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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-31-2024, 08:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 572
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Clutch chatter

Flywheel probably has grease or oil on it. Flywheel needs to be cleaned!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-31-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 572
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Clutch chatter

The FLYWHEEL has probably has oil or grease on it. Needs to have oil products cleaned OFF.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-19-2024, 10:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 587
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: 1931 Model A not turning over

Turn ON HEADLIGHTS! If they don't work start checking the battery and connections.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-14-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,081
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: getting into the Rumble Seat

I have available, for rumble passengers, DISPOSABLE PAPER SHOE SLIP ONS!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-29-2024, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,422
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Interested Dash information

Striking wood matches to light their smokes!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-07-2024, 09:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Motor shuts down

Your condenser MIGHT be going BAD. Also check the POINT GAP!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-23-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,467
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Won't run

Long shot BUTtry removing the RED wire from the coil and providing a JUMPER wire to the distribution from the coil. I had a problem with an ignition switch that had a intermittent open!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-26-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 945
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Spark plug adapter

I punch out the porcelain center of an OLD spark plug. I us a compression tester with a rubber tip.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-06-2022, 09:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,159
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Body shims

Maybe you should remove ALL body blocks and shims and see how the body alignment sits. Checking body blocks to make sure they are correct! You might have FRAME issues. Not difficult to do BUT gives...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-25-2022, 08:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,447
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Wheel failure on Interstate

When I restored my Model A , before I painted the wheels I checked them for RUST! If I found any I removed it by sand blasting. I would NEVER PAINT OVER RUST!!! My only wheel problem in 50 years...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Coolant leaking around #8 head stud

I would also drain the oil pan just in case the antifreeze got into the oil!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-12-2022, 10:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,238
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Spare Zenith Carburetor

I would contact BERTS MODEL A STORE, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO. You will like their service!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-24-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,602
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Little Trailer behind a Model A

I have noticed commercial ads for trailer hitch for Model A’s.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-24-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,539
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: REQUEST ADVICE: Changing Timing gear.

You might consider making the timing in detention a little deeper so that when you insert the timing pin the indent feel is more noticeable. Helps with finding TDC!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-19-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,227
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Question on car insurance

I have HAGERTY INSURANCE on my everyday A but when I lost,recently my A to a total fire HAGERTY WAS quick to pay me the agreed price !
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-19-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,944
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-19-2021, 09:00 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,944
Posted By ArtimusGordon
3rd engine failure...getting frustrated

You might consider the ALL NEW “BERTZ 5 main block if you’re going to rebuild. The cost for the kit is reasonable!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-07-2021, 10:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,992
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Carbs...Tillitson vs Zenith vs Marvel???

you can fool some people some of the time but you can’t fool all the people all the time!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-06-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,164
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Generator short?

I would start by disconnecting the wiring connector from the bottom of the steering column. If still a short then continue to measure remaining components with a multimeter. Intermittent shorts are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-28-2021, 08:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,995
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Trico Windshield Wiper Motor Doesn't Oscillate

I found that RAIN X woks BETTER than my windshield wiper! ��
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-28-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,093
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Steering column controls

Regarding the throttle and spark levers I would REMOVE the connecting rods to the distributor and the throttle connection on the rear of the engine. I suspect that the trouble is in the steering...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2021, 10:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,831
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: 1930 Pickup Backfiring/misfiring out carburetor

If you have vacuum wipers you can use that connection for your vacuum gauge.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2021, 10:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,831
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: 1930 Pickup Backfiring/misfiring out carburetor

If you have vacuum wipers you could use the connection for attaching your vacuum gauge.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2021, 09:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,831
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: 1930 Pickup Backfiring/misfiring out carburetor

If possible I recommend that you perform a VACUUM test! From the vacuum diagrams perform ALL the recommended throttle settings! You might see a vacuum reading indicating the problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-14-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,111
Posted By ArtimusGordon
Re: Alternator Always Charging

You have a electrical problem. I would disconnect the light switch from the steering column and start the engine and see if the problem is still there. If it is then you can trouble shoot with a...
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