Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 05:52 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,908
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2024, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 333
Re: Real Wheel Noise?
Just went through the same thing. My right rear drum was barely rubbing on the backing plate during left turns. The rubbing left slight witness marks on the backing plate. I added an axle shim and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 940
Re: Rebuilt Engine Options
On my recent rebuild I went with a 6.5 Burtz head and a Burtz cam. I am more than happy with the results. The car runs fine on 87 octane but it seems to prefer 89 octane. That may be due to the gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-27-2023, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,639
Re: Engine Install
Several methods to accomplish the install. I find installing the engine with the transmission attached easier. With the aid of a frame spreader, aligning the transmission and the U-joint goes pretty...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2023, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 886
Re: top padding on huckster
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=1250&pictureid=45844
When I built a canopy for my CCPU I used black indoor/outdoor carpet I bought by the foot at Home Depot. I installed it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2023, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,489
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2023, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,077
Re: front spring where to buy ?
I just ordered a front spring from Eaton-Detroit. Took about two weeks to receive it. It’s not on my Tudor yet but it looks like a very well made quality spring. All the regular vendors were out of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2023, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,314
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2023, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,196
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2023, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,999
Re: Gas shut off valve options
I replaced my leaky original with a new valve from Bert’s last week. It’s a very nice quality valve. Install was a breeze. Problem solved.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-16-2023, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,369
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2023, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,522
Re: Thermostat
After years of chasing the thermostat around the upper hose I made this fitting. It simply fits in the water outlet neck and is held in place with JB Weld. So far it has worked quite well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2022, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 571
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2022, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
Re: F150 Trans Kits
Dave Delmue (408) 722-2518
I was considering this swap a few months ago. I called Dave and learned he’s still making the kits but I needed to provide the core. Over the next two months I called or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2022, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 347
Views: 206,919
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2021, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,727
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2019, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,679
Odd VIN
A buddy is buying a 28 Coupe from a dealer here in California. He discovered his dealer paperwork does not match the car engine number. He has not seen the title yet. There is no evidence of a state...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2019, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,483
Odd VIN
A buddy is buying a 28 Coupe from a dealer here in California. He discovered his dealer paperwork does not match the car engine number. He has not seen the title yet. There is no evidence of a state...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2019, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,493
Sagging door pockets
Any tips on replacing the elastic in fabric door pockets? My interior is in excellent condition except the door pockets.
Thanks,
Dan
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2019, 12:32 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Re: Pinstriper search in Northern California
I was able to track down a pinstriper right here in Paradise, CA. He also lost everything in the recent wildfires so we had a lot in common. Thankfully he was able to save his brushes. He just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2019, 12:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2019, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,672
‘29 CCPU vs. ‘29 Fordor 60B Driver Comfort
I know they’re both tight but how do they compare? I recently lost my ‘29 CCPU and a ‘29 Fordor 60B basket case in the recent California fires. The Fordor was my first car and I drove it all through...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2018, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,696
Re: Ca. Fire photo
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. My truck was insured by Hagerty. They have been wonderful! They quickly processed my claim and I had a check within days.
As a side note, I am keeping...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2018, 01:06 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,696
Re: Ca. Fire photo
We lost everything last Thursday. Home, shop, cars and our 29 CCPU. We are truly blessed. Family and pets made it out with our motor home. We are safe. So much destruction, so much suffering. It’s...
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