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  1. J.R. Aiello

    Trouble removing tie rods from ball

    Hey all, Sorry I haven't updated this. I DID get it off finally. Thanks to all of you for the suggestions and encouragement. I was able to the whole rod and spindles off by removing the kingpins. I thought it was going to be very difficult, but they slid right out. Rotating the steering arm...
  2. J.R. Aiello

    Trouble removing tie rods from ball

    An update: Reminder that this is a tear down of EVERYTHING for restoration, so the wheels, brakes, etc. are all gone already. What's left is the spring perches, the kingpins, the wishbone, and the tie rod, which is on the balls of the steering arms. The problem area is circled in blue. I...
  3. J.R. Aiello

    Trouble removing tie rods from ball

    Not to worry about reassembly; I have an expert shop doing that! I know my limits! I did get the drag link off with some good pulling. The tie rod end grease is still very good. Everything moves VERY freely in and out, and I can rotate the rod to extremes easily. As someone noted, all the balls...
  4. J.R. Aiello

    Trouble removing tie rods from ball

    Thanks everyone. And so fast! I hate that I left out that I got the inner cup out too. The pictures show just the ball. The tie rod moves back and for and twists, and stays where I left it, so I don't think it's the pressure from the inside springs. There IS a lot of grease and in other places...
  5. J.R. Aiello

    Trouble removing tie rods from ball

    Hi all, I'm breaking down my 1930 Sport Coupe for frame off restoration. WHile working on the front end, I'm trying to remove the tie rod and drag link. I was only able to get the drag link off of the frame end, but not the other 3. After removing the large slotted screws and the spring out...
  6. J.R. Aiello

    Model A Garage customer experience?

    Hi all, I know the owner recently passed away. I'm looking for anyone who has had experience as a customer with this place in the last couple of years. I'd love to talk to you about your experience. Thanks, J.R. 1930 Sport Coupe
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