Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2019, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,755
Re: GAV Knob Question
Yes, I would check to be sure that the knob isn't loose! When I brought my newly-acquired '30 coupe home I was annoyed that turning the GAV didn't have any effect on the engine. It seemed to turn OK,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2019, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 12,238
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2019, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 12,238
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2019, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 12,238
Re: Engine Stand
100IH - Yes, Thanks! I get it! V8 folks have the same issue. That's why I asked the question - I just didn't know how to do the side mount. With the side mount I should be able to leave clutch and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2019, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 12,238
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2019, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 12,238
Engine Stand
I'm getting ready to pull my engine and I want to be sure that I have my engine stand properly set up. What do folks use as an adapter to hold the engine on the stand. Must be able to pull head and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2019, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,286
Re: Engine install with transmission
Install the new tranny first. I have just finished watching the excellent DVD by Diablo A's on removing and replacing engines. They left the tranny in place and it seemed to go very well. I recommend...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2019, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 70
Views: 11,996
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2019, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2019, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
Re: Back in the day!!
'49 Buick fastback, '54 Chrysler Newport hardtop, '54 Buick Century hardtop, '59 Jaguar Mark 9 Saloon, and some other really cool stuff!!!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2019, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2019, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
Re: Back in the day!!
Long gone!! I sold it when I entered the Naval Academy in 1960. But then I bought another just like it when I graduated. I drove it to work for five years when I was stationed on two different...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2019, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,858
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2019, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
Back in the day!!
Here's a picture of me with my '30 Tudor in Dam Neck, VA in 1958. I drove the car down from MA and then back when I finished school. Lots of stories to tell!!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2019, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,858
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2019, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Shock fluid/oil
I just bought a set of rebuilt shocks at a fair price. They do not say "Houdaille" on them and the rebuilder says they are repops from maybe the 70's. Made in Chicago. He says he used 80/90 wt. gear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2019, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2019, 10:00 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Re: Bolt confusion
Thanks for the heads up on Roy Nacewicz!! He's been the go-to guy for V8 folks for many years - I didn't realize he did Model A's also. They are great guys and run a top-notch outfit!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2019, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,688
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2019, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,688
Re: Problems with windshield hitting gastank
I bought a really pretty '30 coupe a couple of months ago that has this problem. It's been too cold for me to really work on it, but you guys have been great in explaining the problem and suggesting...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2019, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 59
Views: 10,095
Re: Pronunciations
My mother always said Koopay. Everyone else said Koop!!! And it was Willis back in the day.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2019, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2019, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
Re: Table of Finishes
Thanks! I don't know the book you are referencing, so I'll have to look for it. I really appreciate the help!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2019, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,885
Re: 30w oil
I agree with Synchro909. Oils today are so much better than in 1930 that anything would be better. We shouldn't get all wrapped around recommendations from 1930. They were fine for the technology of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2019, 02:18 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
Re: Table of Finishes
OK, I found the answer to the fender question on page 13-9 of the Standards. Still need to know about the dash.
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