Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2015, 10:31 PM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Motor Stitching DFW Area
They have 2-3 month waiting list because of their motor rebuilds. We just thought there would be some around that did this type of work when doing other engine work. Model As can't be the only ones...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2015, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,416
Re: Motor Stitching DFW Area
I mentioned that I was supposed to take it to someone that could do the stitching. I was asking about the re-babbitt and rods. When we got it there, they said they wanted to grind it out and braze...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2015, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,416
Motor Stitching DFW Area
Just got motor back - was supposed to be bored for new .040 pistons, but when magnafluxed, they found small crack in block and head, so didn't bore. The mechanic said it was very small and should be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2015, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
Re: WHAT Are These Tools???
Ok, I looked at the tool with the patent on it and it looks like 1917. Anyhow, nothing I would ever use, so I gave it back. Maybe he can do something with it. Thanks for all your help.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2015, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2015, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
Re: WHAT Are These Tools???
Thank you for solving our mystery. What was it used for (Model A, T, etc.?). Any idea when it was made or what it's worth? I am thinking this probably isn't something I need. GGG
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2015, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
Re: WHAT Are These Tools???
Paul,
The tool has 15 stamped on the side and the bell piece is threaded on the inside and has 15 stamped on it. The little pieces (5 each size) are stamped 968 and 107. Each of the ring pieces...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2015, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
Re: WHAT Are These Tools???
Just laid out a tape and hope it helps. Looks like about 18 of the rings, (some are different sizes and are thicker on one side than the other), 10 of the small metal pointed pieces (two sizes - 5...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2015, 02:50 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
Re: WHAT Are These Tools???
Sure had a lot of people look at this, but only one guess. Maybe this isn't something I need??? Come on guys - someone out there knows what this is. Found a few numbers stamped on the large tool, but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2015, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,385
WHAT Are These Tools???
A friend found these still in a wooden box in a barn. Are they Model A or Model T block boring tools? Looks like everything is here - no empty sections in the box. We were thinking of buying them...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2015, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,045
Re: Block and Head Crack Repair in FW Area
Haven't gotten a price for stitching and milling. Will be Monday before I can check with them. Haven't had a chance to check the numbers to see if they match the frame and title. Will be Tuesday or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2015, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,045
Re: Block and Head Crack Repair in FW Area
What will the 5.5 head (high compression I assume), do for us? We're trying to learn as we go, so some of this is a little over our heads. The head on it looks like it is an original on the car and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2015, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,045
Block and Head Crack Repair in FW Area
1928 Tudor - :eek: just got bad news from mechanic. He was going to bore the block for new pistons, and found a crack in the exhaust port in the block back towards the cylinder and one in the head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Re: Crank ground size vs new insert rod size
Got it fixed. Thank you very much. Also, found a place in Denton, TX (gonna skin us alive for the money), but at least they are experienced with As and they know what they are doing. I think we are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Re: Crank ground size vs new insert rod size
Thank you everyone. It is our first time to work on a Model A. Helping our daughter with her 1928 Tudor. We have a 1930 pickup that's been in our barn for over 40 years. Figured we had better get...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2015, 11:06 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Crank ground size vs new insert rod size
Hi every one. We are new and I have been designated to post - hence - gogrannygo. Trying to figure out how to post. We have a 1928 tudor and the motor completely out and disassembled. The mechanic is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2015, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 173
Views: 158,964
Re: Welcome To The New Ford Barn!
Hi every one. We are new and I have been designated to post - hence - gogrannygo. Can't figure out how to post. We have a 1928 tudor and the motor completely out and disassembled. The mechanic is...
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