Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2023, 07:21 PM
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Views: 1,913
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2023, 04:46 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 925
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2023, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 816
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2023, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 816
Door panels
Hello, Barners...
Do we know if all 30-31 sedan door panels are the same, or are the '31 slant windshields different? My car is a late '31 Briggs...
Thanks!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2023, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,783
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2023, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 8,670
Re: Update on ecklers........
Eklers/MACS is gone because of their crap customer service and never ending back orders they never fulfill. Not just Model A but other catalogs they sell too.
They’ll charge your card AFTER...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2022, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,733
Re: Frustrated
A bunch of us Model A people will be in Macungie, PA for the big car show during Das Awkscht Fescht, Aug 4-7. It's not too far from Pottstown. I'll be happy to walk you through some things to check...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-22-2022, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: 1963 galaxie gauge problems
I had to add a ground strap from the fuel tank to the cars frame. The tanks "ground" against the straps that hold it in the car. Sometimes this ground can be poor due to painted parts, etc. I've seen...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2020, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,711
Re: Not running
I tried reaching out because I'm not too far from him, but have not heard back.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2020, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Re: Distributor Seized
I pulled the pan and cleaned out everything. There were two pieces of sheared gears in there, so it was worth the job.
The old distributor is un-rebuild-able. I removed the old lower plate to see if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2020, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Re: Distributor Seized
Ok. All put together again. Everything seems to be running good. The Aluminum timing gear is definitely more noisy than the original, but seemed to quiet up some as I run it. I assume it has to "wear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2020, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,711
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2020, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Re: Distributor Seized
So I tore into everything and removed the oil pan to be sure I got all of the broken pieces. I turned the engine over by hand and inspected the cam gears. They look ok, so I definitely got lucky. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 11:21 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Re: Distributor Seized
Thanks everyone. I just read Les's book again to get an idea what to expect. It definitely seems like I got lucky so far. If all looks good in the pan (no shredded cam/timing gears) then I'll...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Distributor Seized
Took the "A" for another shakedown run today. Cruising along just fine for an hour or so, and it just quit. Figured a condenser or something. Going through my roadside checks, no spark. I pop the cap...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2019, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,135
Re: 12 volt conversion
Has anyone used the kit from Vintage Auto Garage? It looks a little more "original" With cloth wiring and a faux generator, etc...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2019, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,135
Re: 12 volt conversion
Yes, Beater. Most kits do come with the brackets. Some people make brackets out of spring shackles themselves to save $$. Then buy their own alternator, etc. I'm just not interested in that. That's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2019, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,135
12 volt conversion
Hello, everyone.
I'm doing the 12 volt conversion over the winter season. Anyone have a preferred vendor to purchase a complete kit from? I'm not interested in fabricating brackets, or piecing...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2016, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,676
Re: rebuilding of shift tower
I just saw it's on sale
http://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_model_a/model-a-ford-transmission-shift-tower-rebuild-kit.html
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2016, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 10,051
Re: Model B Motor won't Rev past 2200RPM
Check that the coil leads are on the correct side. A reversed coil will run until you put it under a good load...something that could be overlooked. Also, check distributor gear. may have broken a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2016, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,406
Re: Electric fuel pump
I bought the Airtex 6 volt pump with a Holley pressure regulator and a gauge. I will run it hidden along the frame rails from a spun aluminum fuel cell mounted in the bed. It has a nice, clean look....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2016, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,406
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2016, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,406
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2016, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,406
Electric fuel pump
Hello all.
I have a 30 CCPU and it has developed a fuel leak at the tank. I bought a good used tank, but it needs paint, etc. so it is not ready yet. I would still like to use the truck for a few...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2015, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,552
Re: hinge pins
If the hinges are strait (not twisted, etc.) then ream them so they are all even. If you are going to use the driver's side top hinge to hang a rearview mirror, make sure the reamed hole will support...
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