Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2019, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,727
Re: Coil failure ?
The condenser would be the first suspect on my list Those original style condensers are real cheaply made inside take one apart. After taking one apart and seeing how the connections are made and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2019, 12:30 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 8,233
Re: Turn Signals . . . Your Thoughts
Turn signals are a MUST for me . I tried driving using hand signals
and twice when making a left turn the car behind me PASSED ME ON THE LEFT with my hand and finger pointing straight out...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2019, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,828
Re: Model A Brake rivets
I bought these rivets years ago they have no number on them . There does not appear to be enough length for them to work properly the end barely goes past the hole in the shoe ( on the inside of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2019, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,190
Re: Shut Off Valve Leaking
Another comment . I just installed a Sears 2405 carburetor made by Marvel Shebler . NO LEAKING AT ALL ! even if I forget to shut off the fuel also NO STALLING ! and much slower idling to boot ....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2019, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,190
Re: Shut Off Valve Leaking
YES I had the same problem and bought a new original type shut off valve .That lasted less than a year so I bought another one and it developed the same problem ! My wife can smell the slightest gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-28-2019, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,828
Model A Brake rivets
Anyone know the length of Model A Service brake lining rivets ? I puchased a package of " Model A brake lining rivets " and they are to short at least for the linings I have here . I measure 5/16...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2019, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 10,287
Re: radiator failure
My radiator filler neck broke off with the Quail on it and landed on the road ! I removed the radiator outer shell and cap, Drained the coolant down below the upper radiator tank, , Hung a heat gun...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2019, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,582
Re: Start up w/o coolant, REALLY !
I just fill it with water, start it up drive around a bit THEN when there are no leaks or problems I let it cool , drain it, pour in one and a half gallons of Ethelene Glycol anti freeze (Prestone)...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2018, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 1
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O RING type U Joint seal ?
Anyone tried the newer O-ring ( tubing ) type of U Joint seal ? I see them for sale on Ebay but not in the Model A catalogs (yet) . I did buy one and am about to install it . just wondering if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2017, 12:44 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,926
Re: Gas valve won't shut off
Thanks guys . Some good suggestions and good information . I Already have the little screen that sticks up in the gas tank installed myself it has been in there about 10 years now. Had the Model A...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2017, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,926
Gas valve won't shut off
Got a new under dash Gas shutoff valve for my 1929 Model A about one year ago . Now the last 2 times I shut it off it allowed gas to trickle into the carburetor . This makes for a gas smell in the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-06-2017, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 16,580
Re: Installing a steering stabilizer
Thanks GM ... I just got a steering stabilizer from mac's it came with no instructions even tho the receipt in the box says with instr. on it so with your post here I got it installed ok B0B :)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2017, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 0
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Wanted good 1931 2 tooth steering column or 1930 ?
I have been looking for a good steering column without the steering wheel for a 1931 Coupe for my friend who is on Dialysis . The one in his coupe has been butchered up by someone it was cut up and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2017, 08:13 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,909
Re: INSERT ENGINE FROZE UP ! 31 Model A fordoor
Well we got the engine out today . Found the bearing closest to the flywheel seized right on the crankshaft . Managed to pop it off without damaging the crankshaft (We hope) . Lots of aluminum stuck...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2017, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,909
Re: INSERT ENGINE FROZE UP ! 31 Model A fordoor
Thanks guys your the best I knew you would know of this problem ... Sounds to me that the engine probably has aluminum type bearing surfaces on the inserts . It died just like Dave in MN said his...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2017, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,909
INSERT ENGINE FROZE UP ! 31 Model A fordoor
Engine was rebuilt in California the seller said has inserts and crankshaft with balancing weights etc. it WAS hard to crank by hand we thought it needed to break in but ran good now yesterday...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2016, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,779
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2016, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,164
Re: High compression head ?
Thanks Guys for your comments . My friend does not have a compression tester he lives about 40 miles from me . I just thought that someone would know what the number 10 means that is on the head . ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2016, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,164
High compression head ?
My friend has a 31 coupe new to him I was helping work on it he thinks it may have a high compression head the only marking on it is the number 10 on top near to the water inlet the numbers are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2013, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,810
Spark and Throttle Levers or rods
I bought new Spark and Throttle rods or levers for my 1929 Model A and have run into a problem . I got new springs for these the springs that were on there had been cut roughly in half by a previous...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2013, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,121
Re: installing 31 steering column bracket on 29
I Have a 29 with the 31 bracket installed it has been in there for years and works fine. The bracket top attaches behind the removable dash piece where the ventilation holes are using 1/4 inch grade...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2013, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,753
Sullivans garage one of the good guys !
Mark Sullivan went out of his way to send me the correct parts for my Model A . I had ordered the parts some time ago last summer and when they arrived they were the wrong part probably because...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-17-2012, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,195
LOST $$$ On Ebay Purchase
:( Back in July I purchased two stainless steel throttle and spark rods on Ebay . With all the activity ,club meetings and parades going on I set them on the work bench unopened until the end of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-02-2012, 12:23 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,743
Re: Quail Thermostat
I have seen them tested by holding the bottom end in a pan of boiling water the thermometer should go most of the way up. You need to get used to where it reads normally on YOUR Model A. Bob in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2012, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 7,358
Re: Safe and effective air filter options?
Clyde That is a nice filter installation there I like it .. Looks like you have the same size or nearly the same K&N filter I do . Mine is Vertical like the original air maze I fabricated a sheet...
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