Re: Float 'A' Motor & the Balanced Engine

Posted by Marco Tahtaras on November 30, 1997 at 13:14:57

In Reply to: Float 'A' Motor & the Balanced Engine
posted by Rick Botti on November 30, 1997 at 11:41:44

Rick, I am one of the few people that are less than enthusiastic about float-a-motors. I've seen various problems including incorrect engine height and angle, and slight shift in hood and door fit due to the frame rails twisting. The original rear mounts bolt solid to the flywheel housing and add support to the rails. Also be sure NOT to use a bronze bushing on the front motor mount below the crossmember. This didn't work for Ford and was dropped after a short time.
Rick Black is correct on the balance issue. Of the 60-70 Model A's I've driven, two of the best three (by far) were engines that required no more than boring, babbit and pistons. Once the crankshaft is turned the flywheel rarely runs true. For ensured success be sure the flywheel and pressure plate are balanced ON THE crankshaft and marked for location so they are not reinstalled 180 degrees out. If this is not done the counterbalance weights will be of little help.

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