Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-16-2021, 08:46 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2021, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 223
Re: Trunk hinge install Help!!
The bracket in your third picture attaches to the side of the trunk opening on the body. The hinge pin is screwed in from the inside (head facing towards the outside of trunk) and into the lower...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2021, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 611
Re: 28 Broadlace trim
Here's the broadlace trim on my VE-28 Coupe. It is very close to original. If your interior will be in the brown tones, your broadlace trim would also be in brown.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-03-2021, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 611
Re: 28 Broadlace trim
The broadlace trim was used on Coupes, Sport Coupes, Tudors, and Business Coupes with cloth interiors in 1928 and not used in the 1929 models.
The RG&JS does indicate that Canadian Sport Coupes also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2021, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 716
Re: Nitrocellulose
Hibernia Restorations used to mix nitrocellulose lacquer but I doubt they still sell it. I bought several gallons from them over 20 years ago and was very satisfied with it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2020, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 688
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Forum: Model-A
12-22-2020, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 494
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2020, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 804
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2020, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 298
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2020, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,692
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Forum: Model-A
11-22-2020, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 473
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-22-2020, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 2,145
Re: Most Difficult Restoration Tasks
Actually, the first generation rear engine mounts (on the first 200 vehicles) go together more like current Float-a-Motors. There is a bracket riveted to the frame rail that a thick piece of rubber...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2020, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 2,145
Re: Most Difficult Restoration Tasks
For me currently is assembling the very early 28 equalizer break system along with the first type rear engine mounts. Everything must be done in sequence otherwise it won't all fit together. I...
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Forum: Model-A
11-18-2020, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 571
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2020, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 935
Re: Bent timing pin
My guess is that the timing pin was bent when someone was reinstalling the engine. They probably used a 2X4 to pry the engine into place, placing it down in the front crossmember and pushing against...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2020, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,011
Re: Steering wheel paint
It would help if you mentioned which steering wheel you have. I have repaired red '28 wheels by filling cracks with Super Glue and fine dust from another red wheel. After that, I simply sanded the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2020, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 351
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2020, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,497
Re: Original Fan Belts...NOS
Yes, both of those original belts sold right away! The first original one I bought was at Hershey probably 15+ years ago. I paid $600. It was not NOS.
I have seen NOS brown fan belts sold for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2020, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 423
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Forum: Model-A
11-12-2020, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 494
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Forum: Model-A
11-12-2020, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 297
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-11-2020, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,075
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-11-2020, 01:35 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 358
Re: External door handles
What you have are a Chinese attempt to reproduce a Model A door handle. Unfortunately, they are not even close to original door handles.
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Forum: Model-A
11-07-2020, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 473
Early 1928 Radiator Shell
Early '28 radiator shell with holes for the woven lacing. It is in very restorable condition. There are a few dents that can easily be worked. There is some rust on the bottom front but not bad...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2020, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 382
Re: The Spindle Bolt Locking Pin: A-3122
Steve, it is really pretty simple. You can mill a round notch in the later style spindle bolts that will then work with the early style round locking pins. It's best if you can use an early style...
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