Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2022, 05:52 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2017, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 7,134
Re: New hi compression heads
Last week we had a customer’s new Snyder’s 5.5:1 head shipped directly to the machine shop. We were there when the machinist opened the UPS box. The spark plug holes were tapped to a taper and had...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2017, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,805
Re: Engine Overheating
I think you have a cooling problem, not a fuel problem. This high speed overheating characteristic has been observed with inadequate replacement radiators. If your radiator passes the flow test...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2016, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 51
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Re: Battery Tenders?
I use a Battery Tender brand unit connected 24/7. These are automatic battery maintainers and you can monitor their activity by the red and green leds. A local storage battery manufacturer claims...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2016, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 6,024
Re: transmission shift lever
Club member had a shift lever break on a recent tour. He was able to nurse it home with some gentle, judicious shifting. The rebuilt tower was less than 6 months old. Snyder's acknowledged the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2016, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,828
Re: Cider Mill T and A show
Here are a few. That Town Car belongs to a member of our club. If you need images of specific details I can probably get them. PM me.
John
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2016, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 8,444
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-04-2016, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,828
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2016, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 7,091
Re: Garmin GPS in Model A
The ARKON model GN079WD replacement suction mounting pedestal for Garmin products has a 3-Inch arm. It mounts conveniently on the gas tank and positions your GPS device at the level of the dash rail....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2016, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,694
Re: Connecticut 1928 License Plates
During the Model A era Connecticut produced license plates with a blue background on even numbered years and red background on odd numbered years. Presumably, it was an effort to allow police to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-30-2016, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,694
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2016, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,694
Re: Connecticut 1928 License Plates
For the do-it-yourselfer, Rustoleum Painter's Touch brand midnight blue is very close for a background color (available from art stores). Model Master brand light ivory makes for a nicely aged look...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2015, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,019
Another Power Inverter
I know there have been quite a few threads about Power Inverters and here’s another one. A friend recently purchased a ’30 Pickup from Pennsylvania with the pictured inverter bolted under the seat. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2015, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,916
Re: 7/16" square brake wrench
What you seek is a machinist's lathe tool post wrench. There are some available on eBay in various sizes, at least 3 are 7/16".
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2015, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,216
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2015, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 12,264
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2015, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 10,241
Re: Mouse-Proofing
The mice seemed to hoard D-Con under the back seat of my Fordor in the long New England winter. Probably ate their fill and saved the rest for later.
I've had luck with a deterrent called Mouse...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2015, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,883
Firewall Stamping
While doing an engine swap in a ’30 Sport Coupe we noticed a curious feature on the firewall. There is a stamping on the [USA] passenger’s side of the firewall directly under the choke rod. It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2015, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,977
Re: Engine Rebuilder near NYC
We have installed three Model A engines and a many flywheels rebuilt by J & M Machine in Southborough MA. Their attention to detail and close tolerances make for a strong Model A engine with minimal...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2014, 10:56 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 9,634
Re: shocks
Just received my set of 4 shocks from what Bill claims will be his final manufacturing run. He wants to retire to KY. I sent a deposit to get on his list 7 months ago. Final cost: $1100 for 4, plus...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2014, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 10,349
Re: wireless lower plate
Make sure the copper contact in your lower plate does not move relative to the steel backing plate. Remove the lower plate, hold it in a vice by the steel base and try to wiggle the copper contact...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2014, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 23
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Re: Brumfield Heads
My local Model "A" mechanic phoned Brumfield 6 months ago to order a head. He learned that they lost their foundry and are seeking a new one. No results yet.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2013, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 11
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Re: A&l
A&L is primarily a manufacturer of high quality reproduction Model A parts. They supply lots of parts to Snyder's and Bratton's. They are not really set up for retail.
They are located in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2012, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 12,385
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2011, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,532
Re: Short Spark Plug Connection ?
Champion W18 and W16Y plugs are taller than Motorcraft plugs resulting in a shorter distance to the distributor terminals. The repro wires seem to cover the distance with the proper spring tension...
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