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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-04-2026, 04:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 317
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Valve stem size??

Or you could use O-rings.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2026, 04:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Part Selection for Rebuild

You might just need a quote on the work that needs to be done to keep gaskets from blowing. The shop can dissasemble whatever is needed to do the job.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2026, 02:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 546
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Severe bucking coming home

The movable point might not have been clamped tightly.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2026, 02:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Part Selection for Rebuild

Does your engine need a full rebuild or maybe just a ring and valve job with adjusting the bearing clearances?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2026, 02:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,151
Posted By J Franklin
Re: 1934 v-8

New price $2995! Completely rebuilt. Most all ancillary parts included.
Forum: Early V8 06-01-2026, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 612
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Rebuilt 1934 V-8

Let's see if $2995 triggers any takers.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2026, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,410
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Should I Worry or JB Weld it?

Leave a hole like that and might get mice looking for a home. Maybe buy a cork.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2026, 08:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,897
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Tired...Tire

They are the proper tire for a swing!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2026, 12:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,817
Posted By J Franklin
Re: what is the purpose of the oil dipper at back of motor?

The things called dippers are on the bottom of the connecting rods, FYI.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 05-26-2026, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 816
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Painting over varnished wooden spokes

If you are not removing the varnish (recommended) Use regular enamel paint.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-24-2026, 12:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,715
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Rear brake woes

This is an important step in brake repair always.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-23-2026, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,151
Posted By J Franklin
1934 v-8

I sold a '34 truck to a friend that included a fully rebuilt engine with everything minus the generator. He is planning to use the truck as yard art. It is a shame if no one will use the engine. It...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2026, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,671
Posted By J Franklin
Re: timing gear question

Most likely cause.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-17-2026, 03:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,862
Posted By J Franklin
Re: New head gasket fault

As long as the delaminated area is not damaged the gasket should work as intended.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-16-2026, 11:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,782
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Coolant

If you don't need antifreeze just use Anti-rust and water pump lubricant.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-16-2026, 11:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,945
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Cotter pins

Even where I would use cotter pins, I use blue LockTight as insurance.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-11-2026, 08:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,082
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Does flywheel need to be balanced

It should not cost too much to have it done. I lived near Edelbrock, so I think mine is about the best I could have.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-11-2026, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Bolt Torque?

This is basically the way it was done at the Rouge plant.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-11-2026, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Bolt Torque?

Can you explain why?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-10-2026, 01:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Bolt Torque?

Just cinch it up, maybe with a drop of blue lockTite for peace of mind. 55# seems unnecessary.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-07-2026, 12:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 626
Posted By J Franklin
Re: Model B Oil Pump

I have a B pump rebuild kit available if anyone might want to try it. Priced at "A" Kit price.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 05-07-2026, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,095
Posted By J Franklin
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2026, 12:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,570
Posted By J Franklin
Re: $200 flathead

https://forums.aaca.org/topic/455801-for-sale-joe-gemsa-model-t-overhead-valve-racing-engine-complete-assembly-1964/#comment-2980245
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2026, 12:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,395
Posted By J Franklin
FS Joe Gemsa racing engine

I saw this on the AACA.org Forums and thought I would post it here. Not model T.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-05-2026, 05:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,570
Posted By J Franklin
Re: $200 flathead

If that one doesn't work out I have access to a fully rebuilt '34 flathead long block with most all components. Dist, starter, fuel pump water pumps, wiring looms/with new wire. manifolds, rebuilt...
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