Re: '39 flathead 6 questions from a newbie

Posted by 39SixSedanMan On 2013/8/21 16:44:49

Crow,
I own a 39 six sedan and yes, all images/history/etc indicate the horn, coil bracket, plug wire bracket, air cleaner bracket and even aftermarket oil filter bracket are mounted with the nut over the bracket. Further, I don't think the studs are long enough for the two nuts necessary to lock the bracket atop the lower nut that would hold the head.

Finally, and for what its worth, I've had the brackets under the head nuts for 15 years with no external or internal leaks.

Hope this helps. You may wish to peruse the Service Letters on this site to see some authentic photos and drawings that confirm this.

Best Regards,
Pat (39sixsedanman)