Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2024, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 6V to 12V converter
Hi Dick, the solenoid used on that O/D will work just fine on 6V. Even though it was designed to be used in 12V cars.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2024, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,869
Re: fuel shelf life in tank
I've given up on the tank or firewall valves. Both my cars have ball valves in the line up close by the sediment bowl. Have not had a problem in15 years.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2024, 07:41 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 622
Re: JC Whitney 1970 era horn info
try using a multimeter set to resistance. one probe on the end metal tab on the horn rod and the other probe on ground. you should have an open, no reading on the meter. Pressing the horn button...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 10:40 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 871
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2024, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 452
Re: Marvel carb
idle speed is kind of a personal preference. On my Marvel I adjust the motor idle speed when the car is fully warmed up, spark advance at about 8-9 o'clock. I then adjust the idle mixture screw. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2024, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,226
Re: Taxi Cab??
Look at the transition between the cowl and the door hinge part of the two bodies.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2024, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,747
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2024, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,557
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2024, 11:43 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 356
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2024, 11:35 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,394
Re: OT trip to England
Hi Mike, another suggestion. North of London is Warwick Castle. I really enjoyed it. Have great time whatever you do.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2024, 11:26 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,747
Re: Question about using Brumfield head
I have B-F 5.9 heads on both of my 2 Model A's. Good advice, on both motors I used a composite head gasket, not copper. Both have never leaked nor failed. Both were installed using new studs. One...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2024, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 466
Re: Door bumper installation
Make sure you remove all the old hard rubber so that cavity is clean, no debris. You have to hand trim the rubber pieces based on your door alignment.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2023, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,176
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2023, 09:43 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 964
Re: Another Horn Question
You have a short somewhere in the horn assembly. With brushes isolated from ground (motor frame). The field coils should been open with respect to the horn frame.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2023, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,256
Re: ?When to Pull the Tank?
On my Slant T/S the car had not been driven for at least 10 years. Took firewall valve off, installed a short length of pipe to attach a plastic hose. Started with 2 gallons of gas in the tank....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2023, 07:43 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 976
Re: Failed 6v Coil
If you shake your new coil and can here liquid sloshing around. That coil won't work being mounted upside down (normal for a Model A). Follow Bob's advice.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-05-2023, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,464
Re: Engine Install
Sorry Fumaze is a breather on the oil fill tube. Take of the air filter on the carb. The car will run better without it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2023, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,464
Re: Engine Install
In the first picture you have a fumaze. Hope you used it while the engine was being stored and not operated. Remove before starting the engine.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-03-2023, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,207
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2023, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,102
Re: Henry and Edsel
One of Henry Ford II first tasks was to oust Harry Bennett. He was long gone by 1966.
I would like to know the names of the other folks in the picture, anyone know?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2023, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 926
Re: Overdrive
I think that is a Columbia O/D. uses vacuum to operate it. Don't know much about it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2023, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,283
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2023, 07:39 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2023, 12:22 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,191
Re: 12 conversion
All the above about 6 volts is true. A Model A will run just fine on 6 volts just fine. The only reason to change to 12 volts is if you add Air Conditioning to your Model A! Our touring car, 31...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2023, 11:58 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 464
Re: Stock 30/31 RPU Seat
In 31 the bottom spring changed; I think it may have been when the indented fire wall was phased in. The later spring is shorter front to back.
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