Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2026, 07:18 PM
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Views: 756
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2026, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 702
Re: Replace Lever on Brake Actuating Assembly
I f I understand right, once you ground the pin down you cannot see where to place the punch and hit the pin. If that is the problem, take a torch (small propane used for soldering plumbing) or...
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Forum: Model-T
05-07-2026, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 474
Tool 5Z-1172 Wire Wheel Hub Puller
Excellent condition wheel puller . 5Z-1172 Wire Wheel Hub Puller
Bead blasted clean. If really interested request photos. Buyer to pay shipping .
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Forum: Early V8
05-03-2026, 11:11 PM
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Views: 156
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2026, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 273
Re: Distributer-points are at 12:00
You have pretty much answered the question. One of you has the original set up condenser within the distributor body and the other person has a modern plate. Both of adjusted properly will let the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2026, 11:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 385
Not Model A but steam whistle question
I came into a couple of small steam whistles and don't have steam power. Although steam is more dense than compressed air would anyone have an idea as to what compressed air psi might approximate...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2026, 08:47 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 596
Re: Distributor Bushings
All previous methods can work, you may also take a small torch and heat the brass bushings on the inside by letting the flame lick all around the interior. You will get smoke and stink in the air-...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2026, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 674
Re: Other Side Of My Drum
take the photo differently, if the drum were to be mounted to the car, take a photo of the edge in the vertical plane. One photo straight at the edge, one photo slightly angled to right one phot to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2026, 04:41 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 685
Re: Brake Drum Thickness
Stamped steel drums have a profile on the lip edge that very identifiable., cast iron drums when struck with a hammer have a dull sound compared to a ring sound of a steel one. Taking a welding...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2025, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 4
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Zenith Carburetor oddity
At the ever popular clinic of the Twin Cities Model A Ford Cub tonight, an oddity was presented. A member bought a "Rebuilt" carburetor off of the internet. It always ran rich and gas mileage was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2025, 11:21 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 11,149
Re: Engine fan replacement 1930 Model A
KCW I think he should buy one more tool to help you on your Model A - Purchase the Les Andrews Model A Ford Mechanics handbook. It will walk you through most of the maintenance and repairs that will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2025, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,160
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-25-2024, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,294
Re: Ultra sonic cleaners
Could we have a little input as to what cleaning solution you use? I 'm especially interested in the solution for a carburetor and its parts.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2024, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 7,288
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2024, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Re: Reproduction popout ignition key
I got my Model A at age 13 in 1969, it had the Spain key, three years later I had a part time job in a Target store making keys at a counter owned by Cole National in the store. I searched the blanks...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2024, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,238
Re: Engine Dies when timing is advanced
You should make sure the steering column is in the correct orientation. Your spark lever rod to the distributor off the column which connects to the upper plate has only a certain amount of travel ....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-08-2024, 11:10 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,274
Re: FS Ignition versus Original for touring
The answer is not one or the other. If you want to go on a tour with a group , you should be prepared. That means understand how your car works and anticipate bringing spare parts you may need to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2024, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,175
Re: F100 Steering Box
I was able to be present when Randy Gross puts these units together, he is stubborn and uncompromising when he builds these. He will only do it with the best components and uses machinist and welders...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2024, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,031
Re: Boyce Motometer repair
It's a repro- buy another one. Second and best choice: they are not accurate so as long as it looks good keep the non working one and do yourself a favor and install a temp gauge that really works...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2024, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 836
Re: Scrap Drive
My father and grandfather ran scrap drives for the government in Minneapolis for the war effort - my father then 19 years old and he and my grandfather hand sorted and moved the material from this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,196
Re: Setting the timing
Good enough to get off the side of the road and get you someplace, I would take the time afterwards to make it really right. There are variables due to manufacturing, and wear. After all, don't we...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2024, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 7,065
Re: I give up
Woodie: You kind of answerd most of the problem in your post #6. 2 different carbs runs same way. Unlikely its the carburetor, could be a valve issue but leaks in and around manifold deserve a good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2024, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 10,533
Re: Cleaning the radiator
I seem to remember someone did the vinegar treatment and either the water pump or hose connection began to leak while driving and made a real mess in the engine compartment. I would check it often...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2024, 08:34 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,577
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,418
Re: Little Dearborn
As a resident of Minneapolis and member of TCMAFC it is unfortunate, but Little Dearborn is closed.
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