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Thanks guys. I sent a message to Berts, maybe I’ll get lucky. Mine looks as though it was cut out, so I guess maybe someone else had the same problem a decade ago :) I can try the wanted section, just seemed like something that would be repop. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Apologies if this has been asked endlessly...I have as 30 coupe that is missing the b-pillar door striker housing. I tried Snyder’s with no luck. Anyone aware of a source for this?stock or reproduction, no matter. Thanks, -Chris Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

No, they do not come out easily. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Point taken. Yes this is the same rear end. It seems to have been roughly treated, perhaps with best intentions given that it’s not cheap once one cracks the seals. My goal of course is to do this correctly and have a safe and reliable banjo for my project. I’m also in no hurry, I’d like to...

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Thank guys, some really good information! I think we need a virtual nickel jar here that the newly informed can contribute to a beer fund for the educated. :) The split does end at the edge, the reflection of the inner hub makes it look a bit like it runs farther than it does, I should have set...

I can see now that my first banjo build will be an adventure! But all good, I get to ask newbie questions and learn something. I pulled the clips, seals, and bearings tonight and found a nice split in what I’m calling the bearing seat (see photo) in one of the two hubs. I’m going to go out on a...

Lamps are overrated. :) if this goes south you should sell me one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

So, I’m not clear on this. When I think sealer, I generally think blue rtv. Seems reasonable insurance against weeping or other small leaks. What am I missing? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks guys, great information. Happy to hear it might be salvageable, I was already checking out shipping rates for replacements :). I’ll soak it and look closely for cracks and then use a flat file as suggested. Points taken also on the test vs final set of gaskets and the light use is...

Another banjo newbie question.. I noticed when pulling my banjo apart that it has been handled roughly at some point. It has some vice marks on the gasket surfaces, and a small area of galling, maybe where a bar was used or something. Not sure what they would have been reefing on. Anyway, I’d...

Thanks, I’ll check them out. My go to otherwise (currently) would be Vanpelt. I had a good experience with them with my trans. But I’m new to Banjos and so happy to hear about good vendors. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Following up in case anyone might want to use this method. It worked pretty slick! the races came out without damage to them as far as I can tell, and it’s free to boot. I only had 1/4 flat stock laying around, and that did work, but bent a bit in the process. For the second I cut a chunk off an...

That’s perfect. Photos help a lot, thank you for your trouble. I scrounged around the shop and found some bits that I think will work for the job. Too late for grinding in my neighborhood tonight, so I’ll report back. Finally, a use for the 3’ length of model A driveline that’s been kicking...

Thanks for this! I had only briefly considered pressing rather than pulling, and figured it would be a struggle having to run through the bell, then I saw the Ford tool for this, and how narrow the exposed shoulder of the race was and thought I would need a specialty tool. I wasn’t thinking of...

Hi guys, having finished my trans rebuild I’m on to my banjo rear. Can someone point me to the correct (and obtainable) tool for pulling the bearing races? Note that I’d prefer a tool vs welding in a stud and using a slide hammer (as is suggested in the very handy Tardel booklet) Thanks much...

Thanks guys, appreciate the info. I’ll check out Mike Driskell‘s site. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I‘m putting together a parts list for a toploader rebuild, my winter project. I have the 48-5089 rear mount which is clean and ready to go, but the rubber was hashed. Replacements include both the steel mount and the rubber bushing, but the gauge looks thinner, and it’s $50 when I only need $10...

Thanks guys, all good advice. Good to know on the 81 part numbers. I’ll be replacing the hub and all bushings, washers, bearings etc. The combination of Mac’s book, and the diagrams in his catalog really make this an approachable project. Just don’t tell my wife what I’m spending : ) -Chris...

Hi guys. I have a quick trans question for those familiar with top loader internals. I’m working to rebuild my first 3sp from a trans I bought for the 78 case. Turns out that the condition of the gears, mainshaft, etc. look pretty good. In fact the syncro rings look almost new. Over the last...