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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 351
Posted By katy
Re: Wobbly dist—hard to disgnose/fix?

If the whole distributor is wobbling, I would suspect that either the distributor body or the opening in the head are worn, or both.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 454
Posted By katy
Re: Tight Fit for Inner Wheel Bearing

That inner bearing should be a slip fit, not locked on.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 08:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,077
Posted By katy
Re: Sealed beams

Does anyone make 6 volt LED sealed beams?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 118
Posted By katy
Re: Next step?....

Before installing rings in an engine, always, always, measure and adjust (if needed) the end gap on ALL rings before installing them.
When measuring ring end gap, if it's too small one just files...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 454
Posted By katy
Re: Tight Fit for Inner Wheel Bearing

That bearing should be a slip fit, not too loose and not too tight.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-06-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 611
Posted By katy
Re: Polarity tester

Here ya go: https://testbook.com/mechanical-engineering/electronic-ignition-system#:~:text=An%20electronic%20ignition%20system%20operates,fuel%20economy%20and%20reduced%20emissions.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 522
Posted By katy
Re: TRB Overdrive?

Possibly made by TRB Automotive for .................
Need more info, pictures would help.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 09:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 683
Posted By katy
Re: Adjusting timing

One of these helps,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,047
Posted By katy
Re: Different length rear axle shaft threads on either side?

If the axles "spin" inside the hub tapers one won't go very far.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 10:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,047
Posted By katy
Re: Different length rear axle shaft threads on either side?

Steel washer should be special hardened washer, not your garden variety mild steel one.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,196
Posted By katy
Re: powermaster 6 volt alternator install 1928 model a

A segmented (aka link) belt should work. You can adjust the length.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,181
Posted By katy
Re: Stupid question of the day. (maybe the year)

Use some heavy grease to hold the gasket to the block.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,482
Posted By katy
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off

That's why the make/sell adaptors.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 09:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,733
Posted By katy
Re: A perplexing oiling problem - A new one to me!

Check the oil pump and passages. Did you do anything with the pump?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,482
Posted By katy
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off

If I was going to use the solenoid shut off valve I would put it under the dash, not in the engine compartment.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By katy
Re: 1931 Roadster

Which do you have? The roadster or the pickup?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 506
Posted By katy
Re: Ford Tool Identification

Model T tools generally start with a T prefix. I assume Model A are the same but don't know for sure.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,065
Posted By katy
Re: Another carb needs repair

Please report back and let the community know how it worked out. Tnks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2024, 10:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 410
Posted By katy
Re: Looking for production numbers on a Panel Truck

Thanks, a friend had one in the 1950's, it ended up burnt, suspected lightening strike.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2024, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 797
Posted By katy
Re: how to repair top casting on sidebowl carburetor???

This isn't a side bowl, but same problem. It was given to me broken, so I silver brazed it. Made a jig to hold the 2 parts in the proper relationship. Would look better if it was cleaned up and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 976
Posted By katy
Re: Squeal that I can’t pinpoint

Ditto
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 410
Posted By katy
Re: Looking for production numbers on a Panel Truck

I assume those are American numbers, were any panel trucks "Made in Canada"?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-21-2024, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 672
Posted By katy
Re: Babbit replacement

Problem is I don't have any old rods or otherwise to melt the babbit out of.

I know that the "no lead" plumbing solder is fairly hard compared to 50-50 or 60-40 solder.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-20-2024, 10:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 672
Posted By katy
Babbit replacement

Would modern "no lead" plumbing solder work for babbit bearing repairs? Can't find new babbit locally.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-20-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,367
Posted By katy
Re: Dropping the oil pan

Oil? Use modern 10-30.
Suggest that you tie the pan gasket to the pan with light weight thread, cut it and pull it out when the pan is in place.
Ed suggested gasket sealer on the gasket, I never...
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