I bought a new engine to put in my 14 T runabout while I rebuilt the original engine , but it doesn't fit. The large Flywheel/ Fan hits the radiator? I have a 24 T engine that also need to be rebuilt.Ha Ha
Have you tried turning it around with the flywheel at the other end?
Yes, But the car only goes backwards. Darn it.
Well, if you've got a good radiator, just cut the diameter of the fan blades down or leave it off entirely. If if runs hot, just mount a pusher electric fan to the outside of the radiator. Of course, you'll need to power the pusher fan with a 12 volt battery.
I see the real problem Mark! The manifolds are backwards!
Just turn the exhaust upside down and use a chunk of flex...and invert the intake, may need a fuel pump tho'
Better yet. Get a car that fits the motor. ;^)
Thanks Gary. Would you happen to have a 1907 Ford Model N Chassis and body laying around that you want to sell ?
Looks like old Henry was way out ahead of his time on this one. "Beehive" type valve springs are often used in modern engines for higher speeds. The different diameter coils have different natural frequencies, so it tends to dampen out spring surge.
Henry must have had great expectations of speed from his Model N!
A lot of NRS parts have been on eBad lately. Most by one vendor, and most were pricey. I have not seen a frame yet, however. I suspect there are more parts around for them than one might expect. If I had an engine like that, I would start hanging around the EFR bunch.
Drive carefully, and enjoy, W2
He has a frame for sale too: http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-MODEL-N-R-S-1906-1907-1908-FRAME-/130785444192
I think your valves are stuck!