Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2022, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,058
Re: Frosty intake manifold
Thanks. Just wondering if it might be related to carbon build-up in the combustion chamber. The plugs were pretty sooty.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2022, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,058
Frosty intake manifold
Was working on a friend's car (which was running poorly) and noticed that the intake manifold frosted-up when the car was first started. Frost stayed there for quite a while till the engine was good...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-08-2018, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 9,998
Re: 6 volt generator output
I can jump-start it, and the engine starts and runs fine. Have never driven more than about 45 minutes. After initial start, I can get another start or two. After that, starter begins to turn over...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-08-2018, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 9,998
6 volt generator output
Working on a '39 Mercury which doesn't hold a battery charge too well, and wondering what the generator output should be. Guessing around 7 volts? Thanks.
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-13-2018, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,318
No internal oil line
Disclaimer: I am a Model A'er, but new to T's, so please excuse my ignorance. I have a '26 engine that probably has not run since the 1970's. Am currently gathering up miscellaneous external engine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2017, 10:30 PM
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Replies: 104
Views: 22,069
Re: Car shows
Amen to the revulsion of loud "50's" music. Not a fan of the "muscle car" culture either. Good car show? The curmudgeon in me just wants to see pre-WWII stockers parked on grass, with no music and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2016, 10:39 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,563
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
04-12-2016, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,140
24 touring seat wood
Am about to manufacture new tack strips for the rear seat. Have some partial and well worn original wood for templates. Is the the top, cross-piece flat and straight, or does it have a slight...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2016, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 7,484
Re: Warford Overdrive Questions
Am running a Warford on 1930 dump with four-speed trans and high speed rear end. Not certain of MPH increase in overdrive (never checked) but use "over" for most driving except with a load then I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2016, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 53
Views: 9,694
Re: Life is too short, use and enjoy your cars
The "Tomorrow Trap" That's a good one, Pooch. Sadly, It describes most of civilization. Similar to what you might call the "Goal Trap". The fixation on setting and achieving goals (very Western)...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-11-2016, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 9,350
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2015, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,936
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2015, 09:41 PM
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Replies: 173
Views: 98,798
Re: Model A CRASH??
Regarding the '28 Phaeton (#3 above), I witnessed this accident about 5 or 6 years ago. The accident took place on a two-lane, paved, county road. We were following the phaeton at about 35 or 40...
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