How to Assemble a Ford Model A Rear Spring - Ford Free-T - Ep. 82
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- čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
- The time is here to finally start assembly of the Ford Free-T. The journey to get to this point has been long but we are very excited to start piecing the car together one last time. Matt and crew start with the freshly painted rear end components and work on making the rear end a roller. There were a few obstacles but the rear is under the car and we can keep moving forward! Thanks to Andrew, George, Jason and Rob for there help!
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-Eastwood LT 100 Paint Gun www.eastwood.c...
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I really enjoy your videos. Real hands-on work without a lot of drama. I appreciate someone who gets their hands dirty. Keep it up.
Thanks for the tip on the backing plate orientation, I'll have to double check mine
Hello guys, it's a shame that your videos are so short !!!! I remain on my hunger every time on this project of Ford tree t .....
take care of yourself and continue with your great videos !!
eric from France
Looking good 👍 thumbs up on putting grease tween those springs.
nice Jod mat.
Exciting time huh Matt, finally all that hard work and labor is really starting to pay off. Nice job on taking your time with the assembly, can't wait to see it all come together..
Rear end components look great, the chassis looks awesome cant wait to see the frontend and engine installed .
that new table getting some use already. ready to see this running
Hey there never worked on pre 49 before so all your info and tips are great info versus money helps a lot
Thanks for watching! -Mike/ITG
getting close to go for a ride ..real happy for you
Hi guys , have you ever considered using a Jaguar diff assembly, they are used here in New Zealand quite extensively as it gives independent suspension, in board disk brakes , nice stance, and a nice ride , just wondering.? Love you clips , good to see how and why you do stuff , good entertainment during lockdown.
I can’t wait to see more updates!!
Thanks man, I wanna be cruising around like you are in yours! -Matt/ITG
Matt I see your digging that new table you got when you bought that hole punch machine. The chassis looks great.
Another great video 👍
Couldn't help but notice the wires on the little yellow racer. Race of Gentlemen?
Your title states “Model A spring”. Model A’s were made between 1928 & 1931 and the springs were mounted directly over the axel housing and used brass not rubber bushings in the shackles. This spring and axel are from a newer vehicle. Also I believe these later springs were wider. Hope this helps
You probably know this but if not always try to look for PN's on the old bearings/seals and try to order using that because they may be made for common applications like for tractors or pumps still being produced today.
Yep that’s how I found the new ones. Totally my error I should have known better!
Hello Matt, Another well done informative video! I know it"s a bit early, but What about installing A weathered looking copper panel over top of the firewall? I think it would contrast nicely with the black body color?! Great job on the car. Greg
looking good
With the rear on the chain hoist l thought I was watching an old Ford film
Did you use a shorter model A main leaf? The spring perch width of the A is 49-1/2" and the Model T and 35-40 is 48" causing the shackles to hang wrong with weight on it.
Those washer's look the same as the old Willy's Jeep's
Inspired by this video Mike. I will be doing the same wide five conversion on my diff. Would you be able to share the part numbers for the baring and seals that you ordered please?
What are you doing for rear shock absorbers, or did I miss that episode? Looking good as always...
All the cleaning and painting, and you put dirty wheels on it...... haha, nice work.
Hi Matt I see you used 5 springs I had 9 in mine took the top two off shortened them for spacers but the ride is still stiff i,5 is softer but how is the bounce, did you install shocks or are planning to keep up the good work
Hi Dale, this car is so light I'm afraid even 5 might be too stiff! We'll see! I plan to run 46-48 Ford lever shocks on the car. -Matt/ITG
I'm restoring a 26 model T coup in Australia but having a hard time finding a company to send parts to Australia at a reasonable price. Any suggestions?
Matt u still work for /with Eastwood ?
Yessir I do. 👍
do you ever have cars for sale?
Hi Corey, yes I sell cars we find all the time. We have a few coming in here shortly. Shoot me an email with what you're after and maybe I can help! -Matt/ITG Irontrapgarage@gmail.com
What's the deal with the BROOKES hotrod and custom shirt, like the look of it, Google doesnt turn up anything
First finally! Lol