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How-to: Lowering a Ford Model A Hot Rod with No Frame Modifications

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  • Опубліковано 8 вер 2023
  • in this episode we take a look at lowering a Ford Model A without cutting the frame. We try out a model T spring, but will it work?
    our instagram is
    @seattle_speedshop
    @wallingford_hot_rods
    our email is Seattlespeedshop206‪@user-hl3xc4qi2n‬
    Thanks for watching!

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  • @the_art_doctor
    @the_art_doctor 11 місяців тому +6

    I have always loved the no fender, no chop with splash apron look. The extra "weight" of the aprons balances the tall top and gives perfect proportions.

    • @13Clicks
      @13Clicks 5 місяців тому

      Ya I agree... I added them to my roadster also.

  • @donhoughton271
    @donhoughton271 11 місяців тому +6

    The second spring looked great.😊

  • @GeorgesMiniatureCars
    @GeorgesMiniatureCars 11 місяців тому +5

    Love Model A’s and what you’re doing with ‘em! “Rubber rake” lol, first time hearing that but yes I’ve always loved the look of big ‘n littles on early hot rods!
    New sub👊🏻✌🏻🇨🇦

  • @rscruiser3533
    @rscruiser3533 11 місяців тому +3

    I hope Matt you aren't changing you Theme Song to your channel ------ I missed it today ------- The music makes a great introduction when you come on --------- You got the stance looking pretty good there ------- and sounds like you will be running fenders ------ Will see what is up next ----- Have a Good Week ----- Rodney

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  11 місяців тому +1

      Just experimenting with different openings. Hope you have a good week too!

  • @rodderbob
    @rodderbob 11 місяців тому +7

    Experimenting is learning. Hope the viewers appreciate that your having gone through several trial fits attempting to dial in that "just right look" is not uncommon. I've lowered a lot of different old Fords and I'm not sure I've ever done any two exactly alike. Each car, and the chosen theme for that car, requires it's own configuration. Another consideration, this car being an example, once you load it up with upholstery, windshield, fluids, and whatever else, you'll probably gain another 1/2" or so of total drop.

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  11 місяців тому +1

      Yep! Sometimes you gotta let the car tell you what it wants! I didn't cut out the part with the first spring. Because I want people to see that it's not all just 1 and done, like on TV. Thanks for watching Bob!

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  11 місяців тому +1

      Hey @rodderbob, send me your address, sending you a little something for naming Winnie. Seattlespeedshop206@gmail.com

    • @toddbader6104
      @toddbader6104 10 місяців тому

      It's looking great Matt! Same way I've done mine.750 and 450 are the way to go.imo.

  • @incampbellsshoptoday2599
    @incampbellsshoptoday2599 11 місяців тому +4

    Playing the spring dance, in and out a bunch until it finally looks like what you want. It never seems to be a one and done process.

  • @mikelove9832
    @mikelove9832 11 місяців тому +2

    Thanks ! The water injetion guys just did not use water ! Thanks Straight Ahead ✌😎

  • @leoncolyer9420
    @leoncolyer9420 11 місяців тому +3

    Hi guys from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺

  • @Bob-qf4qo
    @Bob-qf4qo 11 місяців тому +3

    Enjoy your channel. You do a good job with show and tell. Know of any 28-29 pick up projects that are for sale

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  11 місяців тому +1

      Not currently. But stuff is constantly coming and going around here.

  • @DuncSargent
    @DuncSargent 11 місяців тому +3

    She's going to turn some heads!

  • @darykoughton5473
    @darykoughton5473 11 місяців тому +3

    Very cool!

  • @hotrodmyk
    @hotrodmyk 11 місяців тому +2

    Looking good Matt!

  • @garycamara9955
    @garycamara9955 7 місяців тому +1

    If you remove and raise the top of the front crossmember you can lower it even more. Just be sure the top of the crossmember is at an angle for positive caster.

  • @MrJeep75
    @MrJeep75 7 місяців тому +1

    I like the 600x16 and 700x16 look

  • @bobhalstead1879
    @bobhalstead1879 28 днів тому

    Reverse the eyes,perform the vern tardell frame step,,remove 2 leafs,create spacer to replace removed springs.,this leaves 2inches clearence if you want to run fenders.

  • @13Clicks
    @13Clicks 5 місяців тому +1

    proper stance boys

  • @donhoughton271
    @donhoughton271 6 місяців тому +1

    Looks good

  • @Bbbuddy
    @Bbbuddy 11 місяців тому +2

    Very informative. Thanks.

  • @jimshotrod2519
    @jimshotrod2519 11 місяців тому +2

    I love the stance, similar lowering to my coupe .What measurement do you have at the edge of the side skirt where it goes flat after the curve as a comparison to mine ? mine is 9" edge to the concrete .Brilliant content for budding traditional hot rod builders

  • @dougs1692
    @dougs1692 11 місяців тому +4

    Looks great to me too. Thanks for NOT putting a 32 grill on the A!

  • @JRMorgan1000
    @JRMorgan1000 11 місяців тому +3

    Hello. I have a '39 coupe. Will a '40 brake drum/hub fit the '39 spindles?? I think they will, just need to verify. Thanks

  • @keithballard-yy5hf
    @keithballard-yy5hf 10 місяців тому +3

    Do you find the stock Model A rear end is usable with hopped up 4 banger and flathead motors? I noticed you have a quick change rear end in your video standing by??

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  10 місяців тому +1

      With anything, it's a case of whether you abuse it or not. I try and be gentle to model A rear ends. I haven't broken one yet. But i don't do clutch dumps on pavement either. I do drive them hard. And put miles on them, but I've never broken one. The other rear end you see is actually just a later flathead v8 rear. Not a quick change. Just replacing an axle in that that broke. (SBC powered). I do plan on going over updating a model A to V8 rear in a future video.

  • @garycamara9955
    @garycamara9955 7 місяців тому +1

    Use a reverse eye spring, good for another inch.

  • @garycamara9955
    @garycamara9955 7 місяців тому +1

    You should step the frame, its good for about 4 inches.

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  6 місяців тому

      Possible future mod! Shhhh... Don't tell anyone 😉

  • @erniehoffer1784
    @erniehoffer1784 11 місяців тому +2

    What is the drop on a 1932 axle? From a Model A.

  • @user-kg4eb7nl5b
    @user-kg4eb7nl5b 11 місяців тому +3

    Matt... just curious , how does a factory Ford suspention & running gear hold up to a set of 60 or 50 series tires ? does it over stress things ?

    • @Seattle_Speed_Shop
      @Seattle_Speed_Shop  11 місяців тому +1

      It will be fine. Your biggest issue will be steering at low speeds.

    • @user-kg4eb7nl5b
      @user-kg4eb7nl5b 11 місяців тому +1

      just a thought as all my experience is with 70s & 8os GMs .... frame s & suspentions are alot heavier & I know big wide tires really load up the components;;; just curious @@Seattle_Speed_Shop

    • @garycamara9955
      @garycamara9955 7 місяців тому

      No it doesn't