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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2018, 08:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,059
Posted By rusted
Re: Chasing my tail trying to get 1928 tudor running

I helped a friend finish putting an engine in his car. the starter would not turn the engine over. I pulled him with his tractor and he popped the clutch. Worse sound I ever heard from a model A...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

I don't know how old the old coil was. I would guess at least 25-30 years.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

GREAT NEWS! Put a new coil on and as soon as I turned the key on we seen a jump in the amp gauge that we hadn't seen before. Stepped on starter and in 8 to 10 revolutions she fired right up. The...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2018, 08:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,059
Posted By rusted
Re: Chasing my tail trying to get 1928 tudor running

The three bolts holding the starter are not the same length! If you put a longer one in that hits the flywheel, It will act as if the engine is locked up. I would pull the starter and see if things...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-22-2018, 11:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

We will let you know what the problem was WHEN we find it. We won't give up!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-22-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

We installed a new battery.getting a good hot spark at the points but not the coil wire. Going to put the new coil in today.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2018, 09:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

Corley, I am getting spark at the points when I open and let them close with my finger. If I turn the key on, the first time the points open when being turned with the starter, I only get one spark...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2018, 06:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

Tom, will coils go bad from not being used? As soon as I can get a good coil I will try it. Are all 6 volt coils the same or do I need one from one of our vendors? By the way, the grandson cannot...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

Why am I not getting spark from the coil wire to a head bolt? with the key on, 6.25 volts on each side of the coil. We may just take the distributor out and clean everything as Tom suggested.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
Re: spark, but not in the right places

We cleaned the points. No different than before. Good spark opening and closing points with my finger. 6.25 on both sides of amp gauge and both sides of coil with key on. Grandson is learning...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-21-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,833
Posted By rusted
spark, but not in the right places

Car has been setting for about 6 years. Grandson and I have been working on it and now trying to start it. If I open and close the points with my finger, spark every time. When I turn the key on and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2016, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,636
Posted By rusted
Re: pressure plate fingers

So is there a way to get the fingers all at an equal distance?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2016, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,636
Posted By rusted
pressure plate fingers

On a lightened flywheel with a v8 clutch, can the fingers on the pressure plate be adjusted? The one I'm about to put in, the fingers are not the same distance from the flywheel. I don't see where...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-17-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,697
Posted By rusted
exhaust manifold

OK, I am going to get a new exhaust and intake manifold like Mitch suggested. My question is, what gasket do I get and should I use the gland rings in the exhaust ports?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-09-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,647
Posted By rusted
Re: exhaust manifold leak

I just checked the Les Andrews book and the torque is 45 ft. lbs. I am not using the rings because I don't know how much was taken off to true the manifolds and I didn't want them to be to thick and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-09-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,647
Posted By rusted
exhaust manifold leak

My exhaust manifold is leaking around #1 and #4. I hade the manifolds resurfaced but cannot get it to seal. I am using the one piece gasket snugged down to 45 pounds. Is there a better gasket I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2015, 09:13 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,654
Posted By rusted
Re: Starting Difficulty

Do you have a fuse in the system? I have seen them get loose at the rivets and not make good contact. Bypass this system and see if it runs better.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-21-2015, 07:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,533
Posted By rusted
Re: 1930 coupe - no spark at points

Will someone please tell him to screw the wire with the plunger on it to only screw it in about three turns and no more than that!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2015, 08:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,279
Posted By rusted
Re: Rust under body belt line on '31 Tudor

If you look at a lot of cars up close you will see this very problem. Some with rough paint, to blisters. to rust starting in that area. Wax and dirt get in the joint between the belt line and body...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-23-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 26,606
Posted By rusted
Re: boxing plates

I knew he was going to do it!!!!~
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2015, 09:02 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 26,606
Posted By rusted
Re: boxing plates

It sounds like you already have the plates to do the job and you are just waiting for someone on here to tell you that it is a good idea to do it. I don't think anyone is going to say it! If you are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-12-2015, 06:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,266
Posted By rusted
Re: What engine oil?

Mitch seems to be a kind, caring and patent person!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-12-2015, 11:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,266
Posted By rusted
Re: What engine oil?

WE need more info! Has the car been running detergent or non-detergent in the past? Is this a new car to you and the first time you have changed the oil ? What did the previous owner Use for oil? If...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-31-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,505
Posted By rusted
Re: Barn find 1931 SW 160-B

check that fan and make sure it is not one of the old ones that will throw a blade.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-24-2014, 04:35 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 18,674
Posted By rusted
Re: Tips For Model A's

ALWAYS remember to turn on the gas. Then when it still will not start, turn on the ignition!!
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