Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2021, 01:44 PM
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Views: 1,532
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2021, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 89
Views: 3,395
Re: A question for old guys
Who you calling "old"? I am 78 and still do all my own work and even do a lot of maintenance for other Model A'ers who cant. Just do it a a slower pace.
Rember two things. U dont git old 'til...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2021, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,522
Re: Max RPM's
No, it was not a stock engine. Counterbalanced crank, custon cam. BF head, and most important - balanced engine. ken
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2021, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,522
Re: Max RPM's
years ago when i was hill climbing, I woild not think twice about reving to 3600 - 4000 before popping the clutch, then winding back up to around 4000 before shifting into second gear. Dangerous -...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 470
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 470
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 933
Re: Connecting Rod (Insert) Question for rebuild
When buying new pistons, the pins come already in the pistons. They are a press fit. When I say "press" that means they are pressed with your thumbs or the heal of your hand. It is a very snug...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2021, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 432
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2021, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 432
Re: 1930 Model a Woody
Had the same issue when I wanted carpet for my 1930 Woody wagon. Got carpet runners from Lowes. Material was 5 ft. wide and bought by the foot - i think I got 6 ft long piece. Kinds...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2021, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 380
Re: 29 closed cab on 30-31 chassis
yes it will, but, the radiator will sit at the wrong height and willl have to be shimmed up to make the radiator and hood fit right. I am working that very senerio right now with my chassi, cowl and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2021, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,087
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-18-2020, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
Re: Alternator Hasn't Kick In
Not all alternators perform the same way. Lets assumeyou have a GM -1 wire, which is probably the most common adaption. Some will not even kick in and produce electricity until your engine reaches...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-15-2020, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,492
Re: Consensus on brake drums
The original steel drums were not but .140 - .144. from the factory. After 90 years of turning and returning finding steel drums that are still .120 or more is a VERY rare thing. Most are in the .080...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2020, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 83
Views: 10,252
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 582
Re: Mod a water neck for gage
Charlie is right. The casting is too thin to drill and tap = only about 1/8 to 3/16 thick.. I build mine like this. 1/4" piece of pipe nipple welded to face of gooseneck - out of way of head nut. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,121
Re: rear wheel stud installation
That little "triangle shaped guide" is nothing but a line up guide in the hub. I use a pres that makess 28 to 30 tons. All that pressure has to be on the stud - not he drum. Takes a special "jig"...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2020, 08:20 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,963
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2020, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,864
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2020, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 2,843
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2020, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 896
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2020, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 896
Re: Front Axle Staightening
I took mine to same auto machine shop that is doing the work on my crankshaft and block. He has a 100 ton press and has it now straightened. Took him about 30 minutes.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2020, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,303
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2020, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 2,587
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2020, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 879
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2020, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,401
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