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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 941
Posted By joncrane
Re: Not even a Ford pulling

Henry rode to his eternal resting place in a Packard. Paybacks are hell.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-25-2024, 03:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,124
Posted By joncrane
Re: Pace maker and the Model A

I have heard of issues with Model T Magnetos and Pacemakers. Never anything regarding an A which operates on a battery/coil ignition.. Never heard of an actual documented problem with either...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-17-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 476
Posted By joncrane
Frozen clutch disc

I need to free up a clutch that sat for a year without being depressed. I took off the cover and greased the throw out bearing. Bearing moves back and forth but Clutch disc does not disengage. ...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 08-29-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 603
Posted By joncrane
Split rims how tight

I recently had my wheels respoked (21" split rim). I am mounting the rims on the felloes with 4 lug nuts per wheel. Rims do not want to go up tight against the steel felloe. How tight should the...
Forum: Model-T 02-28-2023, 09:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 731
Posted By joncrane
WANTED K R Wilson Engine Stand

WANT TO PURCHASE K R Wilson model A/T EngineStand with base and caster wheels. Ideally somewhere in the midwest where I can pick it up Jon Crane Rochester Mich [email protected]
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-14-2022, 08:55 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,070
Posted By joncrane
Re: Extended Cab Pickup

Ron Kelly had an extended cab with a rollbak on it and "built" A engine. very very nice. His wife was trying to sell it earlier this year.
Forum: Model-A 10-11-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 515
Posted By joncrane
Model A Ford ADs

Wanted

Original Model A Ford Ads from magazines, 1928 - 1931. Would like to add to my collection.
Jon Crane
[email protected]
248 650 8000
Forum: Model-A 04-02-2022, 04:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 599
Posted By joncrane
Model A Ford ADs

Looking for magazine ads related to Model A Fords. Will buy one or many. Jon Crane
Rochester Mich
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-17-2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,768
Posted By joncrane
Re: Having trouble getting new Miller-Cragar setup to run

1. Timing must be advanced much more than an A. Google Timing a Ford B Distributor. You cannot set the timing with the pin.
2. Also be certain you have a B timing cover. The pin location is...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 08-09-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,978
Posted By joncrane
Re: 1927 T Roadster

I rarely drive my 24 T over 35mph (estimated-no speedo). Always on local roads with long stopping distances. Yes it will do 45, but remember, you are in a 100 year old car with wood wheels, wood...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-29-2021, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,107
Posted By joncrane
Re: Kudos for Bratton’s

We are very fortunate to have a network of GREAT suppliers. Brattons, Langs, Snyders are my favorites although I am certain there are others. Fed Ex makes them even better!
Jon Crane
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-19-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,316
Posted By joncrane
Re: photo on new Snyder catalog

Don Snyder
You took all the fun out of it with your practical explanation. I liked the theory of the "floating" model A. Either an extraterrestial or Model A equipped with flubber!

Oh, did I...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 03-31-2021, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,004
Posted By joncrane
Tudor wood plans

We are endeavoring on rewooding a 26 tudor. Does anyone know a source of plans? Wood there is in tough shape so it will be difficult to use it as patterns. May just wing it. Suggestions?
Thank...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-17-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 12,139
Posted By joncrane
Re: Model A Town Car?

My Town Car Story
I was 13 years old and a member of the NJ Model A Club out of Eatontown NJ. It was a MAFCA club. I lived in Pt Pleasant Beach NJ and found a Model A Town Car alongside a shed at...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 03-16-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,033
Posted By joncrane
Re: Ford Piquette Avenue - Model T Museum

A new video regarding the Piquette Plant. Restoration of the floor beams. Very interest
https://vimeo.com/523208789/eceea8389aing.

Hope you enjoy it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-17-2021, 09:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,227
Posted By joncrane
Re: Model A Aircraft Kit

Pietenpol airplanes are displayed at the T Museum in Richmond, Ind and also at the A museum at the Gilmore in Hickory Corners, Mi. Either location should have additional information.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-14-2021, 03:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,108
Posted By joncrane
Re: Station wagon wood

Agree Sounds like the station wagon was finished with an interior varnish/poly.
Best Marine varnish I have ever used is Epipanes. Expensive but with many coats it lasts and lasts. Read the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,073
Posted By joncrane
Re: Pop out key

I agree with contacting Dick Crabtree. He knows the pop out locks and can make a key for a fair price. Great service,
Jon
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-11-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,879
Posted By joncrane
Re: Antique aooga horn repair shop

contact Jim Diehl
2534 Duffy Drive
Cadillac Mich
49601

He rewinds horn armatures and does other repairs.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-09-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,273
Posted By joncrane
Chuck Yeager

Guys
Go to the HAMB website and read the Eulogy regarding test pilot Chuck Yeager. Also the comments as he drove a Model A with a neat story. Trying to figure out how to import the writeup and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-29-2020, 07:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,993
Posted By joncrane
Re: MAFCA Puzzle

How do you change the number of pieces?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-13-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,362
Posted By joncrane
Re: wtd- wood worker Philly area

Look around the Jersey Shore for a boat builder. They are good with curved sections of wood and fitting unusual joints.

Jon Crane
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 10-08-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,139
Posted By joncrane
Re: Ignition Switch Problems

Ben Martin is the man! He has rebuilt two for me and both came back better than new, powder coated and working like a champ.
Ben is in Georgia and most pleasant to talk with.
Jon Crane
Forum: Model-A 09-06-2020, 02:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 529
Posted By joncrane
Wanted Model A Carburetor Book

Looking for a copy of the book " Rebuilidng the Model A Carburetor the Rex Reis Way" Thank you
Jon Crane
[email protected]
Forum: Model-A 08-11-2020, 01:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 532
Posted By joncrane
Book Wanted

Wanted: Book by Gordon Bigger titled "RESTORING THE MODEL A & B CARBURETOR THE REX REHEIS WAY"

Jon Crane
[email protected]
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