Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2023, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,643
Re: Oil Extractor
I used a Mityvac for 4 years after the drain plug solder ring weld failed and couldn't get the drain plug out. A medical issue kept me from doing a permanent repair until this year. The smallest hose...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2023, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,026
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2023, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,026
Re: Oil pan plug repair/replace
Hmmm, was thinking same thing.....can't easily come out. And the insert threads aren't damaged, just can't get the drain plug out. Wondering now as nkaminar noted it might be better to get the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2023, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,026
Re: Oil pan plug repair/replace
I think whatever repair method that I use, that tacking, TIG, or full brazing on the inside of the pan is needed to keep the insert from coming out and to give more area to lock it to the pan - as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2023, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,026
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2023, 06:09 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,026
Oil pan plug repair/replace
My oil pan drain plug rotates with the soldered in ring, so can't remove the drain plug. I've miti-vac'd the oil out and have dropped the pan. The replacement drain plugs offered by several suppliers...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2023, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 3,476
Re: Won't run
Make sure the coil to distributor wire is fully up in the coil and fully down in the distributor. I chased an issue like this.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2023, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,135
Re: Original Model A keys
I'm not aware of any person in my area that cuts keys without a matching key. Is there someone that can cut 2 keys each A949 and A1542? I have both spare switches - boat anchors without a key. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2023, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,135
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2023, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 571
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2023, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 571
Front brake shaft Housing nut
My friend has a early 30 Model A coupe and at a car show this weekend, he realized the nut is missing on the backside of the front brake shaft housing (spring perch area). Not the bottom castle nut,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2013, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,160
Re: Gas rust
Has anybody tried the 6% vinegar for 2-3 days? The motorcycle world uses this quite frequently. 2-3 days industrial vinegar, flush with water, spray and pour lots of WD40 at it repeatedly to suck up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2013, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 15,215
Re: backfire
Switch your coil to a known coil and make sure coil to distributor wire is all the way inserted. I had a coil that would run fine then after a few minutes driving backfire and stop. Once cooled off,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2012, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,484
Re: Tube Metal Valve Stem Installation?
Good luck with it. I have to do this someday soon too but had read about recent inner tube quality. Hopefully your tubes will be perfect and encourage more of us to do this step.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2012, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,484
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-24-2011, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,968
Re: 6000 miles - what to do
Thanks all. I did find a guy on here to rebuild the shocks. Engine does not make any noise and runs fine. Just didn't want to be "wearing" something and not be aware that's why I was wondering about...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-23-2011, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,968
6000 miles - what to do
1930 Roadster, restored mid 70's, Dad bought it late 70's made it a Deluxe. I've been told repeatedly that the guy who restored it did a very good job. I'm sure my Dad did not do anything to the car....
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Forum: Model-A
10-01-2011, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 962
Roadster prop nut for top (Deluxe)
Does anyone have one piece solid chromed (might be SS) prop nut for a Deluxe Roadster? It holds the top to the body and fits right by the top of the door and is attached to a carriage bolt. I lost...
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