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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-25-2024, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 822
Posted By Stingray70
Re: front axle spindles

Maybe give Bert's Model A Center near Denver a call? I happened to be out there a couple of weeks ago and Steve was nice enough to give me a tour of the place. It is huge and a very impressive...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-20-2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,122
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Power Issue?

Rex, after you do all of the stuff others have suggested, make sure you don't have a dragging brake (or two). Possible if the car has been sitting for a while
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-08-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,917
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Backup Camera for Model A with 6V Positive Ground

Why not just use a mini "emergency jump" box? They are small, lightweight and cheap. Most have 12v leads and a USB port. Mine even has a built in flashlight. Wire your camera straight to it to avoid...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-08-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 850
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Rebuild Procedure for a Stewart-Warner Round Speedo

Try sending a message to PapaNick. He does a nice job rebuilding speedometer for a reasonable fee. He can probably give you an idea of what is involved.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-29-2023, 06:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,366
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Stumped

You want to keep anything abrasive out of the shutoff valve. That stuff will eventually cause the valve to stick or not completely shut off.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,925
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Transmission gear gringing

Clinton, are you sure your idle isn't set too high?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,068
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Fuel tank strainer,screen?

I agree completely with you guys. I have one in my car. I do believe that properly grounding the nozzle is even more important. BTW you can get a static discharge improperly fueling a plastic...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2023, 05:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,068
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Fuel tank strainer,screen?

If you guys want to be precise, that is technically a FLAME ARRESTOR, not a SPARK ARRESTOR. Spark arrestors are typically found in exhaust systems to prevent hot particles (carbon) from passing...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-25-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,542
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Stubborn Swan Cap.

Jim, you said you removed THE set screw. On my cap, there are 2 screws that hold 2 locking tabs to the base of the cap. When I got my cat those set screws were hidden under a bunch of gunk. Took me...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,322
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Model A or T in Caribbean ?

I agree rotorwrench. Cuba is a bit different than the rest of the Caribbean in that a '58 Plymouth isn't a classic there, it is just transportation that is paid for.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,517
Posted By Stingray70
Re: 17th annual Greenwood South Carolina Model A swap meet information

Yes Brent, I believe it is the same weekend. I have also gone to the Auto Fair the past 2 years and haven't found any Model A stuff. Nothing. I think those days are over. That being said, it is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2023, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,322
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Model A or T in Caribbean ?

I would add that in the Greater Antilles countries like the DR, Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba to a lesser extent, driving a car seen as flashy is like putting a target on your back. You are just asking...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2023, 10:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,322
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Model A or T in Caribbean ?

I spent about 7 years living in the Eastern Caribbean. That time was split amongst just about all of the islands between the VI and Grenada. I never saw a single pre 1960s car. Probably only a few...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-07-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,517
Posted By Stingray70
Re: 17th annual Greenwood South Carolina Model A swap meet information

I have been the past two years. It has been fairly small. I plan to go again this year but it is less than 2 hours from me. My recommendation to you if you are going to invest in 7 hours of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-03-2023, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,195
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Strange head gasket issue

The head and block both looked OK using a metal straight edge. I used the Best gasket but the website said NOT to use anything on it. Hopefully it will be ok.

Snyders says torque the head to 55,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-03-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,195
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Strange head gasket issue

I had time to remove the head today. It came apart easily and I cleaned the block & head with carb cleaner and a microfiber towel. There is a dark line on the block that bothers me a bit. It extends...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,195
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Strange head gasket issue

It was a new head. I retorqued the head as directed at 50 miles, 100 miles and 500 miles. I ordered the Best gasket and will dig into it next week. Very curious what I find. Thanks for the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-13-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,195
Posted By Stingray70
Strange head gasket issue

I found this today. 1200 miles since rebuild, no leaks, car runs great. Snyder 5.5 head.

It looks like the core of the head gasket is squeezing out at the rear. The copper is still in place. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-23-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,635
Posted By Stingray70
Early ford wheel production

This isn't Model A but still very interesting:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbowovVdYyE
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-13-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 645
Posted By Stingray70
Door handle replacement

Hey guys. I recently got a set of nicely restored original door handles to replace the reproduction ones on my coupe. Before I open the proverbial can of worms, what is the process for removal &...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-21-2022, 07:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,363
Posted By Stingray70
Re: The shop's Christmas Tree for 2022

Hey Brent, Santa obviously made a mistake. All of that stuff was supposed to come here to our tree!
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-13-2022, 03:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,099
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Where to put the spare?

Where is your spare now? You can probably tell what your car came with by looking at the frame. I believe the factory side mount arms were riveted to the frame. The add ons would usually be...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-09-2022, 07:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,177
Posted By Stingray70
Re: 5.5 Snyder head, what else is needed or recommended?

I have the Snyders 5.5 head on an otherwise stock car. It made a huge difference while driving here in the NC mountains. I run the GAV richer than with the stock head. No need to change jet sizes.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2022, 05:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,202
Posted By Stingray70
Re: 1929 tudor flathead v8 conversion

Something else to consider when adding "performance": adding horsepower and weight is easy. But how much extra power and weight do you add before your brakes can't handle it? How fast do you drive...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-12-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,704
Posted By Stingray70
Re: Need help selling Model A estate please

Wayne, A local car museum was recently liquidated after the owner passed away. The family used Tom Mack Auctions and was VERY pleased with the results. This was the first such auction I have been...
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