Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2026, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
Re: Model A water pump pulley alignment
I put on a different generator. The pulley on the generator is farther away from the body.
I attached a picture of the latest installation. It is better but not perfect. Thanks for all the help and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2026, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
Re: Model A water pump pulley alignment
I was able to remove the fan by using a small wheel puller with three arms. I took the key out and spun the fan and found some places that needed to be filed. I am going to try a dry fit to see if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2026, 06:09 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
Re: Model A water pump pulley alignment
Hi,
I took the water pump off the car. I have been trying to get the fan separated from the pump. I must have really messed up in the installation. I have been using the fan knock off tool to no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2026, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,852
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2026, 10:14 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2026, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2026, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
Model A water pump pulley alignment
Hi,
I purchased a new water pump with a two blade fan. My old ware pump was leaking and I thought I should replace it.
After installing the pump, the pulley does not line up with the generator. Is...
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Forum: Model-A
06-20-2025, 10:27 PM
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Replies: 0
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1930-1931 front fenders and rear for coups
Two front fenders with the left one with a wheel well. Used condition with some areas need some work. The rear fenders are for a coupe or roadster. All the fenders have rust. No major damage. Hope...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2024, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Re: Removing a model A spare tire mount
Hi,
I haven’t removed the spare tire rack. I was able to read the vin number with a little paint remover. Checking the numbers it was built in December 1929. Thanks for your help and advice.
Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2024, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Removing a model A spare tire mount
Hi,
I am trying to remove the tire rack so I can move the splash apron to expose the VIN numbers. I have used a block of wood and a hammer. Did not move. I bought the roadster pickup back in 1968...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2023, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 16,396
Re: 1931 Model A Serial Number
What is the best way to jack up the body in order to see the VIN number under the body. My roadster pick up isn’t restored. Just wondering where to place the jack. Do I have to take off body parts in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2023, 01:29 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,876
Model A emergency brake handle
Hi,
I have these two Model As and I was wondering what the the year difference would be in the different positions of the handles?
Thanks for your help.
Jim
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-19-2022, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-18-2022, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
Re: 1965 352V8 very rough idle with back fires
Hi Again,
I did as you recommended and changed the condenser from a Ford dealership nearby. I put some more gas in the tank. Put the battery charger on on trickle for a few days. Went out today and...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-28-2022, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
Re: 1965 352V8 very rough idle with back fires
Here’s the latest. I removed the two filters on the fuel line. Tried to start it, no luck. I took off the top of the carb and noticed that the float was in a downward position. The tab on the float...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-21-2022, 08:10 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
Re: 1965 352V8 very rough idle with back fires
I cleaned the tank by myself. I soaked it for days and inspected it through the gas gushed port and looked extremely clean. I have a filter before the fuel pump and one in the fuel pump and one...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-19-2022, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
Re: 1965 352V8 very rough idle with back fires
Hi,
Thanks for all your suggestions. I took out the gas tank and leaned it out. I got about a cup of rust from the inside. I recently tried to start it with no luck. It sputtered and it won’t stay...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-06-2021, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,899
1965 352V8 very rough idle with back fires
The truck was running fine going to the store. It started running a little rough. I came back home going on the side streets and it quit several times but started right up. I started it up couple...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-23-2021, 10:26 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
Re: 1939 right rear drum install
Hi, I backed off the brake adjusters and I still couldn’t move the drum. So I put one of my 21 inch wheels on the drum and was able to finally rotate the drum. When I took off the drum, the front...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
Re: 1939 right rear drum install
Hi,
Thanks for all the help with the drums. I got the rear right one all back together like I said before. I started on the left rear brakes. The drum doesn’t turn and it doesn’t seem to want to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2021, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
Re: 1939 right rear drum install
The shoes to my knowledge have not been arched. They are the shoes that came with the car in 1968. They are barely warn. Should I have them arched?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-06-2021, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
Re: 1939 right rear drum install
Hi,
Finally had some time to work on the brakes. I disconnected the parking brake and adjusted the shoes in a bit and finally got the hub on. Thanks for all your help and worthwhile suggestions. I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-28-2021, 01:23 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
Re: 1939 right rear drum install
I bought this truck in 1968 before I had a driver’s license. Got it running changed the mater cylinder bled the brakes and was good to go. When I went to change the wheel cylinders I noticed in the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-28-2021, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-22-2021, 01:28 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,553
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