whats happening guys my FIL just procured a very nice 29 Chevy Sedan. Went out crusing the local scenery with MIL and BAM! 15 minutes out I got a call. Well, wont bore you with details but the Ring and Pinion gears are munched - ring is riveted to the diff case though - anyone know a shop in Socal that would service (ie replace/rivet new gear) or have new old units for sale? The spider looks good but the ring and pinion are gone thanks in advance! this is my first pre 40 project and need some help
If the '29 is anything like the '28 Chevrolet rear, they are infamous for being weak. You'll most likely have to find another to replace the bad one (and you're buddy will REALLY have to take it easy on the go-pedal). However, if he'd like to update the rear and keep the original look with the 6 lug artillery wheels (probably has them), you can use either a Toyota 4Runner or Nissan pickup rear- same width, same pattern, just need to run the hydraulic lines.
If you are committed to running an original rear end (which are known as having weak axles...) try posting an ad in the "Parts wanted" section of the VCCA. Someone out there will be willing to help you out. Good luck! -dave http://vcca.org/forum/ubbthreads.php/forums/26/1/PARTS_Wanted
I just checked and it must have sold- thought I had the item info saved, but didn't. What does your father-in-law want to do with the car? That might dictate which direction you go.
this guy might have one ?http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=588806&highlight=27+chevy
He is Winemaker on here - I just got him signed up a week or so ago. He just scored it about a month ago - it had been pretty well restored with exception to the drive train and I believe he wants to keep it as much original as possible (I've been trying to coax him the way of hoppin her up a bit but he don't seem at all that interested) Its ok - its his car! maybe with some more time on here Ill be able to nod him that way for now we're trying to get him back on the road since his maiden voyage with Mom left him on the side of the road with a rear end grenade!!