Late banjo in 34 housings
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There are a couple of major problems with this idea: First, the 33-34 axle housings have the same bolt pattern (size, number and spacing) as the 35-48 banjo but the two are "clocked" differently. That is, the axle housings will be rotated with respect to the torque tube. Second problem is the axle length will non-standard. John R.
blucar
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I know the '36 banjo and torque tube will work on the later axles/axle housings (42-48).. The only modification required is the use of '37-39 radius bars.
I have a '36-42/48 Columbia under my '36, I installed it in the car in 1954 to replace the '36 Columbia.
As I recall, the '34 and earlier rear ends are completely different from the '35 and later.
I have a '36-42/48 Columbia under my '36, I installed it in the car in 1954 to replace the '36 Columbia.
As I recall, the '34 and earlier rear ends are completely different from the '35 and later.
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Might want to look for billB's techno site, and look up what rumbleseat (Paul) did to his 34. Not exactly as you have asked the question, but I believe there is enough info there to answer. As I recall (never trust my memory), I think he used a 46-48 rear end with Columbia, to create for his 34. I think he kept the 34 bells (with Columbia added), so he could also keep the 34 curved spring with its mounts. If memory is correct, he used the later banjo, and probably 35-41-style axles, with mods because of length. I think the bottom line is that the combination of correct bearings will accomplish what you asked. Check it on the techno site. Or, if his writeup can't be found, I will look for a copy - I've got it here, 'somewhere'... Or, better yet, just ask Paul (through the barn, or through billB/techno)
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