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Roger that. I took the band off, and peaked in through the openings. Everything inside looks fine and appears to be untouched. There wasn't anything glaringly obvious, at least not to me haha. Will give it a shot with a bench test. I plan to replace the starter switch, and gasket. I'll let you...

Thanks Tim! Apparently I am unable to send PM's since I have not posted 10 times on this forum yet. Is there an email I can reach you at? Thanks, Braden

Good idea. I'll give it a try and see.

The machine shop I used machined both the inner flywheel surface and took the same amount off around the rim so that was done correctly. I took the switch apart after the fire and the contact terminal appears to be okay on the top of the starter. The metal strip in the switch no longer moves and...

Thanks for all of the help guys. The starter began to leak oil when this happened and has a distinct burnt smell. I wasn’t sure if I should risk reusing it or not. I plan on adding a battery disconnect as well. Stay tuned. Does anyone happen to have a 6 volt working starter they would be willing...

Hello, This is my first time on Ford Barn. I've been restoring a 29 Model A with my dad over the past several weeks. We finally got it running this weekend and felt very accomplished. Our original engine was seized. We got a donor engine, took it apart and rebuilt the block with a new head...