Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2016, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,171
Re: Ran when parked
Now that would be a cool display for the Model A museum. Display it under water in a big aquarium.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2014, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 23
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2014, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,180
Re: Gordon Smith
Anyone interested in the Smith Motor Compressor Club that Dick Webber mentions above can contact me through fordbarn. I can send information about the club and how to join.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2014, 06:08 AM
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Replies: 14
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2014, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,876
Re: First ride....died...help
Don't have anyone to crank it over so I can see if I'm getting spark, but the old girl still won't start. [/QUOTE]
Very simple for one person to crank over to check for spark. From passenger side...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2014, 06:52 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,252
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2014, 10:42 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,547
Re: Model A sea trials
20 amp safety fuse is not heavy enough. Use a 30 amp fuse like the safety fuse holder was designed for.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2014, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,252
Fiddler and Fiddleheads Car Show 4-26-2014
The East TN MARC Fiddler and Fiddleheads Festival and Car Show at Farm House Galleries in Unicoi, TN is Saturday April 26. This annual show averages 50-75 cars, mostly Model A's. Bluegrass, gospel ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2014, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,817
Re: Here's one for ya
Be careful with those newer ignition switches. They can short out to the gas tank as you found out. Worst case is when they weld them self to the gas tank and set the wiring on fire. We had this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2014, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2014, 08:02 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 12,779
Re: Bend the gear shifter?
I helped a man bend his shifter by using two pipe wrenches, one held square just above the shift tower to keep pressure off the lower part of the shaft and forks and the second a little higher up the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2014, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Re: car Club Logo Badges
In my pre-computer days I designed a topper for one of my former clubs styled like the 20's and 30's tourist toppers. O'Brien Truckers cast these for me. Low minimum and reasonable pricing....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2014, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,409
Re: A Club Magazines
I agree! The hobby is very lucky to have such amazing editors. There is a lot of work and time spent behind each magazine by all involved. Just think, every sixty days the editors have to start all...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2014, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,349
Re: Gas Tank Condition Go or No?
If you do not see any debris or flaking rust in the bottom you should be good to go. The brown color is probably the stained tank sealer.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2014, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,407
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2014, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,810
Re: Mystery
Back in the 50's my little brother put a little crab apple in Dad's Model A gas tank. Drove dad crazy for about a month before he figured it out.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2014, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,140
Re: Clear Distrubutor Cap
Be careful! Don't forget the 1980's reproduction clear caps with Ford script. I keep this one in my touring tool box.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2014, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 95
Views: 25,546
Re: Electronic Ignition Opinions Needed
If you buy one electronic ignition system go ahead and buy a second to have as a spare and carry it with you. There is NO roadside repair or adjustment on these units and no way that I know of to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2014, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,748
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2014, 07:12 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,122
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2014, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,748
Re: What's The A Mean to the Family?
I have seen over and over lately that when Dad or granddad dies the antique car collection becomes a burden for the wife and family who can not sell them quick enough. Usually someone will come in...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-26-2014, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 8,037
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2014, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 13,639
Re: Things Not To Do
If you have one of those safety fuse holders that is attached to the starter and the A is constantly blowing the fuses...........don't wrap a blown fuse with tin foil and put it back in the fuse...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2014, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 12,275
Re: What makes a club successful?
A touring club went down hill when several members installed overdrives and would run off and leave the "stockers" on tours. Club tours became two groups instead of one. Nothing wrong with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2014, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 6,480
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