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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Today, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 438
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: New Shocks vs Rebuilt Shocks

I’ve rebuilt shocks in the past. Fairly successfully…not always
You have to start with something decent to end up with something decent.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2024, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 358
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Zenith 3 Carburetor

Don’t know the quality of the builder….looks like a pro operation.
Good 3 used to go for a lot more than $500.
Most I’ve seen are for side bowls. I think non side bowls are more rare…not sure
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-03-2024, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 966
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Little Dearborn

If you find Superior, tread carefully….they aren’t at all what they used to be!!
If your looking for 180a irons, contact me:
[email protected]. PM not good for me.//
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-02-2024, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Shipping NOS axles

I sent a hefty package to Australia awhile back via FedEx. Got there in about 10 days but price tag was hefty also!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-02-2024, 06:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,602
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Snyder's New Catalog Came...and a Warning!

“buying now if your anticipated part is an oddball.”

It’s not a marketing ploy…it great advice.
Yes..some parts are going the way of the passenger pigeon! Look at what has vanished; I know...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-25-2024, 05:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,227
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: 3 window coupe

Note Obsolete’s phone #…those were numbers 70 years ago or more
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2024, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 773
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: 28/29 vs 30/31 phaeton top irons

Yes deluxe are made from flat stock; not tubular like standard phaetons and roadsters .
Karl Wescott might have some knowledge of the differences in the tubular.
They do not interchange. But like...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-16-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Ford badge

There’s numerous codes for ford “engine” blue. But, mot sure closeness to the Model A badge color.
Also, lots of Ford Blue engine paint available including spray cans.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-16-2024, 06:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Ford badge

I’ve always heard it referred to as “ford corporate blue” and just “ford blue”but can’t find such a reference.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2024, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 490
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Window Felts 1931 Town Sedan

Ayers.
They’re worth it…best A imho
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 490
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Window Felts 1931 Town Sedan

You’re right, I suppose I assumed….we know what that does!! Since most 31 town sedans are slant. I’ve always heard straights were “fordor deluxe.” Looked it up…there were “town sedans” other than...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-10-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 490
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Window Felts 1931 Town Sedan

Yessir! All the slants are a PIA. Plus pulling the panel and all the handles, springs escutcheon…
Man o’ man!!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-10-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Bruce Horkeys wood & parts contact

Last effort…
If a fax machine picks up, try faxing them.
Then no answer move on. Difficulty in contact is a warning
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2024, 06:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,214
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Leaking gas tank

#2 is spot on. You’ve done the right thing with taking stress off the tank.
But , the fix is difficult.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-07-2024, 07:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,562
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Frustration aligning doors in a Fordor Body

Never let perfect get in the way of really really good!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-04-2024, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 891
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: D Nut Hole Punch

For the minimal amount required, you’ll be best served to follow Brent’s info.
Unless you’re doing many, you won’t recoup the outlay.
Also, you need to decide what actual machine/ punch will do the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-28-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,316
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Model A and T Upholsterers

“So what I hear you saying is that we need to make sure Mike is taking a statin and a baby aspirin, and getting his steps in.”

Could be customers need the double dosage?
Better not bite the hand...
Forum: Model-A 03-25-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Slant windshield regulators

Last time to the top…..
Then flea bay or just hold on to them.
Hard. To find decent ones…one pair available
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-24-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Best riding A?

Slant fordor when set up correctly
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-21-2024, 05:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Model A 400

No response as all? Okay
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-19-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Model A 400

Where are you located?
I likely have metal frames without springs, upholstery and wood. All that available
May have slides and some other.
Seeing you are a new user…may not be able to post in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-19-2024, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 930
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: Front fender cracking out

You get the fender back in proper shape off the car. This might include removing previous welds, patches, bends, bad body work,’damage of most any kind. This usually requires body work skills...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-19-2024, 12:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,603
Posted By Oldbluoval
Re: White wall tires

Henry was “his way….or the highway…or worse!”
Forum: Model-A 03-18-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By Oldbluoval
Forum: Model-A 03-18-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By Oldbluoval
Slant windshield regulators

Pair of regulators that fit A400, 68C, front doors of slant fordor and Vicky. These have been professionally restored, new parts as (if) needed and function perfectly. These are as they should be....
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