Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 930
Re: Differential Pinion Gear Bearing Preload
If you measured that with the drive shaft horizontal, you have to support the end of the shaft, and calculate the resistance of that support.
The bearings are slightly apart and if you add an...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 930
Re: Differential Pinion Gear Bearing Preload
Personally I set the pinion a little less if the bearings are not new. The bearings and races wear into each other and will loosen up some. existing bearings are already seated.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 411
Borg Warner Overdrive
I have a friend that is putting a Borg Warner overdrive in his 31 coupe.
The speedometer cable extension that is with the overdrive is damaged. Does anyone know where we can find a new Speedo...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,565
Re: Electric Model A's
What Countries are those? When we have been out of the country manual shifts have been way more prevalent than Automatics. We have had several Hybrids, which ones are you talking about that have no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 955
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,075
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Re: Favor Parts Supplier
I use Bert's almost exclusively. They only charge actual cost for shipping.
And when everyone is out of some things, you can sometimes get original parts from Steve's 500,000 parts stash.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,244
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,785
Re: Radius Mount Weirdness and Bolts
Yes, just hack through it, then put in new bolts and rod as stated above. It looks like someone used the original style aps with a rubber ball. the rubber ball style has cast iron caps.
FWIW the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 5,372
Re: Woven vs molded linings for cast iron drums
I have three different types on different cars. All with new cast iron drums and a complete brake overhaul. All shoes were arced to the new drums. My roadster has molded linings. My pickup has the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,510
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2023, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,129
Re: Toe-End Gauge
The problem with that is it does not take into account a possible bent wheel.
I believe factory spec allowed up to 1/8 inch runout.
If you measure the same place on each tire, but move the car to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2023, 11:28 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,129
Re: Toe-End Gauge
It is less than 4'. Typical arm stretch is close to 6'.
As I said, lock the tape and then read it. I've been doing it that way for years.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2023, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,072
Re: Ahooga Horn
Poor contact can also cause lack of power, and less horn.
Check the wiring at the horn, one is power, one is ground. If you run a jumper to the ground terminal and ground it on the body or engine,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2023, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,129
Re: Toe-End Gauge
I'm not sure why folks even use a toe in gauge. A simple tape measure will do the same thing, even faster. Measure between the tires 6" above the floor, lock your tape, move the car till that spot is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2023, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,783
Re: Expensive
It depends on how you categorize the hobby. Many consider owning and driving all there is to the hobby. Our club has about 65 model As. I believe there are only three owners that are actively...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2023, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,862
Re: Model A oil filter test
Thanks for posting this. One thing I learned is I will always fill a new filter as best I can when installing. That took a long time to fill.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2023, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,525
Re: Hood paint prep
I paint them with the rods out. Test fit when you are done. If any are tight, just cut a slit in the end of a dowel that is slightly smaller. Put a strip of sandpaper in the slit and chuck it in a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2023, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Re: Brake improvement for Model A's
I have all three types of lining, The original style woven, the soft Molded and the soft Woven that I got from Berts.
The original work great but are too "grabby" and noisy. The soft molded work...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2022, 12:42 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,613
Re: Radiator removal
I always remove the bumper first. It's only two bolts and then you don't have to reach over it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2022, 12:39 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,946
Re: Fuel shut off question
I've had a new shutoff leak as well. Since it is a spring loaded cone valve, I found that if you just push on it a little when you shut it off, at least until it gets worn in, it won't leak.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2022, 10:48 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Re: Any historians?
Actually Ford didn't make any station wagon bodies until 1929.
The Iron Mountain plant had been running for 8 years.
They advertised it as it was the first time you could buy a station wagon that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2022, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,300
Re: Side Mounted Spares
Out of balance, hard ride and the tread pattern is horrible in snow. My Goodyear's are far better. ( Two sets)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2022, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,300
Re: Side Mounted Spares
I have a side mount on my 30 ccpu, with Firestones.
I hate the tires, but no issues fitting them in the well
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2022, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Any historians?
I am looking for information about the Ford Iron Mountain plant. Ford Built the plant in the early 20s and it was to make wood components for the Model T. They also built parts for Model As, and...
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