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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-03-2014, 09:09 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 19,895
Posted By TOMS
Re: Clear distributor cap

Mikes has them. Here is a link.

http://www.mikes-afordable.com/product/A12115C.html
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-03-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,152
Posted By TOMS
Re: 3X spark plugs from Amazon

Yep, they do - but really tight.
Thanks Mitch!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-03-2014, 08:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,152
Posted By TOMS
Re: 3X spark plugs from Amazon

I'll try harder. I'm curious too.
Thanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-03-2014, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,152
Posted By TOMS
3X spark plugs from Amazon

I opened the box tonight and tried to unscrew the inner and outer parts with no results. Does anybody know if these plugs are threaded and unscrew apart or are a fakey looking solid piece? I put...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-08-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,741
Posted By TOMS
Motor cheese photo

Is that white cookie-like stuff that forms between the head and block anything to worry about? On this motor, it is continuous on all four sides and reforms in two or three months. I don't know...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-05-2013, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,686
Posted By TOMS
1933 Gasahol

Has this photo been on Fordbarn before? Date is in lower left corner. Ears of corn are hanging from the top of the pumps.
Forum: Model-A 08-26-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,031
Posted By TOMS
Wanted Model AA driver

Friend wants a AA truck in reliable driver condition. Prefers a flat bed. Must have title with correct numbers.

Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-21-2012, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,579
Posted By TOMS
Re: GAV drifts open - all fixed

Thanks for pointing out the friction arrangement inside the carburator. I took the GAV housing out and closed down the four fingers. Also, I reformed the C-clip to provide more friction and all is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-20-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,579
Posted By TOMS
GAV drifts open

Is there an adjustment to add more rotary friction on the GAV? Mine has started to drift open while driving and is causing rich running. Today, the motor started skipping and all plugs were covered...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-05-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,486
Posted By TOMS
New station for non-ethanol gasoline, Florida

Filled up with non-ethanol boat gas at a newly rebuilt station that is not listed on the pure-gas website. It is a US Foodmart at 824 North Dixie Highway in Lantana, Florida.

90 octane was...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-26-2012, 07:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,193
Posted By TOMS
Re: Sticky Float Value in Carburetor

I had one where the gasket between carb top & bottom was too far into the bowl and the float hit it. Sealant build-up etc had to be trimmed back to provide clearance.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,813
Posted By TOMS
Link to old car sales brochures

Here's a link to sales brochures. It includes Model A Fords plus many others.

OOPS link didn't work correctly, I removed it.
Forum: Model-A 02-15-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 980
Posted By TOMS
Wanted right front fender for 31 Closed Cab Pickup

Wanted right front fender for 31 Closed Cab Pickup. Don't need well for spare tire. Don't want fiberglas or fender in bad shape. Nice shiny black paint preferred - all ready to bolt on. Located in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-05-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 105,241
Posted By TOMS
Re: Old Ford Pictures - social group

I found this photo at an antique show today. First try at attaching a photo - hope it works.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-07-2011, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,588
Posted By TOMS
Re: Brakes locked while driving

Mine did that. Fixed it by adjusting brake rod return spring to give more return force.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-31-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,264
Posted By TOMS
Re: Shortened pitman arm

I understand, Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-30-2011, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,264
Posted By TOMS
Re: Shortened pitman arm

I have a tight parking place. Does the shortened arm make it possible to turn the wheel from lock to lock without the A moving? Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2011, 10:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,433
Posted By TOMS
Coil wire

Today I discovered that the high voltage wire between the coil and distributer has 7,000 ohms resistance and is about 14 inches long. Appparently it is for a more modern car with a radio. Is it OK to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-27-2011, 09:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,216
Posted By TOMS
Cost to adjust shims

I suspect the rod & main bearings need to be checked for clearance and have shims adjusted. What is a reasonable charge for this - including oil pan cleaning & new oil? About how many shop hours...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-24-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,471
Posted By TOMS
Re: Light switch question

Thanks for the replies. I didn't know about the upper contact disc.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2011, 04:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,471
Posted By TOMS
Light switch question

I am having trouble understanding what is inside the light switch bulb on the bottom of the steering column on a 31 pickup. I see the disc with contacts and wires attached but what completes the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-20-2010, 11:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,852
Posted By TOMS
Re: Peep mirror: how do I get it to work?

Passenger hinge mirror on pickup wouldn't swing in enough. Not enough swing on the ball. So I used Dremel cutoff wheel and notched the shaft holding the ball to allow more swing. It was easy to do...
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