Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2016, 05:52 AM
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Replies: 5
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1931 Deluxe Phaeton 180A
What color is this car? We bought this car to drive at the National in Toledo, and had a great time with it but now we are going to sell it because we need the room. The car runs wonderfully, great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2015, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,780
Transporting Canadian car to US
I bought a Canadian built car and want to bring it to the US. Anybody have experience with this process? Is this a big hassle? Any recommendations of transporters that do this ?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2015, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,985
Car transporter sought
Anybody know of a transporter coming from Detroit area and headed towards Washington DC?
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Forum: Late V8
11-02-2015, 01:48 PM
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Replies: 0
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-10-2015, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 981
Differences between 1932 and 1934 4 cyl engines
Are there any differences between the blocks, pistons and crankshafts of a 1932 and later (say 1934) 4 cylinder engines? In other words, are they the same engines? How can you tell the differences in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2014, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,656
Re: 1931 190 A Victoria Leatherback
A few years ago, there was a detailed article regarding the front seats. Contact the A400 group to see if you can obtain a copy of that article. It will enlighten you about the resources and parts...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2014, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,104
Re: 1931 190 A Victoria Leatherback
The early Victorias used the more narrow front seats which were mounted to the floor using a long rod passing through steel brackets mounted to the wood floor rails; the driver bracket had three...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2014, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,946
Optima battery hold down bracket
Has anyone used the Optima battery hold down bracket that Mike's Affordable Model A Parts offers? Is it compatible with the stock cables?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-27-2014, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,610
Borg Warner Transmission
I have obtained a Borg Warner 5 speed transmission with a spline attached to the tail. Supposedly, this transmission will fit a Model A with some modifications. Any idea what vehicle this might have...
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Forum: Model-A
10-12-2014, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 0
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2014, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,558
Standard Roadster Top
Is a 1928-29 Roadster top assembly the same as a 1930-31 Standard top assembly? I have a complete assembly that I am going to take to Hershey to sell, but I am not sure what year it fits. Are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-12-2014, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 8,136
Optima Battery
Where is the best place to buy a 6 volt Optima Battery? Can these be sent through the mail, since they are sealed and do not have any acid ?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-08-2014, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,768
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2014, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,037
Re: Good radiator
Bought a 1930 radiator from Brassworks, has two problems: 1) Filler neck too short, can't use an original Stanco locking Motometer cap which does fit the original radiator, 2) tabs that connect the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2014, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,675
Enclosed Transport
My friends are investigating the prospect of transporting 10-12 Model A's from Texas to New England. Does anybody have any experience with a company that can handle that many cars?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2014, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,060
1929 Rumble lid replacement
I have a 1929 deck lid with many dents which are hard to get out, and I was considering replacing the outer skin with a reproduction skin. There are several compound curves in the original outer...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2014, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,183
1930 Coupe Wiper Motor
I have a 1930 Coupe, with an original Trico vacuum motor with the two screws on the small cover. The wiper motor shaft hits the outside frame surface, and appears that 1/2" spacers between the...
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Forum: Early V8
02-25-2014, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 653
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-19-2013, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,071
Re: V8 Clutch conversion
Although I greatly appreciate the input regarding trying to adjust the assembly on the car, I removed the tranny and found: many small cracks and scoring in the flywheel surface; irregular wear on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2013, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,071
Re: V8 Clutch conversion
This is the second time the clutch has given problems, the clutch in there has maybe 500 miles on it, and it grabs, sticks and sometimes chatters. I figured if I am going to tear it down again I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2013, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,071
V8 Clutch conversion
Having had problems with the clutch chattering and unable to adjust it out, we are planning to replace the clutch with a V8 clutch. Where is a good supply source for a flywheel , pressure plate, and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2013, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Re: Generator Overchargeing
The generator was working fine, but stopped charging, so it was replaced with another that worked OK.
Another Model A I have developed charging issues, so I pulled this one off the shelf and put it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2013, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Generator Overchargeing
The generator on my 1931 puts out 20 amps, and moving the third brush doesn't reduce the output. What is the problem and how do you fix it? Thanks much
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-26-2013, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,226
47 Flathead carburater woes
Have a 47 flathead running on a Holley 2100 with a Purolater electric fuel pump and a flow meter set at 2.5. Starts up easily, runs and drives for 10 minutes, then looses power and stops. With...
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Forum: Early V8
03-15-2013, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,060
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