Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2018, 11:48 AM
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Forum: Model-A
03-18-2018, 01:27 PM
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03-17-2018, 08:41 AM
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03-13-2018, 10:36 AM
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1931 Two door Sedan
For Sale Late 1931 two door sedan. Barn find car with great patina. Easy restoration. No rust and good wood throughout. Runs and drives. This car is very complete and is super solid. Good Wyoming...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2018, 03:10 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Ottwell Health heater questions
That is what I am asking. Seeing that scoop thing I was wondering if it was just that. the funny notches in the scoop make me think it would go somewhere else. any other ideas fordbarn experts?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2018, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 6
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Ottwell Health heater questions
I bought a '31 sedan that came out of a barn and inside the car I found this piece in the pictures below. It has the words 'INTAKE STOVE OTTWELL DETROIT' on it. I am assuming that it has to do with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2018, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,686
Re: Victoria interior progress
The Lebaron Bonney Kits are some of the best. Wishing my pockets were deep enough to afford one when it comes time for my coupe.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2018, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,686
Re: Victoria interior progress
The interior looks great. Are you using a kit or are you sewing it your self? I always like upholstery work because you stay relatively clean. I need more practice with it and grow my trim skills.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2018, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 22
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Re: Accelerator Foot Rest Location
I Learned how valuable the foot rest is the first time I drove an A when I was 16 back in the 80's. I Made Dad's little roadster buck like a rodeo horse. HAHA The throttle pedal is so light I don't...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2018, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 96
Views: 18,593
Re: Rear Panhard Bar ?
Right. my understanding is the panhard bar is for keeping the rear and or front axle from moving from side to side, not help body roll. I also know you need one in the front with a cross steering car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2018, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 96
Views: 18,593
Re: Rear Panhard Bar ?
I wouldn't think it would make any difference if you ran tube shocks, stock shocks or even friction shocks as long as there wasn't any clearance issues. Was the clearance issue the reason why? I like...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2017, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 24
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Re: T5 or T10 swap
Yes I am aware of that and that disc was used for mock up purposes. I have a better one in the car now. Thank you for keeping an eye out!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 24
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Re: T5 or T10 swap
I used Crazydaddyo's conversion and am super happy with it. I used a stock bell housing and had to build an adapter for the clutch. I also read a t-5 tech on the HAMB and using Jeep, Astro van and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,801
Re: Mystery Water Pump?
I have one like that on my roadster too. I haven't had any issues with it for more than 20 years.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 04:27 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2017, 10:24 AM
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Re: More Kudos for Bert's Model A Center and..
I have always have had a great experience at Burt's. The new shop is great!. I like the fact that Steve recognizes me when I go in there even if I haven't been in in a while. Always my first choice...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2017, 04:14 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2017, 10:21 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2017, 08:14 AM
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Re: T5 transmission on model A
I run one of the 4X4 to torque tube conversions in my coupe. I Love It!!
Here is a link to my HAMB build thread that shows what I went through to get it all to work.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2017, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 11
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Re: speedometer cable length Q
Its a little off topic for this forum but I am going to need a cable that is 13" longer because of my conversion to a t-5. I thought I would find 2 cables and custom make one to the correct. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2017, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 133
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Re: Manners... A new rule...
Another Thank You for all your efforts Ryan. I haven't been on the "Barn" in a couple of weeks and I think I am glad I missed all the uproar. I have always felt this board was kinder and gentler than...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2016, 02:58 PM
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Re: what other old cars are in your garage?
I am not rich but I inherited a more than 60 year collection.
1910 Overland touring
1914 Buick Touring
1922 Buick Touring
1923 ford Depothack
1928 Ford roadster
1929 Ford Special coupe
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2016, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 36
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Re: Tube Headers for Model A
I met the guys from Geardrive at the Colorado Hill Climb. I am not sure if they build one that is not lake style. Give them a call.
http://www.lakeheaders.com/
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2016, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 10
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Re: Slightly OT, making new wooden wheels
Thanks for the link. mot too many people making wood wheels these days. I was lucky and found a guy 90 miles from Cheyenne who built a set for my 1910 Overland a few years ago.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2016, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,798
Re: Proof the old girl can still do it
My coupe has a T-5 in it with a stock 3.78 rear end. Nearest I can tell the 5th gear is about 15% overdrive. I am Running a stock engine with a Stromburg 97, Mallory dual Point and a tube header. The...
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