-management planner since 1987. Even most new sets of brake shoes are asbestos since they can't find anything that works as well as it does. Working it wet if you must is a great idea.:confused:
Re: "What is the most improper way you've used your vintage car?" -Petrolicious
I had my 30 Tudor since I was a junior in high school. Used it drag the baseball field before a game at least once, it had a trailer hitch on it at the time. This would had been about 1966.:)
There is one still sitting along K-59 Hiway north of Mustochah, Ks with the engine still in it. I had a friend with a 30 coupe that had the Gleaner Model A engine it. He has still passed away don't know what happened to it. I would image his son has it now.
Went to the Lawrence Kansas Swap meet on Saturday morning, picked up several small items for our '57 Chevy coupe project. But the best find was a pair of re-buildable rear fenders for my '30 Tudor sedan. Reasonable prices and great day!