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Hot Rods Model A spindles

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by sygreaser, Oct 3, 2012.

  1. sygreaser
    Joined: May 5, 2010
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    sygreaser
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    from SO-CAL

    I have Model A spindles and I have small bolt pattern Ford rims.. What brakes can I run on the A spindles that will accept the smaller bolt pattern?

    Thanks guys..


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  2. Volare rotors, but you need to make your own adaptors and brackets.
     
  3. 70's Barracuda (same I know, I just like the word) You use GM Calipers...there are whole or partial kits available.....just google......TCI kits or 37-48 brake kits
     
  4. Model A and 37-48 spindles are different.
     
  5. 296 V8
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    296 V8
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    What exactly are "small bolt pattern Ford rims" and why use model A spindes.
     
  6. I'm "guessing" 5 on 4.5 bolt pattern, and probabley because he has A spindles, even though they are way more expensive to put kingpins in and arent designed for heavier cars.
     
  7. 296 V8
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    why guess
    want help - ideas ........ give all details

    we cant see your car from here
     
  8. sygreaser
    Joined: May 5, 2010
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    sygreaser
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    from SO-CAL

    hey guys sorry for lack of info.. the rims are 5 on 4.5 and the reason im using model A spindles is because i have them and im building my roadster on the cheap. so i was just wondering if theres an easy way to get my rims on those spindles. if not, whats a good set up run on my 37 ford axle?
     
  9. George Miller
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    I done it years ago, if memory is right, had to turn the spindle to fit the GM bearings, and use a spacer, because the spindle is to long.
     
  10. 296 V8
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    You don’t say drum or disc brakes …… but either way you will have it a lot easier and probably less time and cost if you find some 37 - 48 spindles.
     

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