Re: Engine Rebuilding

Posted by Vince Falter on Sep. 25, 1998 at 17:13:00

In Reply to: Re: Engine Rebuilding
posted by Tom McMenamin on Sep. 25, 1998 at 10:58:45

In regards to Schwalms, their work is still top notch and is being carried on by Ora Landis.The engines and other work I've seen done by Ora is top drawer.They are still known as Schwalms, and are located in Paradise, Penn, near Lancaster.

: There is only one person to call in regards to Engine Re-Building! Butch Nichols. He knows it all! Schwalms used to be good when Mr. Schwalm owned the company. However his wife runs it now and I am not so sure the quality of the work is as good! Make up you own mind but....
: Also MACS, Model "A" Ford Parts will also do what you need. It requires shipment.
: I trust Nichols with my life, my wife and my Model "A" He is reasonable and knowledgeable and he did mine about 3 months ago! He knows his stuff! Call him! 410-335-7163. Obviously he is in Northern Baltimore County. Probably a drive of about 2.5 hours from you! He is probably backed up but Hey Winter is coming!

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: : My son and I are currenlty in the process of rebuilding our Model A engine.We have it completely torn down and have checked the clearances.
: : It this point the cylinders need to be bored, the main bearings rebabbitted, crank shaft ground and balanced, and new style rear seal installed.
: : I searched this sight and found that Cecil Richardson had recommended a machin shop out in Cincinnati.
: : I live in central New Jersey (no boos or hisses) and would like to know if there is a qualiified rebuilder closer to this area, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania?
: : I you know of a good shop or rebuilder please reply.Quaility is more important than price.
: : Glenn