Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2024, 09:49 PM
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Views: 854
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2024, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 599
Re: Water Pump Options
Thodge, if you like tinkering with things then rebuild your old pump. I like to spend as much time driving my "A" and try to minimize having to fixing or repairing things. I have had a leakless pump...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2024, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 885
Re: radiator splashing
I am assuming you know the cooling system is non-pressurized so the only way coolant can come out of the cap is because of a poor seal. It is also possible the overflow tube is too short. It should...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,700
Re: Car will not start
If you had your exhaust intake manifold combined machined flat do not use the rings before installing the maifold. Use a A9433B gasket dry. If the counter bored holes in the block and manifold are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2024, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,226
Re: Leaking gas tank
MadMac, I am an engineer and hold a patent that involves the use of an epoxy resign. This experience required doing an exstensive amount of research involving different types of resigns. Epoxy is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 10,766
Re: Misfire mystery
Change the condenser. The present one might be randomly breaking down with change in temperature.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,772
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 995
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 10:06 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 990
Re: Holes not lined up on Universal Housing
You have 7 of the 8 fasteners securely installed which makes the clam shell function per design intent. Rather than struggling with making the one misaligned hole accept a bolt I would use the outer...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2024, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 633
Re: Timing gear cover
Go get another cover. Don't waste your time welding, brazing, or yuck puckying with JB Weld. These are all band aids.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 621
Re: front brake won't retract enough
The arc or outer curvature of the shoes must match the the OD of the drums. Remove the shoes and compare them to the drum. If the shoes are larger they will need to be sanded down until they match...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,044
Re: Deep knocking sound
I would check the timing gear. Do the timing gear check using the timing pin or a wood dowel. Remove the timing pin and run engine at idle. Insert the pin end back in hole and lightly press pin...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2024, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 995
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2024, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 356
Re: radiator core
Try Maine Radiator, Lewiston, ME. They manufacture alll types of cores. I have one of their's and it appears to be excellent quality made New England USA.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2024, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,591
Re: LED headlight bulbs
My 31 is equipted exclusively with 6V led lights, including headlights and 3rd brake light. My generator is a stock 6volt generator with a voltage regulator in place of the stock cutout. I buy 6volt...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2024, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,409
Re: New Radiator Opinions
I own a radiator core made by Maine Radiator Manufacturing in Lewiston, Maine. My local radiator shop removed the upper and lower cans from my old radiator and installed a new core from Maine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2024, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,833
Re: Wishbone question
This a guess on my part but just thinking about how the wish bone was fabricated originally.
The wish bone is a weldment consisting of several forged details. The main tubes appear to be rolled and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-06-2024, 10:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 993
Re: Rod alignment
One of my professors in engineering school told us a story about the meticulus aircraft mechanic aboard an aircraft carrier during WWII. He would paint the tips on prop engine planes white. In order...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2024, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 801
Re: Headlight Wire Terminals
The following instruction is how I connected my lights:
1. The wires exiting the wiring harness to your light should have male bullet ends as received. If not, solder on A-14486 male bullet ends to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2024, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,237
Re: striping
I used a self employed professional who works on high end dealership and autobody repair cars requiring striping. I gave him my painted gas tank to do the striping on the inside before assembling the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2024, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,549
Re: Stainless valves problem
Agree with nkaminar. The suggested interference check could indicate the valve length is incorrect. This would cause bending. Your engine is a stock engine I would go with using good quality standard...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2024, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Re: Damaged Babbitt
If you intend to drive your A a few hundred miles a year then patch it. If you plan on driving it a lot more I would go for a rebuild or as suggested a new Burtz. The Babbitt is indicating it's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2024, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,769
Re: drilling on powder coated surface
I agree with some of the posts that vote against using powder coating. It is not a durable coating for your application. It can easily chip and is not successfully repairable with paint.
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Forum: Model-A
12-31-2023, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 219
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2023, 10:30 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,538
Re: Suddenly running rough
You might have a cracked cap where the electrical path for #2 conductor is fractured internally. Also check the gap between the rotor and the cap contacts which should be .020". If there is a large...
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