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Expert: - 11/3/2010


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trying to pull flat head off my 29 model a. just got car have worked on this type of engine in the past,had to pop head loose with comp, of engine. this one wont try to lift.soaked all studs with pb buster for 2 days,  any ideas?

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Yes, I wrote this up some time ago.  You just have to stick with it and worry it off.  I will look for my earlier write up and send it to you.  Get 6 or 8 putty knives and several screw drivers and work the head off. Use some blocks of wood to slip in so you don't pinch a finger.  Another trick is to stuff some soft rope in on top of the piston and turn the crank to force the head up. Take your time and stick with it.  Everyone has this prob.  Good luck and let me know how you make out.
Jack

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Expertise

Only repair type questions on the 1928-1931 Ford Model A.

Experience

Owned one when I was 15 yrs old, and now have owned 5. Still own and play with 2 of them.

Organizations
Oakleaf region of MARC. Model A Restorers Club. I have put several Model A videos on the Oakleaf site that may be of help. Things like how to start the A, how to Time it, how to troubleshoot it.. Go to oakleafregion.org and you will find them. jack

Publications
"More than you need to know about cars." Just a small book for Car Nuts. Blurb.com "Model A Ford Tips and Hints" Blurb.com 2010 Many Model A movies that can be found on youtube.com/jackbahm

Education/Credentials
BSME LSU, 1958, Masters of automotive engineering from the Chrysler Institute of engineering, 1960, MBA Mich State, 1976. Worked as an engineer at Chrysler from 1958 to the end of 1991.

Awards and Honors
Two patents while working in auto industry.

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