Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2023, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,434
Re: 6 blade fan
The two blade should be good to go that's what I run and had/have no issues except the overheating inside the car... so the driving was limited to early AM home usually before it got too hot but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2023, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,434
Re: 6 blade fan
mcgarrett
I never used water wetter (there are a few diff brands out there) until this past year and the TEXAS HEAT was horrible and the days I drove after adding the water wetter the temp was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2023, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,025
Re: Poll Re Driving Original Model "A"
My experience is both YES and NO ...
The term "purist" is the main sticking point. I am not a purist but want to preserve the iconic style of my car but acknowledge the I must adapt or be very...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-28-2023, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 437
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-28-2023, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 437
Shoebox seatbelt installs
I will be moving the front seat back to the factory position (was moved forward for a much shorter driver) and looking for any input on seatbelt installs others have accomplished or tried and decided...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-17-2023, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 2,928
Good Morning Nice Car conversation
Had an admirer this morning asks the usual questions like: Nice looking car win any car shows? What year? What kind of car? You know the usual...
So the answers went kinda like this: Good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-12-2023, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 854
Re: Gas shut-off leaks-I think
Good luck measure twice then one more time before you cut the line because it has to fit spot on as there is no way to manipulate the distance. I cut the line on the curved side (where I wanted the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-12-2023, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 854
Re: Gas shut-off leaks-I think
I have replaced my shutoff valve twice over the last few years due to internal leakage when closed. $25 in fittings and a ball valve from Ace hardware installed on an extra fuel line equals no more...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-12-2023, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 799
Re: '50 3 speed with overdrive question
Thanks for all the info and the PDF is much appreciated!!! You all have provided enough help to know that what I'm hearing is normal operation of the transmission. A single click is heard...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-05-2023, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 799
'50 3 speed with overdrive question
New to me 1950 Custom 3 speed w/ overdrive and 239ci V8 and my question is about what I think are transmission clicking noises which seem to be RPM specific (shift points maybe).
The basic...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2023, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,585
Re: Shoebox resources
Ok Concourse and Vanpelt Sales as well as Flatheads Forever, and The Flat Spot have been added to the resource list.
THANKS again for all the great comments and for those asking the car is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-28-2023, 05:44 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,585
Re: Shoebox resources
Thanks again for the complements and help. My uncle made an "engine cover" but one of the first things he said was "you can take it off if you want." may may not it is how he liked it so will keep it...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-20-2023, 08:51 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,585
Re: Shoebox resources
Yep 3 speed w/overdrive and thanks, my uncle did a fantastic job finishing this car about 10 years ago so now it's my turn to care for it and cruise!!!
Thanks everyone for the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2023, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,585
Shoebox resources
My first time in the Early V8 group (usually in the Model A group) Just added my uncles 1950 Shoebox to my garage and looking for resources to learn from; any other websites or FB pages you would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2023, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Adding ritght side tail light
SOOOO had a little rear-ender (@VERY SLOW SPEED) and the driver stated they did not see any stop lights or in my case light as I only have the left stop light. So I will be adding the right side. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2022, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2022, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
Re: 16in wheel tires
Thanks for the link LOTS of car pics there!!
700x16 and 600x16 seems to be the not too hotrod look
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2022, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
Re: 16in wheel tires
YES there are spokes in the wheels behind the hubcaps.
I just have not been able to find a hubcap that matches that design.
For all I know they are not ford wheels at all. I'm sure they...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2022, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2022, 07:40 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
Re: 16in wheel tires
Ok so you all know; I do have the original 19in wheels I plan to keep and use for those times that 1930s Model A specific look in desired.
I also have my family car that had the wheels in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2022, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,280
16in wheel tires
Have a question for those of you who have 16in 1935+ ford wire wheels installed on your car.
What size tire are you running?
Same size front and back?
Same width front and back?
And finally I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2021, 09:47 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 10,314
Re: Why do you own a Model A?
I was expecting to read "Your reason" in the post...
I would say I do not "own" a Model A but am the caretaker for my families (Grandfathers) Model A, and only became that after my Uncle had his...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2021, 09:22 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,676
Re: Where is the water going?
There may be a "Gatorade" bottle visible in the picture that is attached to my overflow tube:D.
We have dogs so as many know; antifreeze and dogs do not mix...
I am looking for one of the "tool...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2021, 10:26 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,416
Re: Radius rod ball kit
For the cost of the "kit" it is worth the expense to see if it takes care of the issue or at least buys you some time until you can do a full "Metal" ball replacement.
I installed one of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2021, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,206
Re: Front wheel bearing grease caps?
YEP What Carl said! My car actually has a cap on the drivers side and no cap on the passenger side. SO got a set of replacement caps and the passenger side cap will not fit over the keyed washer...
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