Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 08:17 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 08:15 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2021, 07:51 AM
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Re: flywheel info
I concur with Brent. I have three cars with V-8 pressure plates. One has a 42 # flywheel, One has a stock Model A flywheel - 64#, and one has a V-8 flywheel - 54#. As faar as daily driving I can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 07:47 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 05:58 PM
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Re: Synders radiator vs stock
I hsv put Snyders HD ($585) radiator in one of mine and one customers cars within the last two years. Both of us are perfectly happy with the radiators.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2021, 08:09 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2021, 07:47 AM
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Re: Four ring piston?
Looks like 4 rings to me. I had a set of pistons like that, came out of an engine rebuilt (shade tree) in the 1960's, Pistons went ot the scrap yard, ordered new ones.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2021, 08:53 PM
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Re: Wrap the steering wheel with rope?
Saw a "rope wrapped" stering wheel on FB a few days ago.. Me thots were I like that and it would look gud on my speedster build. So after several hours of commercials between oldl western movies...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2021, 01:44 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2021, 09:03 AM
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Re: A question for old guys
Who you calling "old"? I am 78 and still do all my own work and even do a lot of maintenance for other Model A'ers who cant. Just do it a a slower pace.
Rember two things. U dont git old 'til...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2021, 07:29 AM
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Re: Max RPM's
No, it was not a stock engine. Counterbalanced crank, custon cam. BF head, and most important - balanced engine. ken
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2021, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 47
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Re: Max RPM's
years ago when i was hill climbing, I woild not think twice about reving to 3600 - 4000 before popping the clutch, then winding back up to around 4000 before shifting into second gear. Dangerous -...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:25 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:22 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:21 AM
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Re: Connecting Rod (Insert) Question for rebuild
When buying new pistons, the pins come already in the pistons. They are a press fit. When I say "press" that means they are pressed with your thumbs or the heal of your hand. It is a very snug...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2021, 08:53 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2021, 08:49 AM
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Re: 1930 Model a Woody
Had the same issue when I wanted carpet for my 1930 Woody wagon. Got carpet runners from Lowes. Material was 5 ft. wide and bought by the foot - i think I got 6 ft long piece. Kinds...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2021, 09:07 AM
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Re: 29 closed cab on 30-31 chassis
yes it will, but, the radiator will sit at the wrong height and willl have to be shimmed up to make the radiator and hood fit right. I am working that very senerio right now with my chassi, cowl and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2021, 04:02 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-18-2020, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 955
Re: Alternator Hasn't Kick In
Not all alternators perform the same way. Lets assumeyou have a GM -1 wire, which is probably the most common adaption. Some will not even kick in and produce electricity until your engine reaches...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-15-2020, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 21
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Re: Consensus on brake drums
The original steel drums were not but .140 - .144. from the factory. After 90 years of turning and returning finding steel drums that are still .120 or more is a VERY rare thing. Most are in the .080...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2020, 10:08 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 01:13 PM
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Re: Mod a water neck for gage
Charlie is right. The casting is too thin to drill and tap = only about 1/8 to 3/16 thick.. I build mine like this. 1/4" piece of pipe nipple welded to face of gooseneck - out of way of head nut. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 10
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Re: rear wheel stud installation
That little "triangle shaped guide" is nothing but a line up guide in the hub. I use a pres that makess 28 to 30 tons. All that pressure has to be on the stud - not he drum. Takes a special "jig"...
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