Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2023, 05:17 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2023, 04:17 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,233
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2019, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,073
Re: Babbitt
Is the rear seal on the v8 block the same as the model a? I see the same style drain tube.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2019, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,032
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2019, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 6,067
Re: Rear Main Bearing Oil Behavior
One very important factor is crankcase pressure from blow by past the rings , this is certainly more important than what is going on in the bell housing.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2019, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 104
Views: 42,427
Re: LED Headlights
All modern cars lights blind me if i look straight at them, its because they are brighter. You really dont need to be a mechanical engineer to own a model a. Try them out, if you see better they are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2019, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,109
Re: Brake floaters
I feel i wasted a lot of time messing with the rears. I would just do the fronts if i were to do it again.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2018, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 217
Views: 42,597
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2018, 05:39 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,549
Re: Engine runs rough unles GAV is open 3/4 turn
If the fuel has up to 10% ethanol like here in nj, I would think that would be a reason to have to run the GAV richer (or more open). I am always kind of amazed that gasoline today will still run a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2018, 05:25 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 9,543
Re: Stroke
Great to hear from you! Hope your recovery goes well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2018, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,105
Re: Engine [Near] Death
I had my oil return pipe come loose right when i first got my coupe. I was lucky it was only a couple blocks from my return to my home, trail of oil out the drive and down the street. Previous...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-04-2018, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Re: leakless water pump
I had to grind mine to clear the fan same as you . Castings seem to be machined off center.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2018, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,678
Re: Clutch Chatter & Flywheel run-out
I could be wrong but I thought original ford discs had solid hubs with no cushion springs. I dont think that a person should have to break in the clutch but if the surfaces are too rough it might be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2018, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,678
Re: Clutch Chatter & Flywheel run-out
I think Bill is on to something here. I have also had the experience of
a new disc and pressure plate needing some wear to work smoothly. It was mentioned that the flywheel had grinding marks. When...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2018, 06:50 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,173
1933 floating motor mount ad
I have an old Automobile Trade Journal from 1933. It has lots of old ads for auto parts, tools etc. This is one I thought some might find interesting.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2018, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,044
Re: Mike wings aka "wingski"
Very sad to here this. I remember he was upset when he was trying to sell his car. I really dont think anyone meant to disrepect him. Seemed frustrated when he left , may he rest in peace.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2018, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,404
Heat from engine inside car
On my 30 coupe I noticed hot air coming into the cab from under the fuel tank at the ends. I found it was coming in at the lower body corners just below the floor and up behind the kick panels . I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2018, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 10,188
Re: Different take on seat belts
My coupe has lap belts and I wish it had shoulder belts too. I dont trust those door latches at all. It is easy to feel confident when you have the wheel to hang on to but a passenger is just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2018, 03:17 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,525
Re: Size matters !
I have been thinking the most important tools i need to work on my model a are my carbide burrs. Seems every part i buy has some issue that requires cutting or finishing. Most recently put on a new...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2018, 08:59 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 9,665
Re: My Mitchell synchro trans experience
I agree this could easily be fixed before shipment. Somewhere along the process a decision was made to simply let it go. Let the customer figure it out. There is really no excuse . This is not good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2018, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 9,665
My Mitchell synchro trans experience
I wanted to make our coupe easier for my wife to drive so after much research on this forum and others I decided to order a synchronized transmission from Mitchell manufacturing. I ordered it through...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2018, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,684
old wrench
My grand father gave me this old wrench he found in some junk when I was about ten years old in Okla. He said it was a model a ford wrench. I don't know if he really thought it was or if he just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2018, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 1
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tie rod questions
While looking around under my 30 coupe I noticed that when the wheels were turned to full lock either direction the tie rod was rubbing on the nut for the front motor mount. I think this is at least...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2018, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,500
Re: Thats it for me
Recently I was working in our kitchen tiling the floor, my wife walked in with her Samsung tablet to show me a video. I reached over to raise the volume while she was holding it. Well, a big spark...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2018, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,513
Re: A of the day
Hi Bill , great picture. I just wanted to say I really enjoyed your web page , I thought I was a gearhead but you are in a class of your own.
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