Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2022, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,174
Re: Converting to hydraulic breaks.
What is not usually understood by people doing brakes is the fit you need to have.
If the drums and the shoes are not properly matched you will have less then 100% contact and less then 100%...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2022, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,465
Re: 1931 Victoria Door Alignment
So that dovetail is the alignment point, or part of that alignment of the doors.
The potmetal sliders must be in proper shape and they must slide with moderate force of one finger. I have seen...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2022, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 880
Re: 1931 oil pan
Small holes are easily and quickly filled by getting a TIG rod of the same metal as your mig. Put the tig rod in the hole and start the MIG arc on it. Feed them together.
OPPPS.. I forgot.. Put a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2022, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,630
Re: are disc brake conversions bad ?
Some basic science here.....
So Model A brakes properly rebuilt do a wonderful job stopping it from 65-70 MPH. The limiting factor is the tire contact patch on the pavement.
The best you can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2022, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 852
Re: 30 Cabriolet Questions
I suggest you become involved with the cabriolet club for better answers to the other questions you will likely have.
What kind of wiper is correct for your car? If it is potmetal then it cant be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2022, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2022, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,660
Re: Fender Edge Straighting Tool
It was a tool I made to straighten the beads out of desperation. As far as I know I am the inventor of it.
I used scrap metal I had laying around. I showed to a guy that makes all sorts of great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2022, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,105
Re: Frame Sag, How much acceptable?
Running board brackets are pretty simple.
They will have the bolt hole in line side to side. The top of the running boards will be parallel with the top of the frame. The fore aft dimensions...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2022, 01:35 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,105
Re: Frame Sag, How much acceptable?
You are not measuring properly.
You need to do the string along the length of the frame.
Really, You want to take the little bit of time to do it right. It really is not hard to make your frame...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-12-2022, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,536
Re: Modern Shocks
I have to chuckle a bit.
So he is currently driving with no shocks.
If he is able to run over 25 MPH then his car is in serious need of spring work.
Which is very common.
The Model A with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-12-2022, 06:42 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,756
Re: Is this babbitt?
Yes it is a grade of babbitt that could be used for the Model A engine. It is not the Ford blend, but will work.
http://nfmetals.com/babbitt-metal/
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2022, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 6,558
Re: King Pin Reaming
In a nutshell...
A reamer will make bumps as it cuts. You can see this with any machined surface with all those very slight lines or arcs. You know this because of chatter or the motion as you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2022, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,266
Re: Color Sanding, 31 Cabriolet Just Painted
The pigment quality is something I learned about as I learned about the paints.
In a nutshell chemistry improved considerably and they are now able to produce more 'pure' colors. Plus I would also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2022, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,266
Re: Color Sanding, 31 Cabriolet Just Painted
I learned about this from Marco. I observed this on my car.
I used Concept single stage paint. I am not the best painter so I had to color sand. The areas where I laid down great paint the depth...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2022, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,266
Re: Color Sanding, 31 Cabriolet Just Painted
It should be noted that buffing a good paint job actually slightly dulls down the shine. This makes it look a bit more like a factory paint job as the lacquer was never as shiny you can easily get...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2022, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,521
Re: 68c question
Yes, the first batch of 68C's were with flat firewalls.
Mine is #859 and is a flat firewall and Tom Moniz has more accurate numbers as he has been the keeper of the 68C database.
Early 68C's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2022, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,993
Re: 1930 pickup driving speed
If do not have the 4:11 rear then you should expect a properly rebuilt A to run 60 MPH comfortably, get in the low to mid 20's for fuel mileage and brakes that top confidentaly.
This requires a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2022, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,557
Re: Rumble seat lid adjustments??
FWIW, If you have reproduction hinges they are smaller in every dimension. You may not be able to get it adjusted properly without making the holes larger on the side brackets you bolt to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2022, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,011
Re: which is the best way to go
Realty check here.
You need detergents to keep the stuff that forms sludge suspended so it drains out with an oil change.
You need additives to prevent nasty chemicals from forming. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-08-2022, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,074
Re: Sport Coupe rumble seat brace
Sport coupe, all the work of a cabriolet but the top does not go down.
It is a bunch of work and cost to put the top on but without the fun of putting the top down.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2022, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,099
Re: Can ammeter cause trouble?
The ammeter has an area of trouble.
The 2 studs are drawen down tight to the bus bar on the inside of the meter. All the current flows along this bar to make the magnetic field to deflect the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2022, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,074
Re: Sport Coupe rumble seat brace
The brace is structural and not for adjusting the body. The quarter panel is not able to bend at the front edge.
When the top is up there will be an incrediable amount of stress on the door...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2022, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,163
Re: Shock Fluid
The oil you need depends on the amount of wear in the shock.
You will find the standards to which the arm has to move with a 6 lbs weight over a certain time. Nice to know, but not always...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2022, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,025
Re: Fender patch for light bar
The correct fix is to get the fender brackets properly shaped along with the headlamp bar.
You can do this cold by putting all the parts together and moving them until the bar has an even arch and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2022, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,499
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