Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2016, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,398
Re: Alignment "checker"
Bill is correct the steering wheels have a master spline, and can only be put on one way. Also, the tape may tell the driver has an alignment problem, but more likely what he feels thru the steering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2016, 04:21 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,662
Re: Speedometer lube
http://www.modelahouse.com/tech/spee...r/fischer.html (http://www.modelahouse.com/tech/speedometer/fischer.html)
wmws-I used the above article to completely rebuild my speedometer several years...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2016, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,577
Re: Hot soak? No, not in the tub :)
After the first incident, you found the points gap had closed up a little and re-adjusted them. Not uncommon, rub blocks do wear.
Then after the second incident, you found the points gap too wide. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2016, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 6,420
Vendor Shock Absorbers
Our club held its monthly tech session yesterday on Model A shock absorbers. One of our very knowledgeable members conducted it. He usually uses one of the handful of rebuilders in the country, as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-10-2016, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,384
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2015, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,703
Re: Helping dad with his speedster
I remember the first time my daughter helped me with the Fordor. The project that day was cleaning and re-greasing the front wheel bearings.
I talked her through it. Loosen lug nuts, put car up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-24-2015, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 5,225
Re: Oil Filler Tubes Baffles Adjustment
I am puzzled why you would think the oil filler tube might be a cause of you oil link problem. Unless you are thinking the baffles are not allowing back pressure to flow.
I think you have a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2015, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,475
Re: Noblitt-Sparks & Arvin
Bob - Thank you for the history lessen. I enjoy reading about the manufacturers that supported the automotive companies from that era.
This will make a good future article for our club's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2015, 02:23 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,586
Re: Onward with the radiator repair
CarlG - Please tell me your source for this style clamp. (I hope it isn't: "They are only available in Alaska.")
Tried doing a search, but not find them yet.
Thanks,
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2015, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,379
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2015, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 11,458
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2015, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 16,944
Re: Secret Tips
I am not trying to rain on any party.
Just trying to save a life! I have been a reloader for over 50-years, and have seen what over-pressure can do.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2015, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,083
Re: Timing gear teeth...??
cj5 - What you have stated " that is the width of the teeth and not the diameter of the gear" isn't making sense to me.
After talking to Dan McEachen (the who makes oversize gears); he states the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2015, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 16,944
Re: Secret Tips
WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!!
Under NO circumstances should the suggestion in response #57 be attempted (using the 22-cartridges). You have absolutely no control over pressures that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2015, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,673
Re: Terne Metal Fuel Lines
I was curious myself; I Google'd terne metal, and found it has excellent corrosion resistant qualities when in contact with petroleum products. It also works well when roll formed because of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2015, 10:07 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,762
Re: Please Drive that Model A.
I agree with driving the Model A. Some antique cars just are not drive-able. They can be difficult to operate, have a low top speed that doesn't co-exist well with today's traffic, and are hard to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2015, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,972
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2015, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,051
Re: Gasket for a Snyders 6:1 HC Head
a-bone - Ken's answer was simply to suggest talking to the vendor (in this case Snyder's) since they produce the high compression head, and should be able to recommend the proper head gasket. Many...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2015, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,002
Re: Driving Miss Daisy
I drive a Fordor; so it is very easy to get in the front or the back. But my wife won't ride in the back unless (like mention above) there are two couples.
I always tell her to ride up front with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2015, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 6,417
Re: I think Mr. Ford is leaving us...
Below is part of an article I wrote for our club's newsletter. It came from a book written about Henry Ford by an author whose name I am forgetting. It gave me a more realistic interpretation of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2015, 06:52 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,992
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2015, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,992
Pilot Bearing
What is the diameter of the transmission input shaft where the flywheel pilot bearing goes.
I am not having any luck finding this info in my material.
Thanks,
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2015, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 10,939
Re: Oval Speedometer/Odometer Question
Vin-Tin - Its not top secret, but the info is in a Word document that I have not been successful putting here.
I originally downloaded it from a chapter's web site in Oregon (I think). I would be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2015, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 10,939
Re: Oval Speedometer/Odometer Question
PRG999 - It is very likely that a gear on the speedometer is not meshing. It could be one of several that ultimately drive the odometer. Also, the reset knob that allows you to reset the trip...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2015, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,112
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