Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2018, 04:22 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-27-2018, 04:26 PM
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Re: 1929 Tudor Glass
I have been using Mikes A Fordables since early last year, several transactions with them and ZERO bad experiences.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2018, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 8,524
Re: Generator Question
Thank You burner31,
You have given me a lot of detailed information. certainly gives me a lot more to be aware of.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2018, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 8,524
Re: Generator Question
Thank You Kurt in NJ,
You nailed it, finally got back to the ole girl today and was able to pivot the "third brush' the one in the picture, and get the amperage to +4 amps with the lights on. Would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2018, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 8,524
Generator Question
All the threads I have read regarding 6 volt positive ground generators talk about adjusting the third brush to increase or decrease voltage output. Looking at he generator installed on my 29 Tudor...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2018, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,235
Re: Light switch body
it could also be the black part the contact plate is a little to thick. Compare the thickness of your old unit with the new one. You might find a slight (1/32") difference.
I recently installed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2018, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 13,817
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2018, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2018, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
Re: 6V Quartz Halogen Headlight Question
Short in headlight connections looks like the culprit. I did use the little black plug things and can see how the pins could short to the socket housing. Now to come up with a way to wire directly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2018, 05:49 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2018, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
Re: 6V Quartz Halogen Headlight Question
All good input, Thank You All!
Went back to the stock lamps and I still show +>20 Amps with out the engine running, I guess the ammeter is wired backwards.'cause I am thinking the ammeter should...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 08:52 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,573
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
Re: 6V Quartz Halogen Headlight Question
when you say I have the generator set to low of a rate, how can I change it? what should it be changed to?
No shorts as it a new wiring harness and all new sockets for the head lights
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 9,371
6V Quartz Halogen Headlight Question
So, I just replaced the wiring harness for the headlights, horn & tail light and also "updated" to 6V quartz halogen headlights and now the ammeter pegs out at 20 amps when the lights are on. I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2018, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,573
Re: Any clues on light switch stiffness?
I just installed a new harness on my A yesterday, the new switch block was thicker then the old one and when installed prevented the switch from turning, I removed 1/32" from the back side (where...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2018, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,866
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2018, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,866
Headlight Help Please on a 1929 Tudor
I am getting started replacing the main wiring harness for the headlights/tail light and I am perplexed on what parts I need for my 1929, two bulb headlight buckets to properly hook up the conduit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2017, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,867
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2017, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,867
Re: New guy with fuel line question
Unread Today, 06:44 PM #1
jpmag,
As long as the shut off valve for the gas tank holds no worries about changing the fuel line inside the car with fuel in the tank.
You want to start the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2017, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,309
Re: Removing Break Drums
My concern as well, something is correct between left and right e-brakes. We will see next week when I sit down to clean and inspect/adjust.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2017, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,309
Removing Break Drums
After getting the Ole Girl running this week for the first time I put her up on jack stands to begin inspecting, adjusting the brakes. Pulled three brake drums with no problem, got to the left rear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2017, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,923
Re: Just got the Ole Girl Running Today
I did get my wife in the car today for a short "joy" ride around the block. She was suitably impressed.
Got the car up on jack stands, all wheels off and the front drums off as well. Front drums...
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