Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2024, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,954
Re: Tillotson carb
No argument, but a friend running a Weber just had his engine fill with gasoline due to a leaky shut-off valve. So each type have their own issues.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2024, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 875
Re: radiator splashing
I had issues with the 'locking' radiator cap also but liked the looks of the Moto-Meter so I installed a Moto-Meter in a repro stock cap. I use a ⅛" thick cork gasket that I cut. The cork gasket...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2024, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,954
Re: Tillotson carb
Agreed and the Marvels were also available from Sears (Allstate brand) and other vendors (Johnson brand).
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2024, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 883
Re: Pressure plate adjutant
Bratton's has a inexpensive little tool that helps in the adjustment of the pressure plate 'fingers'
https://www.brattons.com/CLUTCH-FINGER-ADJUSTMENT-TOOL/productinfo/11452/
When I adjust my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2024, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 340
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2024, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 625
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 3,052
Re: Car Is Shrinking........
I have shared this numerous times in the past. I made this 'Shifter Bender Tool" to bend mine (and numerous others). You don't have to remove the shifter to use it.
Place the shifter thru the eye...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 3,052
Re: Car Is Shrinking........
I had the same problem. I bent the shifter ~2" to the right (assuming your car is left hand drive)so my leg would clear the steering wheel. Worked great, now I can drive in 1st no problem.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2024, 11:06 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 576
Re: Clutch Housing Crack
Interesting they both cracked in the same location. Now my OCD is going to make me go out and check the ones I have for cracks :rolleyes:.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2024, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,147
Re: Nu Rex ignition switch
Rob, sorry for the confusion. I posted that picture in post #13 and it is incorrect. I have deleted it. Thanks for keeping me honest.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2024, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,561
Re: UPDATE - 61st Annual OCMAFC Pancake Breakfast
I agree. It is so much nicer to see and take pictures when just the Model As are parked together.
FYI, there is also a drop-off on Glassell so she doesn't have to navigate the stairs if that is a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2024, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 488
Re: Original cost of 1931 Sport Coupe?
List price of a 1931 Sport Coupe is $500.00. Bumpers will cost you $12.38 extra. This according to the price list in "The Legendary Model A Ford" book.
You may have to buy a spare tire. My 1930...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2024, 10:50 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,483
Re: "Special" Intake Manifold?
JMO, If that two bladed fan comes apart, there will be a lot more parts that are not original. I think I would change it out and save the original fan.
Nice car tho.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2024, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,477
Re: Westach Ammeters.
Jim, yes i received it but have not had time to install. Life got in the way. Appears to be a very nicely built gauge tho.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2024, 01:38 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,561
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2024, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,155
Re: Engine Number
My Town Sedan is registered with the engine numbers... in California. I doubt it is the same as my frame number but I can't say for sure.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2024, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,952
Re: Beautiful Day To Breakdown !
Are those American Classic Radials? I hope you removed all of the inspection stickers?
I didn't see the inspection stickers inside the tire when I mounted my American Classics. I only became aware...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2024, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,952
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2024, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,473
Re: Recommended Turning Signal Switch
Bert's has one sez made in USA, Made by Signal-Stat. https://modelastore.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=18394&search=signal&description=true&page=2. I have never used it tho, I just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2024, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,782
Re: Second gear
Don't even think of starting the engine with the cover off! If two gears are engaged at the same time your day will go downhill in a hurry...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2024, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,561
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 744
Re: So Cal radiator repair shop
I have not had to use them but a couple of club members recommended La Habra Radiator.
La Habra Radiator
361 W. Whittier Blvd.
La Habra, CA
(562) 690-0144
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,288
Re: A newbie needs help!
Charlie, not always it appears. The number on my engine in my Town Sedan is the number on my pink. My car does not have a "VIN" number like in your picture.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 973
Re: bedix???
I have never had an issue with my modern starter drive. But as a preventative measure I wanted the gear teeth to engage farther into the ring gear so I made this spacer.
The shims Snyder's has are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,561
Re: UPDATE - 61st Annual OCMAFC Pancake Breakfast
Bruce, thanks for the update. The Harbor Area MARC are planning on a caravan of ~10 cars plus a couple of moderns. It is good to know of the change before we get there so I can change my map.
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