Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2023, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 530
Electric fuel pump "vertical" mounting position
I am installing a Carter electric fuel pump in my '29 Model A, along with a Holley fuel pressure regulator, because I am using a Weber carburetor. The instructions to the Holley fuel pressure...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2023, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,214
Re: Electric fuel pump mounting location
Thank you for the responses, gentlemen. I will put the pump down on the frame rail below the carb. I just discovered that Ford put holes to mount a right-hand steering box in my car's frame and,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2023, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,214
Electric fuel pump mounting location
I am installing a Weber carb on my '29 Tudor which requires an electric fuel pump to work well, due to the Weber being a downdraft carb which sits higher than the stock Model A Carb. If anyone has...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-14-2023, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 763
Re: electic pump
I saw a discussion about this on the ACAA forum a little while ago, but I can't find my notes. They provided model numbers for a couple of flow through fuel pumps -- maybe you can find the thread --...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2023, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 649
3-position ignition switch
In my '29 Tudor have put in a modern starter with an integral solenoid -- and I want to install a 3-position ignition switch, i.e., a switch which has off/run/start. There is almost two inches of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2023, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,182
Re: Cleaning the gas tank in place?
As others have said, the baffles will prevent you from getting on the other side of them. Some people have suggested taking the tank off and putting gravel, nuts (steel) or chain behind the baffles...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2023, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,391
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2023, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,391
Re: Voltmeter instead of ammeter
I just received the ammeter which I ordered from Auto Meter Products. The order clearly states that I ordered a 1.5" voltmeter, but the one they sent me is 2" in diameter. I just sent them an...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2023, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,391
Re: Voltmeter instead of ammeter
Please explain what a "shunt" is. Since the ammeter has two terminals on it, what would the sources of the to wires going to it be in an electrical system with a one-wire alternator? Perhaps just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2023, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,391
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2023, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,391
Voltmeter instead of ammeter
I installed a 12-volt alternator in my '29 Tudor and would like to have a voltmeter gauge in the stock ammeter location. But, the stock ammeter hole in the dash plate is only about 1.5" in diameter...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2023, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,354
Re: speedometer rebuild
Hi Nick -
I have a '29 oval speedo which works o.k. but I want it rebuilt before I put it back in the car. Please let me know the price, approximate turnaround time and your address. Thank...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2022, 10:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,167
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2022, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,167
Anti-seize lube for aluminum cylinder head
I have installed an aluminum "Rocket" head from Secrets of Speed on my Model A. I wonder about using this: https://www.amazon.com/Jet-Lube-Anti-Seize-Lubricant-Conductive-Termination/dp/B009VO2O1Y...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2021, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,433
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2021, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,433
lug nut removal
I want to help a friend remove a lug nut on a rear wheel where the swedging was not done correctly and, thus, the stud spins and the lug nut will not loosen. What has worked for anyone else in this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-09-2021, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 11,935
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-09-2021, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 11,935
Re: crank pulley removal
I am still struggling to get the second part of a two-piece crank pulley off of my '29. It doesn't do you much good to have a two-piece if you can't get the second part off. Tonight, I will take...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2021, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 5,385
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2021, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,789
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2021, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,789
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2021, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,709
Re: Removal of two-piece crank pulley
I don't trust the two-piece cast iron unit to hang together. Since I already have almost $10K in this rig, I think it's reasonable to invest less than $200 to ensure the crank pulley does not come...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2021, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,563
Re: Snyder's radiator vs stock
I bought a Chinese aluminum radiator for my '29 Tudor for about $300. Beautiful craftsmanship but not terribly original looking when the hoods are open. Looks closer to a radiator from the early...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2021, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,709
Removal of two-piece crank pulley
In order to replace a two-piece crank pulley with a billet steel crank pulley, I want to remove the two-piece crank pulley from my '29 Tudor's crankshaft. The motor is in the car. I can't get the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2021, 11:00 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,789
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