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hardtimes

hardtimes

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Anyone know of someone who makes/sells (does the modifications) the V8 flywheel use on Model A/B engine setup? If you don't want to enter the information here, please send PM with the info.

Many thanks for responses. However, I realize that I DID NOT make clear what I asked about, sorry for that.
I'm looking to run a V8 flywheel on a Model B ford block. Therefor, I need to know if anyone knows of anyone who does the modifications that are necessary (I believe starter has to be modified as well as mabe flywheel).

I presently am running a 'lightened original model A' flywheel and V8 pressure plate and disc. I think that we took 25 lbs off at the time. Now collecting 'stuff' to build another B and want to run V8 FLYWHEEL.
 
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hardtimes said:
Anyone know of someone who makes/sells (does the modifications) the V8 flywheel use on Model A/B engine setup? If you don't want to enter the information here, please send PM with the info.
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hardtimes,
Bill Stipe lightens flywheels and does the V8 conversion for the Model A. He's a very nice guy to deal with. I'm happy with what I've got from him. His contact info is ( 920 ) 467- 9700.
 
Guys, he's looking for a V8 FLYWHEEL, not a lightened A flywheel with V8 clutch.
Like the one in Bill's link.

Bob
 
James I was asking myself the same question. The A flywheel has enough steel so you can machine pretty much any configuration you want. Is a V8 flywheel specifically needed for a certain transmission?
 
Frank Miller said:
James I was asking myself the same question. The A flywheel has enough steel so you can machine pretty much any configuration you want. Is a V8 flywheel specifically needed for a certain transmission?
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First, you do not need to make any changes to the V8 flywheel. The starter needs to be modified. The use does not require any changes to the transmission This modification is primarily for performance engines. Most conversions use an Aluminum V8 flywheel. I usually run one that weighs 11.5 lb. The car weighs 1500 lb. so it works for me. I have a 28 lb. V8 flywheel with a 10" clutch on my roadster pick up. You also have to locate and install an outboard bearing in the bell housing or Al transmission adapter to support the starter shaft.
 
The A-B flywheels are inherently heavier because of the forward extension carrying the ring gear (and of couse the location of this part puts the extra mass at most influential place)...V8 wheels are flat discs, except for prewar ones that can be cut down to flat. Between original modified wheels and aftermarket aluminum one a very wide range of weights is possible.
 
Jamie86 said:
hardtimes,
Bill Stipe lightens flywheels and does the V8 conversion for the Model A. He's a very nice guy to deal with. I'm happy with what I've got from him. His contact info is ( 920 ) 467- 9700.
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Jamie,
Thanks! I'm going to call Bill and speak with him on this subject, as I see that he sells an aluminum flywheel.
 
You need to suport the starter motor armature at the end, I have done it by mounting a bush, also drive on armature is reversed which means cutting new keyway etc , BUT you must fit a reverse bedix spring , ie opposite to norm A-V8 one. no mods needed to flywheel. Tried it without suport bearing & it bent the armature,
Are you ready fo rspeedweek ??
 
quickchange said:
You need to suport the starter motor armature at the end, I have done it by mounting a bush, also drive on armature is reversed which means cutting new keyway etc , BUT you must fit a reverse bedix spring , ie opposite to norm A-V8 one. no mods needed to flywheel. Tried it without suport bearing & it bent the armature,
Are you ready fo rspeedweek ??
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Hey Derek,
No speedweek..as spending all my 'allowance' on 'speedfreak' parts for B engine project:) !
Yeah, 'just plain Bill' is an expert on this subject and has the knowledge/skills to advise. He says(and has pics on his website) same same as your saying..I think:confused: Good thing that I like to driveem,eh..cause I sure as heck don't know how to buildem:D
But, then that's why WE have all these smart friends here !
 
I have modified Model A flywheels for weights as low as 20# and can drill for any pressure plate that will fit the circumference.
 
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