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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2025, 04:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: Honesty to the extreme.

There was a fellow, Walt, up in Portland Oregon who had a business selling new and used stove part for very old wood stoves. Many times I called him from Calif. for part for our 100 year old stove we...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2024, 05:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,727
Posted By Bill Cal.
A to B

We are going to remove my model A engine in a 29 coupe and replace it with a model B engine with head and pan on. Is there anything we need to know in doing this exchange of engines? Will the B...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2023, 08:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: On our last legs

Thanks for your help Brentwood Bob. I'am not looking for a deal but rather a good running stock engine and certainly will pay what it is worth.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
Posted By Bill Cal.
On our last legs

The engine is my 29 couple is on it's last legs and I'am not far behind it. I put the rebuilt in in 1970 and it's been a dandy engine, but it's about ready to give out. Cracked main bearings are just...
Forum: Model-A 11-22-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 526
Posted By Bill Cal.
Good used engine

Looking for a good running model A engine in N.cal, S.Oregon area to replace my tired one. Thanks, Bill ph.707-937-4007
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,460
Posted By Bill Cal.
Crank Bearing Problem

When removing a shim from between the block and rear crank cap a part of the babit fell out of the cap. How do we repair this? Sure appreciate your help.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-08-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,159
Posted By Bill Cal.
Correct torque for rod and main caps?

I read in Jim Schild's "Restore's Model A Shop Manual"
proper torque for mains is 50 and rods is 35

I've been told
mains should be 80 and rods 50
What is the correct torque? We are just...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-08-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,542
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: Airing Out Grievances Driving In Modern Traffic

My most enjoyable times driving my model A on the big hi ways are the mornings of Jan. 1st and on Super Bowl Sunday during the game. Always have the road all to myself.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-16-2023, 01:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,090
Posted By Bill Cal.
carburetor rebuild

Does anyone rebuilt model X carburetors? I have one that I would like to have rebuilt. Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2023, 04:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,064
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: long warm up

Thanks, but mine has a electric wiper.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,064
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: long warm up

More information about the engine:
It was a rebuilt we installed in 1971. The car is a driver and I use a couple of times a week to go to town and a Sunday drive once in a while through out the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,064
Posted By Bill Cal.
long warm up

It's been taking a long time to warm my engine up and we live in a mild climate. Have to continually use the choke for the first 2-3 minutes to keep it going and then after 4-5 minutes it runs fine....
Forum: Model-A 02-28-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 768
Posted By Bill Cal.
need engine

Need a good running engine A or B. short or long block. Hopefully located in Norther Cal. or Southern Ore. Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-28-2022, 12:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: My Victoria is Ruining My Shirts!

I would say if everything else that could go wrong isn't, this is the least of your worries.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2021, 11:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,654
Posted By Bill Cal.
shipping a head

I would like to ship a model A cylinder head to my brother about 350 miles away. Could someone give me an idea on how to crate it and what's the best way to ship it.
I'am in Calif. he's in Oregon....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,947
Posted By Bill Cal.
A head on a B block

Does anyone know if there is a problem running an A head on a B block?
Thank you for your thoughts.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-12-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,273
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: water in the oil

So what is the right tightening sequence? I used to have a nice little drawing with numbers on the head bolts but can't seem to find it, think it came from a Bratton's catalog. Sure want to thank...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-11-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,273
Posted By Bill Cal.
water in the oil

Where should I begin? Thank you.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-09-2021, 02:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,402
Posted By Bill Cal.
31 roadster pick-up's

Any idea how many Model A roadster pick-up's were made in 1931?
Thanks for your answer.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2021, 09:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,484
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: question please

Thanks for all your answers. It seems they were not a common model A. Could people that have them post pictures? Thank you, Bill
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,484
Posted By Bill Cal.
question please

Did Ford make 1930-31 Roadster pick-up's ?
Thanks for the answer,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-30-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,943
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: Need advice

Thanks everyone for your great help, Bill
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-28-2021, 10:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,943
Posted By Bill Cal.
Re: Need advice

Thanks so much for the good information. Is this available in book form? Thanks,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-28-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,943
Posted By Bill Cal.
Need advice

I'm thinking of rebuilding a model A transmission. Never done it before. Respond to books better than videos. Any advice would sure be appreciated.
Thanks.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-11-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,556
Posted By Bill Cal.
rebuilt transmission

Where can a reliable rebuilt standard model A transmission be purchased? One that does not need to be replaced in 2500 miles. Thanks, Bill
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