Model A Shock Arm Length

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From what I understand, Ford used a few different patterns of shocks and shock arms on the As as time progressed. I also understand that the arms are different lengths for the front and rear. For some reason, I cannot find any concrete information on this, and parts suppliers don't list the lengths of any arms.

What are the lengths of the factory shock arms (from center pivot bolt to shock link ball) on a Model A? Specifically, 30-31 style. Thanks in advance.
 
do you have a copy of the Judging Standards.? Ford used two basic styles of arms.
 
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(for shocks & other details)

Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building)

thanks
 
s.e.charles said:
(for shocks & other details)

Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building)

thanks
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Yes MAFCA Model A Ford Club Of America and as stated other Model A Vendors.
 
Les Andrews model a ford mechanics handbook,
ISBN 0-9658240-0-4, will be your best reference for assembling the model a front axle.
Your diagram is 1932, not for the model a front axle.
 
thank you. i've seen the book over the years but wasn't ready to invest. i can see it will have a value as i dig deeper into the subject/ process.

Dear Santa . . .
 
The Stipe shocks on my '29 roadster a 2 years old. I measured them on the car in my 9 degree garage with a very cold tape. Best I could tell the front arm is 7 1/4" overall and the rear is 8 1/2" overall. Bill
 
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