Pedal Bushing Replacement RHD

[JohninKuranda]

It looks as if it is possible, but I want to ask just to make sure.

On a RHD 1928, can the Brake Pedal bushing be replaced without having to undertake the remove of the transmission etc. It does look as if I can remove the Brake Pedal Shaft Collar and then the Brake Pedal. Replace the pedal bushing and put it all back together.

But is it that straightforward? Yes, the brake pedal is currently a tad sloppy on the shaft and it would be great to tighten it up. But I don't want to start dismantling if it, only to find it turns out to be a great saga! I can live with it as it is.

On a lighter note, is there any practical use that Fordbarners have done to recycle old wheel hubs? I am loathe just to toss them out, but don't want them taking up valuable storage space. I did think of using one as a base for an upright metal pole to be used for......I don't know what at this stage. Any ideas?

John

 

[Synchro909]

John, The pedals do come off without removing the gearbox etc. You may have to drop the exhaust. Just be aware that the American pedal bushings won't fit RHD Theirs are 7/8" diameter while ours are 1".
As for the old hubs, if the taper is OK in a rear hub, they can be reused on a car after some modification. If you PM me by email, I will send you an article I wrote about my conversion. It works well. The usual problem with front hubs is that the bearings are lose on them. To rectify that in a durable and economic way is not easy. If find a use, there are thousands of them laying about waiting for a new life.