Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2026, 06:48 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2026, 02:28 PM
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Re: 1931 Roadster door catch screw or bolt?
I was thinking the same thing, katy. I'm going to ensure one screw is always holding that plate and perhaps use washers with a cutout (like a donut missing a bite) for shims. Thanks for replying.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2026, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 360
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2026, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 10
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Re: 1931 Roadster door catch screw or bolt?
Hi. Thanks much for responding. I don't have to replace the latches w repros. I just need to shim the existing ones out likely about 1/16" (maybe a washer) so that the door doesn't hit it. The door...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2026, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2026, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 10
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1931 Roadster door catch screw or bolt?
Can anyone tell me if the body door catches on a 1931 roadster are held on with screws into the frame, or bolts with nuts. I'd like to take one off and shim it about 1/16 or so, but I'm concerned...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2024, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 7
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Model A roadster pickup basic question
Hi all, I formerly had a Model A Fordor but am interested in a roadster pickup. The last few I've seen for sale indicate the top does not fold down, but instead must be unbolted and removed. Can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2020, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 2
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1930 Model A Ford horn switch repair
I was searching the Ford Barn for how to repair the steering-wheel horn switch on a 1930-31 Model A Ford.
I found a helpful blog post from 2006 on the subject and wanted to help the Ford Barn...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2019, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Hi everyone. Sorry for the delay but I finally got to the car again. It turns out you were all on the right track re a bad electrical connection. The problem was the clamp on the positive battery...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-05-2019, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Steve, Will (and everyone else) I appreciate your taking the time to wade through all I wrote. I was trying things as you fine people were providing advice.
You and others are right in that when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Thanks for all those points, Farrell. Re your suggestions:
- cleaned the switch and starter post
- checked the switch every which way for short. all ok. Post for battery cable has 3 insulated...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Just a note re adequate grounding and such. I think all that's OK. The car has been incredibly reliable and started every time for the last two years. This all started a few days ago when I think I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Thank you Joe. Per your advice, I confirmed a good current path between starter and battery. (By the way, battery positive post goes to the starter, neg to the frame (through cutoff switch), so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Can't believe how helpful everyone is even on July 4th. I wish I could buy you all a burger and a beer. :)
I just did what Joe K suggested: "try the jumper cable between the battery post and the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Here's a photo showing how I've removed the starter from the circuit, and connected the starter-side battery cable directly to the wire to the junction box. In this state, I've got 12V through and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Re: Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Hi all. Thanks much for the speedy help! The battery definitely has 12V (I tested w cables detached.) The cables are fine and the cutoff switch is fine. I've confirmed all.
The starter end of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,167
Model A starter clunk then no electrical
Hi everyone. First post here and I'm not an expert. Thanks in advance for your advice and patience.
I've a 1930 Model A. Has 12V conversion.Worked perfect for 2 years. Last week went to start...
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