Forum: Model-A
09-11-2017, 11:57 PM
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1930 Model A Coupe
Completely restored 1930 Model A Coupe. This car was my late Father, Richard "Dick" Lee's pride and joy which he fully restored himself. You may also remember my Dad as "columbiA" from this forum up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2014, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2013, 04:17 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,854
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2013, 12:44 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 10,983
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2013, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 10,983
In memory of 'ColumbiA', my Father, Richard Lee
I'm writing on behalf of my Dad, Richard Lee. Everyone on this forum knows him as 'ColumbiA'. I'm sad to have to pass along the news that Dad passed away on Sunday, Oct 13/13 after a brave battle...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2013, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,882
Re: Restoration Qs...early 28 transmission case
Center the cluster gear with the main drive gear,then measure with a feeler gauge the clearance on ends of cluster.After cleaning up any roughness on case,install steel shim washers until you have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2013, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,606
Re: Rear Shackle...
If the new shackle fits without a lot of looseness in old bushing,I would'nt bother to remove old bushing.As for the rear spring,he could have been badly injured-or worse.Re & re-ing the rear spring...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2013, 09:10 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2013, 08:51 PM
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Replies: 16
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Inquiring about transporting Model A
As I mentioned in my previous post, I have gifted my Daughter my '30 Model A.
I want to have it transported in an enclosed trailer. Can anyone recommend a reputable, bonded company that can...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-25-2013, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,223
Re: 35-36 Axle hsgs.
The tapered axle tube is the same diameter from28-36.On 37-48,the axle tube is 5/8" larger on both ends.That is why when I modified a 46 Columbia OD to fit my A,I used a '36 LH axle axle hsg which...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2013, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,551
Re: Vintique Fuse Block
I use a 30-amp breaker mounted on engine side of starter switch.It is a tin box with 2 threaded studs for wires & a flat 2- hole mount for the starter switch mounting screws.The mounting hole on one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2013, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,802
Re: Resistance Ignition Wire
the round style dist cap with std plug wires is strictly after market.I would never use a modern style cap as the original type is one of the things that makes the A & B engines unique.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2013, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 7,640
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-12-2013, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 6,087
Re: TWIN-X 2-Speed rear end
THE Twin-X Overdrive is a very rare unit.I looked & looked,but couldn't find one.I modified a 40 Ford Columbia OD to fit.It has given no problems in over 100,000 miles.The Columbia has a planetary...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2013, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,007
Re: The F3 Head
The 32 WP,s are available new.If you need a new impeller,don't buy a repro as they are not machined properly & will not allow the pump to go far enough into the head.I ended up using the impeller...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2013, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,310
Re: Rear end differential
If you live in an area with very few hills,you could install 3-27 gears.If in hilly country,3-54 gears would be a good choice.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2013, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 9,968
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2013, 05:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,751
Re: continuation of Betsy's thread-stuck engine
Remove the manifolds & spray Liquid Wrench on upper & lower ends of valve stems.Don't use WD 40 as it doesn't work very well.You may have to respray it a few times over the next few days.Take an old...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2013, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,470
Re: Banjo Flush
Install a street elbow with a short nipple & overfill it with kerosene,then drive around for a few miles,then drain it out.Repeat this process several times.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-04-2013, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,465
Re: Removal of Oil Pump Idler Gear Shaft
Put a short piece of pipe over the idler shaft,then get a bolt to match threads in shaft.Screw the nut up the bolt,and with a couple washers under nut,turn the nut down & it will pull the shaft out.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-03-2013, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 11,239
Re: 59 block oil filter question
reverse the lines,use steel tubing & solder the elbow that goes in the side of filter & drill a 1/16" hole in it for a restrictor.The filter has nothing to do with the trans problem.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-03-2013, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,847
Re: Wicked Oil Leak - Sage Advice?
Don't the early flatheads have the drain-back tube on rear main,similar to the model A? If so,then perhaps it has unscrewed & is laying in the bottom of they pan.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2013, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,623
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2013, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,145
Re: Broken Head STud - Update
After you have fitted the largest insert that will not be too close to a cyl or block edge,then temporarily mount the cyl head with about 4 or5 nuts,then useing the head as a guide,use a 29/64" drill...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2013, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,471
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