Model A Timing Wrench By Nu-Rex

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I am new to the Model A Forum on Ford Barn and have a question.
In Snyder's catalog is a Timing wrench that caught my curiosity, the Nu-Rex.
I went to youtube and watched a video using this Nu-wrench an was wondering the thoughts you would have about this.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGAKWX158H8
 

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It works great, and is a wonderful timesaver - read through a previous thread on it here.

That being said, you should also learn and know how to set the timing without it (it's really easy to do) - what will you do if you misplace it one day and need to set the timing?
 
I have one and tested it's accuracy using both methods. I found that it gets the timing close to within a degree or two but not right on all the time. the variance when using the tool is caused by a little sloppy fit on the shaft (((crappy metal and the tab is not a good fit into the notch))) combined with lining up the arrow leaves some margin for error. It is good for an emergency road side repair until it can be double checked later using the old school way...
 
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Welcome to the Barn! I see that it is your first post! I agree with the previous two posts. You need to know how to set your timing the "old way" to get it dead on, but I can see where this tool could be very useful if you happen to be stuck along the side of the road. I don't have one yet, but plan on getting one to carry in the car before next spring!
 
Why would you need this tool for an emergency?
With just your standard tools you can set your timing the "old school way" anywhere.

Note: Once your timing is set correctly, you normally don't have to mess with it for a long long time, it would be something major to knock the timing off on the road.
 
This past summer one of the cars in our tour developed distributor problems. Long story made short, a replacement distributor was used to solve the problem. After several attempts by the car's owner trying to time it the "old school way", I used the NuRex tool. 5 minutes and he was on his way.
 
I bought one years ago and it works okay. I agree with Mitch that the tang is too sloppy to get it perfect. You can time a Model A really easily with a homemade timing light (bulb with wires soldered on the terminals, with alligator clips on the per ends). Learning to do it the old school way will serve you well, whether in the garage or on the road. The more you get used to working on them, the more you realize just what amazing machines they are.


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burner31 said:
Why would you need this tool for an emergency?
With just your standard tools you can set your timing the "old school way" anywhere.

Note: Once your timing is set correctly, you normally don't have to mess with it for a long long time, it would be something major to knock the timing off on the road.
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I'm not disagreeing with you about how easy it is to reset the timing without the wrench, but to change the original style points the cam has to come off. It's like a safety belt for some especially if on the side of the road or fighting the pressures of the moment
 
I tend to agree with Mitch. It does get it close and a person can then adjust it a bit to get it closer. But if you have the experience like mentioned above, maybe you could get along with out it. I am happy I have one because it save me a lot of time.
 
I am amazed at the amount/types of tools I can stow under the front seat, with padding and securing you don't hear them rattling around, and don't even know they are there...until you need them.
With a little planning and lessons learned, you have packed the tools/parts you will need for most any emergency.
If a square blue rock works for you...by all means, get it, use it, keep it.
If a $10 tool works for you...by all means, get it, use it, keep it.
 
Nurex makes their money scaring people into buying modern products.

Learn the timing method Marcos has on his site and you are set for life.

As far as points go, a quality used set of points is likely to last you decades with a good cam that is properly lubed.

The whole alternator, V8 points, and timing bracket are just a waste of money and time.
 
forever4 said:
Why would anyone ever have to change points on the side of the road?
What conceivable emergency?
It is hard for me to imagine.

Seems to me like another modern solution looking for an imagined problem to solve.
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I assume you mean that if the owner made points a part of his periodic inspection before starting off for the Yukon, there can be no problem. I don't know if anyone thinks repro points can self-destruct without warning, or not.
 
forever4 said:
Why would anyone ever have to change points on the side of the road?
What conceivable emergency?
It is hard for me to imagine..
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I saw a guy lose the point contact it fell off the moveable arm.
Had another tape up the lower plate wire where the outer insulation was cracked and missing causing it to ground.

Did you ever tour?
 
I can set the timing faster and closer by the original method faster than you can get that stupid wrench out of your tool box. Forget that thing, it only makes sense for the manufacturer to make money, nothing else.
 
Wow, you guys are being pretty harsh.

The Nu-Rex tool is excellent, and does get the timing really, really close. Certainly more than close enough.

Mitch and others- If the Nu-Rex tool is sloppy on your distributor cam, then one or the other is worn out. The Nu-Rex tool fits so securely on the new Stipe distributor cams that you have to kinda wiggle-tap it on and wiggle it off.

Although Marco's method is best, it also requires a trouble light or an ohmmeter to do it. The Nu-Rex tool requires neither. In fact, you don't need any electricity at all. That makes roadside repairs much faster and easier. For those of us that use a real pop-out ignition switch, the Nu-Rex tool is SO much easier and faster.

I will bet you guys have more rotational slop inducing timing error in your distributor shaft than the Nu-Rex tool could ever cause.

Give the new guy a break, please. And give the Nu-Rex tool a chance. THINK before you type.
 
me personally, I found Marco's instructions difficult to follow. that may be heresy here, but there was just too much detail and explanation.

I guess I should take cover in my foxhole soon.
 
ericr said:
me personally, I found Marco's instructions difficult to follow. that may be heresy here, but there was just too much detail and explanation.

I guess I should take cover in my foxhole soon.
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You just need someone with experience to walk you through the procedure. you don't need a ohm meter, trouble light, test light or power to do it the old school way..just a pair of eyes
 
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