WTB - 1931 Buick Model 8-96-S tools

[31Buick96S]

I am looking for a hand engine starting crank and jack for my 1931 Buick Country Club Coupe. Thanks in advance for any help and advice anyone can supply.

Edited October 18, 2022 by jdtaylor65@hotmail.com (see edit history)

[Hubert_25-25]

This is what the jack handle looks like - with dimensions - up thru 1928.  No listing for 1929.  

 

[31Buick96S]

Thank you for the response Hugh. My car has the 344 straight eight. The nose of the crank looks it would require a handle with a pin across the end to engage the ears on the crank. I"ll see if I can get a clear picture of it and post it hear later. 

[Rock10]

344 wow.  And they hand cranked them?

[drovak]

I can get dimensions and photos of the crank for my '31 Series 80 (presumably the same as your 90, since we share the same engine) if that will be helpful. 

[Mark Shaw]

A hand crank for a large series straight 8 engine is totally unnecessary.  

Jog the starter or pry on the ring gear to set timing etc.  

Just don't ever try to start it with a hand crank unless you want a hernia...

[drovak]

Even with the plugs pulled, turning my engine over with the crank is rather challenging. Actually, once it's moving, it's quite easy, but it's overcoming the static friction that's so challenging.

[Rock10]

That's a big motor. Sad there probably aren't too many out there.

[31Buick96S]

drovak,

If it's not too much trouble, pictures and some dimensions would be great! Thank you for your offer.🙂

[31Buick96S]

Mark,

I mainly want to put together the tools that would have come with the car for my own satisfaction.  I spoke with Charlie Halpin the other evening about hand tools, but jacks and cranks aren't in his wheelhouse. I won't be trying to actually start this beast with a hand crank.☺️

[drovak]

The crank diameter is 0.81". 

 

The pin diameter is 0.31", and is 1.25" long. 

 

The pin center is located 0.53" from the end of the crank. 

 

 

 

 

[31Buick96S]

Thank you, I appreciate the help.😊

[edinmass]

The hand crank is only there to static set the points and timing. It was was never intended to start the car. Not sure if a big Buick uses a single or dual points set up. With dual points, you must be able to set the static timing or you would be in a hopeless situation. The jack and tool guy at Hershey next to the pedestrian bridge usually has a bunch for sale……..maybe buy two of them from him and machine or weld up what you need. That way it will look reasonably correct.

[tcslr]

Dual points. As Edinmass said, handy to set points etc. I can’t even imagine cranking that monster start. I’ll send the original drawing. It is easy to fab.