Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan

Posted by flackmaster On 2014/10/30 15:22:39

I do not believe there is a "kit" for overhauling - much more in the what is worn should be replaced scenario. There are certain parts, such as synchro's that will likely be replaced, along with the bearings and seals. I can supply many, if not most, of the items you may need, such as NOS synchos which differ from the replacement synchro's offered by one of the major vendors. (I note this due to a second hand report that they did not work well. Second hand report.)
There is a detail of the suggested improvement to the collar at the front of the mainshaft on the site here somewhere, I believe in Jim's 39Super8 archives. Beyond that, it would be a benefit to this community if you might consider separating this effort into a topic such as "Rebulding an R-9 overdrive"