Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 10:06 AM
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Re: Cleaning the radiator
Keith True,
Great tips and likely my problem with this original 97 year old radiator. I have always wondered what they rod radiators with. Cool.
How do I know if I have a problem (obviously, if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 13
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Re: Steering Wheel Slop
King pings have zero lateral movement with rocking wheels at 12 and 6 o'clock.
The spindles in their bushings move vertically, up and down, <1/64"
All four u-bolts are tight. Front spring is new...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,417
Re: Cleaning the radiator
Katy, there is no Thermostat. Fairly stock, all parts of car.
I have been messaged and included pics so ya'll could help.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,417
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,432
Re: Steering Wheel Slop
What do you do with 3" of steering slop in a two-tooth steering box?
I have replaced all the tie rod and drag link springs and cups with the teflon mod.
The balls were mostly round, .0005-.0050...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,417
Re: Cleaning the radiator
How do you measure engine temperature?
First of all, I want to say a big thank you to all of the knowledgeable experts that have commented on this forum. There is tremendous knowledge amongst you,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,906
Re: will not idle
I do not know. I think it is the stock fly wheel. Everything else on her is stock. How would one determine that?
And, what are u thinking?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2024, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,906
Re: will not idle
Big Hammer, thanks for the experienced tip. I appreciate it.
I am new and learning, only owned a Model A for a few months.
I started a thread one time and I received several hotlinks where...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2024, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,906
Re: will not idle
I have a New Idle Question in this thread about idle problems.
Engine starts easy, runs well, idles a low enough RPM sound. But, when I let OFF the accelerator for shifting, after revving the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2024, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,279
Re: Leakless Water pump
I am preparing to change my radiator. As I read I notice that the vendors say the "impeller should be cut-down" to slow the flow rate and prevent overflowing. And, this is required for reproduction...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,275
Re: Service Brake Cross Shaft
On Bert’s Model A parts, they sell a nylon bushing and they suggest it can be cut and placed in hot water to soften it. They say the bushing can then be slipped over the cross shaft. Does anybody...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Electrical Fuses
Why not use a breaker instead of fuse?
Slow-blow and fast-blow breakers are available of good quality for waterproof DC systems
https://a.co/d/3M5OlbY
They come in 30,A, 40A, 50A, 60A
It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,944
Re: Fuse blowing
Fuse vs Circuit Breaker
As I read this thread about all the fuses that blow, what is the prevailing theory on using an automotive DC 30 amp current breaker?
Pulling fuses every night has been...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 03:10 PM
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Replies: 9
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Holes not lined up on Universal Housing
I purchased a early 1930 Coupe, oval speedometer. The engine has been swapped for an April 1929 motor prior to my ownership. Alas, the former owner passed away and his wife has little knowledge of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 10,586
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 10,586
Re: How to grease leaf springs?
The Ford Model "A" Instruction Book for the 1930 year on page 35 says:
Care of Springs
The springs should be lubricated occasionally with oil or graphite. This will restore the original...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2024, 10:15 PM
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Replies: 2
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E-brake Backing Plate Welding
On my new 1930, I am rebuilding the brakes. The E-brake backing plate shaft housing, the emergency brake toggle lever, and its two bushings have all seized. The shaft has sheared off its welds to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 10,336
Re: Misfire mystery
Fairlane514,
I wonder if the leakdown test would have been positive with the bent valves. It sounded mechanical to me, your backfiring. If the test were positive, it would have at least saved you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2024, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 136
Views: 10,336
Re: Misfire mystery
Sounds mechanical to me, not electrical. Particularly if you can here it at tailpipe. Perform a leakdown test on all four cylinders. It is a simple test similar to compression. That will test your...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2024, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Model A parts
Are the fenders still for sale?
I am bringing a Huckster back to its glory?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2024, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 623
Re: Spark Advance/Retard Mechanism
Very helpful and explanatory. This, therefore, explains why the upper plate is not fixed and is allowed to move. It is the movement over decades that can cause the jumper wire to fray.
Therefore,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2024, 12:20 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 623
Spark Advance/Retard Mechanism
I am new to Model As.
I am curious as to what is the mechanism for how the lever changes the spark timing?
The distributor is mechanically controlled by the cam. The rotor is set in timing the...
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