Re: Close Call In the Clipper

Posted by Jim McDermaid On 2014/3/27 11:19:41

One time I was starting my 22 Model T Ford which uses a Bendix device on the starter. Just as it kicked over it backfired and jammed the bendix and ring gear so tight I couldn't hand crank the engine, or turn it by pushing the car backwards.

I finally unbolted the starter and released the jam with no visible damage to either the bendix or ring gear and it has been starting perfectly ever since which is going on about five years.

Keep your fingers crossed.

As the gear part of the Bendix travels forward to engage the ring gear I can see how a sudden stop could thrust it forward on the fast threads on the starter shaft. There is a little friction pin in the Bendix that is suposed to make it harder to slide around on its own which is certinally a little loose on my old model T.

Jim