Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2025, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 2,707
Re: 4 or 6
I run a 2 blade fan and have no cooling problems. I live in a 90-100 degree area in the summer. I installed a re-cored radiator about 10 years ago. My car never goes over 180 degrees..
I had...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2025, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,684
Re: Head Gasket - Best 509b - Installation
I also use copper spray on the Best Head Gasket Graphite. I hang the Gasket and spray it. After spraying, give it a few minutes hanging until the spray becomes tacky. Never had one leak...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2025, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Re: Cast Drums
Give Randy a call. He is the Model A brake expert. His pricing is also very good.
Randy Gross
Brake Drums, Brake Shoes, Wheel Hubs, and Steering Box rebuild
714-292-8660
[email protected]
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2025, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 868
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2025, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,932
Re: Why is the battery post hot
Do you have the cutout that has a green wheel? If so, take it off and throw it as far away as you can. Why?
I had an issue with starting for about 2 months. I had 6.2 volts at the starter but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2025, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,524
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2025, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,080
Re: head bolt pressure
Welcome to the Barn WholeNewSetOfProblems,
GET THE LES ANDREWS RED BOOK. It will be of great value to you and your Model A.
Follow the head bolt sequence pattern in a previous post. It is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2025, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,431
Re: Timing gear marks don't line up.
Sometimes the it is hard to find the dimple on the timing gear for the timing pin. You can grind the timing pin to a sharper point and it will make the dimple easier to find.
The above answers...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2025, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 862
Re: Turn signal problems
What Gary said. Loosen the steering column clamp enough to create a space for the ground wire. Run a wire from the switch to the steering column clamp. Slide the wire into the clamp gap and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2025, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,300
Re: Brakes on a Model A
If you want the best vendor to buy brake parts from or have work done on your drums, Contact Randy Gross. His company has been in business for decades. You will find his pricing very attractive. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2025, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,843
Re: Windshield Hold Open Hardware
Post #5 looks correct to me and that is how I have it configured on my A. It only makes sense that the spring washer would be between the big nut and the steel/rubber washer to hold the nut tight..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2025, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 953
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2025, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 953
Re: Repro shocks
You can buy repro shocks at a pretty steep price. I have heard good and bad about them.
Or, you can call John. He specializes in rebuilding original Model A shocks. He does excellent work and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2025, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,109
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-27-2024, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,827
Re: Ultra sonic cleaners
I have used undiluted Simple Green to clean a carb. I rinsed out the carb after using Simple Green and then blew out the carb. Put it back together and it ran great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-18-2024, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,991
Re: Clutch Replacement
I have replaced the clutch both ways. I vote for pulling the engine.
I would recommend you send back the clutch disk and pressure plate. The new pressure plates are not always the best quality. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2024, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,052
Re: No spark to plugs happened overnight
First, I would check and see if you have power to the points using a test light. If you have power at the points, change the condenser. If that doesn't fix the problem, go to the next step.
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2024, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 3,472
Re: Marvel Carb User Group
I have been running my Marvel for about 8 years.
I drove my A to our next town with the marvel. The drive is a steady 6 mile uphill run. My A screamed up the hill with the Marvel doing 55 in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2024, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,519
Re: Water consumption
You might also do a compression test to see if the head gasket is intact. If it is not intact, you may be pushing water out your tailpipe or you may be leaking compression into the cooling system...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2024, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,413
Re: Marvel S. Carburaters
So disappointed to hear Johnston no longer does carb work. His dad had the business before him. Unfortunately, his dad died from COVID and he was the carb guru.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2024, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,279
Re: Ignition Timing For hi-Compression
I have the 6.5 Head. I use the usual timing method, test light on point arm until the light goes out.
I then retard the cam a smidge more. Why? Because when the engine is further retarded it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2024, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,413
Re: Marvel S. Carburaters
Here is where you can buy a freshly rebuilt Marvel at a very reasonable price. I have a Marvel purchased 10 years ago from Gary and it is still running strong.
MARVEL SHEMBLER...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2024, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,137
Re: Oil Pressure
A new Burtz engine will have back pressure resulting in oil being pushed out the filler tube and landing on the side of the engine. The reason for this is the piston rings have not yet seated. They...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2024, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Re: Windshield wiper motor mount
Give John a call. He is an excellent source for wiper information. His work is outstanding and reasonable.
Shock rebuilder: John Holland 330-483-3896
7208 West...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2024, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,269
Re: engine rebuilder near Sacramento ca
I can not recommend Joe Silva. It can take a year or two to get your engine back. I have seen good engines from Joe and some really horror stories as well.
Give ERIC BARRETT in AUBURN, CA a...
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