Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 02:29 PM
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Re: rod nuts...why the odd size?
I will second the addition of adjustable lifters.
I forgot to add that you can probably buy a 21/32 socket at the local auto supply store.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 4
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 158
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 446
Re: rod nuts...why the odd size?
Please do not take this as an insult, but in my opinion you should pull the engine and do a proper job of overhauling it. There is nothing that can replace the missing chunks of bearing besides a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 1
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Re: How to test horn button
Unfold the metal tabs to remove the button. Test it by hooking up an ohm meter from the wire at the end of the rod and the outside of the rod itself. If the button is working the meter should read...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 347
Re: engine stalling
All the above are good comments. Try screwing the idle mixture screw out (counter clockwise) 1/4 turn. The will lean out the idle.
Does the carburetor drip when parked with the fuel on? If so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 546
Re: Stainless Ateel Fords
I would like to see aluminum fenders and hood and seats made lighter, perhaps with some foam like some modern cars. That would save the weight equivalent to a couple passengers. My 1915 Model T had...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 267
Re: testing horn
Put a few drops of light oil on the bearings. Make sure the commutator is clean and the brushes are in good shape. Start with the adjustment screw loosened (counter clockwise) a bit to see if the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 275
Re: Starter issues
All of the above comments are good. Use the electrical grease with the copper in it, available from McMaster Carr. Some people have had good luck putting some low durometer rubber in the switch to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,291
Re: Distilled water
I run 500 psi steam pressure in my coal fired steam locomotive. Which has nothing to do with the subject at hand.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 265
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 571
Re: 1931 Tudor Phaeton
Ask for receipts. Bring a second person with you when you inspect the car, one who is knowledgeable. The 2 door was the deluxe phaeton. If you buy it you will have to commit to finishing it, which...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Distributor rebuild.
Buy a dummy condensor. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/searchm.htm?type=merged&sterm=&searcht=fake+condenser
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,371
Re: Homemade Radiator Mascots
A hood mascot on an F 250 is cute but if the truck hit a pedestrian and they flew up on the hood, I can see a law suit. The new RR's have a retractable flying lady hood mascot for safety. My friend...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 752
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 578
Re: Clutch chatter
The best thing is to take the clutch apart, either by removing the engine or removing the rear end and transmission. It is easier for me to remove the engine because then the clutch is accessable...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2024, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 419
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,704
Re: Tie rod and drag link question ?
Delrin is a much better material in this application than Teflon. It wears much better and does not take a set, but still is low friction.
I changed out to the plastic ball seats because I want...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 778
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…
Something has broken that has caused a shift in the adjustment. Things can still move, but , as J Franklin said, not enough to disengage the clutch. Look at the "clutch activating arm" shown in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,167
Re: Shortened pitman arm
I would not try JB Weld, but you could weld up the ball and then grind it spherical. A special tool is normally used on a lathe to cut a spherical shape. You will have a hard time getting it true...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 778
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…
I don't think there is anything you can do on the road.
There are two likely issues: The lever on the arm that sticks out of the clutch housing may have broken. This is a weak area in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,043
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,291
Re: Distilled water
It all depends on the quality of the water where you live. Where I live the water if fairly free of dissolved minerals. Even though pure water is better at heat transfer than a 50/50 mix of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 416
Re: Can't replace hub after replacing brake pads.
All the above are good suggestions. But also check that the cam (the siding part that pushes out the shoes) is actually sliding. And check to see that the rollers on the shoes are sitting correctly.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 692
Re: Power Loss After Carb Rebuild
I have bought jets that were not drilled to the correct size even though they had the correct number on them. Use small drills to measure the size. Insert the shank of the drill into the hole. ...
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