Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 02:34 AM
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Re: Timing gears
Celeron was a process/material developed by General Electric where canvas or linnen fabric was impregnated with phenolic resin. These 'prepegs" could be compression molded around a metal hub and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2024, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 648
Re: what is this? mag drive?
All vintage 4 cyl automotive magnetos- Bosch, Eiseman, Dixie, Splitdorff,Bendix, etc, with the exception of Wycos, run at crankshaft speed. These magnetos have a 2:1 reduction gear set built into...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2024, 01:41 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 648
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-16-2024, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 522
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-16-2024, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 734
Re: Brass Polish?
Simichrome all the way- tried Never-Dull and it was not what I expected. Simichrome took 1/4 the effort and in half the time - sorry Dodge.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2024, 01:37 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,273
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2024, 01:34 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,259
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder
Donovan is no longer offering the D block for sale as far as I'm aware. The block will accept any Model A/B flathead or Overhead valve head made for an A or B block as the cylinder spacing and head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2024, 11:27 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 756
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2024, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 296
Re: 28 roadster seat frame and riser
You should probably give Brookville a call. Snyders makes seat springs as part of their regular business, but i'm not sure about them being the manufacturer of seat risers.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2024, 01:48 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,581
Re: Rotor position at TDC
Easy way to find your compression stroke is to just put a finger over the spark plug hole while you are cranking the engine over and when you feel pressure increasing, you're there. Now look in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2024, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,404
Re: Motor stand adapter for Model A engine
Just FYI for you guys on engine stand adapters. The KRW stands have the engine pretty well balanced. The center of rotation on a KRW stand adapter is 7" from the bellhousing surface and about 4...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2024, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 878
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2024, 02:18 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 878
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2024, 02:23 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 3,325
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2024, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 8,459
Re: internal engine enamel
I've used the Srayon version of insulating varnish for many years with great results- seems just a durable as Glyptal from my experience. Do or don't- thats your choice, but I second the comments...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2024, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 3,325
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2024, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,497
Re: Pressurized center main bearing?
Garden variety compression fittings on copper tubing tend to crack at the point where the ferrule bites into the tubing so they are not the best fitting for inside an engine where they are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2024, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 981
Re: Turlock swap
Yup- good swap met over all. Weather was pleasant. Sunday was dead as usual, but the Sun came out earlier than Saturday. Lots of chrome stuff as usual, but there were some treasures out there to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2024, 02:24 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,018
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-13-2024, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,402
Re: Learning To Drive a Model T
dont stomp- press down firmly and quickly then hold the pedal down hard. Stomping will only jerk you and the drivetrain- kinda like dumping the clutch on a regular car.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-10-2024, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 936
Re: AER Rod Bolts
McMaster-Carr sells hi quality 12 pt bolts. Probably not ARP quality but ......
https://www.mcmaster.com/products/bolts/?s=bolts
Looks like you should contact AER if you want the same exact...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-03-2024, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Re: Ruckstell axle...underdrive or overdrive?
Ford never made a 13/39 gear set. These were made and sold by Mark Auto for many years. The Ruckstell company made a special 13/40 gear set for use in their rear ends. The 13/40 tooth Ruckstell ...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
12-15-2023, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Crank end play
Consider taking the cap to a rebabbitting shop and have them build up the thrust surface and remachine it to give you .003-.004" endplay. You don't need a replacement cap, just build up the thrust. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2023, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,556
Re: Balance a Burtz
from above: "should be equal in weight". If you all are good with that, then what can I say? I don't think that anyone in this thread advocated for Terry or John to be unfair to their customers,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2023, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,556
Re: Balance a Burtz
Putting the bob weight issue aside for the time being, a trip to the balance shop will set you back $200-$300 depending on what needs to be corrected. Given the overall cost of a Burtz engine why...
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