Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 511
Re: 1931 Model A not turning over
Sounds like the starter switch could be bad. You could pull it off and touch the batter cable to the post on the starter and see what happens. If it turns over then the switch is bad.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 926
Re: Dropping the oil pan
I don't have a lift in my garage so 1 thing that helped me was using ramps to drive on. I pulled up on the front 2 and then jacked the rear up and put 2 back there. That raised the car enough where I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,239
Re: sign of the times
Back in the mid 70's my dad and I restored a AA truck. That was the first vehicle I learned to drive. From there I went up to a 53 International pickup with 3 on the tree.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,015
Re: New Coupe
https://www.classtiqueupholstery.com/[/QUOTE]
Thanks! The last kit I ordered was from Mac's less than a year before they were sold.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,015
Re: New Coupe
order it now - the wait time is very long since there is only 1 supplier now.
Who is the supplier? I'm just starting in on a sedan. Thanks,
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,005
Re: Idle Mixture Screw
Start off by putting a 1/8 pipe plug in the vacuum port on the intake. If your car runs better then you know where to look for a vacuum leak. I use a manual vacuum pump to test the wiper and lines....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 475
Re: Pumping gas
Lol, mine too! There was a huge swimming resort about 5 miles from my station. There was always someone in a bikini stopping by for gas or directions. I'm starting to see why I liked that job.....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 08:32 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,239
Re: sign of the times
Ok, you've done it now, I'll never be able to show this thread to my wife..... she would never let me forget it... :D
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,239
Re: sign of the times
I would feel so backwards that I wouldn't be able to do anything in the proper sequence!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2024, 07:16 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 475
Re: Pumping gas
Not sure but I worked in a full service gas station in the late 70's as a teen. It had self serve on 1 side and full service out front. Kept me busy but it was fun! A few years after I left it was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 561
Re: leg room 30 roadster
I have a friend that is a pilot and he has collected sign in records of local airports. The pilot had to sign in the log book with his name, weight, height, and destination so the airport would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 08:21 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,239
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,239
Re: sign of the times
I raised 6 kids and made them all learn to drive a manual. The only 1 that could not master it was my left hander. I could understand that because I'm not sure I would be that good with a RHD car!...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2024, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 677
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2024, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 448
Re: Luray today
Wick, it was nice to meet you yesterday! Wish I could have used more of what you had! Glad you had a good weekend.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2024, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 548
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2024, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 448
Re: Luray today
I was there too and found a few good bargains! Looked like a good crowd even with the rain. This was the first time I had come on a Friday and it's a huge difference from past Saturdays that I've...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2024, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,534
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2024, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,087
Re: Another Find
Awesome! My dad made 1 for our A pickup back in the 70's. It only came to the bottom of the rear window.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2024, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 598
Re: Lifting 30 Tudor body
I took my 30 Tudor off a few years ago by running heavy duty ratchet straps over several rafters in my garage and under the body. I took my time and raised a little at a time. When one ran out of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2024, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 799
Re: Thank You
Enjoy running around in it! They are fun cars to play with!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Re: New toy to play with this year!
@Synchro909 I don't know why more people don't try either. I grew up with a dad that did bodywork old school with lead so you really had to work the metal to get it straight and smooth. Fortunately...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Re: New toy to play with this year!
That's true! Luckily my better half hasn't started fussing yet! Lol. I enjoy driving my cars but I think I enjoy bringing them back to life just as much! Something about starting with a pile of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2024, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Re: New toy to play with this year!
Nice! Hopefully mine will look that good next year! Mine came with new tires on nicely painted cream wheels so I'm thinking of going with maroon or blue.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2024, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Re: New toy to play with this year!
Thanks! The last one I fixed up came from VA Beach area. The salt water air had not been kind to it after 90 years. I'm looking forward to working on this project!
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