Need some help here. Anybody know what the correct track width (total number of inches from the right front brake backing plate to the left front brake backing plate) on a 1931 Ford Model A. Speedway sells axles in various widths. What is the correct width to use. Thanks Specs
I've got one out back ( not sure if it's a '31 persay) but I'll take a measurement for you in the morning.
You are talking apples and oranges ... The axles are measured from the kingpin to the kingpin. NOT backing plates. A lot of rodders use a 46 inch axle ... under Model A's. I use a 48 inch under both of my 32's ... and as you can see ... the tires/rims are up under the fenders. Also ... the type of brakes you run affect the total width of the axle. Early Ford drum brakes set the wheels inward a little more than MOST disc brake setups ...
Kingpin centers look like 49 3/4". Spring perch centers 36" +/- Flat part of backing plate under kingpin is 50 1/2"+/-. Hope this helps.
Message to Deuce Roadster. Thanks for the axle info. By the way, keep that vicious dog of yours at bay. He/she looks like a real man killer. Thanks again. Specs