Model T Ford Forum: Pulling Small Timing Gear on Crankshaft
I reckoned I needed to replace it because the timing gears are loud and I measured 0.015 - 0.020 backlash, and I always heard that if the backlash is far out, that you should replace both gears to ensure the best fit.
Model T Ford Forum: Best way to remove the crank shaft timing gear
Gear should give and then you can pull it the rest of the way off with the puller. So that the crankshaft will give slightly upon tapping, you might want to suspend the motor or at least slightly lift it off the motorstand.
Change Timing Gear - MTFCA Forum - Model T Ford Club of America
Mar 13, 2019 · To answer your question, the job is rather simple. (see your service manual) You need to pull the radiator, crank pulley & timing cover. You need a good tool to fit the gear nut. There are a variety, but it must fit tight with no slip to bugger the thin edges. You may find your crank gear has a lot of wear also.
Timing a Model T - The Ford Barn
May 2, 2017 · You don't need anything but an operating set of coils and a battery to power the coil box. Just set the lever to full retard and turn on the ignition. Pull the hand crank slowly till you hear a coil buzz. STOP when you hear it and pull the hand crank back and look at the pin.
Change timing gear easy way? - The Ford Barn
Jun 20, 2013 · You'll need to lift the front of the engine a little to remove the front motor mount and timing gear cover. I then keep the gears from turning by placing a rag between the crank and cam gears. I then use the special nut socket to remove the cam nut.
FordModelT.net - For Model T Owners & Enthusiasts
How to Set the Timing on Your Ford Model T Here's a simple procedure for checking your ignition timing. It applies to the Ford roller timer, the New Day timer, and most other popular Model T timers.
model t engine timing - The Ford Barn
Oct 5, 2013 · Move the crank clockwise looking at the front of the car until the pin in the pulley is pointing at 9:30 to 3:30. That will give you 15 degrees. The idea is that you want to make sure that the piston is starting the downstroke to prevent kickback. Or .090 inch down if …
Model T Ford Forum: What are the best timing gears?
Is there any trick to changing out the timing gears, such as being threaded on or do they simply pull off? Thank you. I recently replaced the original timing gear with a nylon gear from Tim Foye of Gen III in Mass. Runs silent, and he offers a gear that slightly advances the valve timing ......... that's the one I have..... and am very satisfied.
How to Drive a Ford Model T - Car and Driver
Jul 1, 2009 · Adjust the timing stalk upward to retard the timing, move the throttle stalk downward slightly for an idle setting, and pull back on the hand brake, which also places the car in neutral.
More on Model T Ford Ignition Timing - Model T Central
But, why do some Model T's react differently? The answer is, there are several variable factors such as initial timing advance setting, different spark lever settings, ignition coil adjustment, throttle lever setting and the charge level of the battery.