Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 07:38 AM
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Re: Car Is Shrinking........
Our 1929 Sport Coupe we owned for 42 years. Reluctantly sold it two years ago for the reasons you have mentioned.
I really loved that car but I no longer was able to easily get in or out. Plus I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2024, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 993
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 993
Re: Leaking gas tank
Are you planning on keeping the car? Do you want it fixed right or just the cheapest way?
Two years ago, I sold our 1929 that we owned for 42 years. 40 years ago I fixed the same problem. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2024, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,647
Re: Safety cage?
After 65 years owning Model A Fords I gave up in 2022 and sold the last one.
Safety had become one of the biggest reasons it was sitting in our garage.
My family now drive Volvo’s. Do you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2024, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 73
Views: 4,339
Re: Value of an Un-Restored Model A Engine
As a long time Model A guy and antique collector, I hate to say this, but!
In my many years with these cars, I have never seen a engine that was just sitting in a garage or barn that was worth...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2024, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,113
Re: Front fender crack
Many years ago I had a crack on the front passenger side fender right at the top. The car had just been painted and I was really upset.
However, my old time body man who had done the body repairs...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2024, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,728
Re: Wishbone question
Fine a new axel that is not bent.
I had a wish bone that did the same thing.
I had the axel straighten, everything fit fine.
Enjoy.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2024, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,298
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2024, 08:36 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,214
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2024, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 635
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2024, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,137
Re: Model A Hard to Steer
I agree! A properly maintained Model A can be steered using one hand while driving down the road.
I would jack up your front end and completely check things out. See how it turns with the weight...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2024, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,037
Re: Grinding
Simple stupid is were to start. Change your transmission again. Get another bottle from a different supplier. I have been using half 600w and half STP. Has worked well for many years.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2024, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 5,001
Re: Prices going through the roof?
RONN is right on.
Radiator Stone Guard, side mounted spares, trunks, cowl lights, paint, speed parts, the list goes on.
Correctly rebuilt front end and brakes, shocks, good springs, tires, gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,844
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums
My favorite Model A saying after 62 years of owning them is,
“Don’t try to fix something that’s not broken”.
Clean it up, grease it, put it back together and adjust. You will be good to go.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 5,001
Re: Prices going through the roof?
Right on point! It’s a hobby. For most of us, it’s not really an investment.
Mutual Funds average 7 to 8 percent yearly return on average.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,844
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums
Sounds like you should be good to go with a little adjusting.
You will always have fading under hard or long distance stopping. Be careful on long hills.
Parking brake? Do both rear wheels...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,844
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums
How were your brakes working before you took everything apart?
Your shoes along with everything else look great.
Maybe just adjustment is all that needs to be done.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2024, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 5,001
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2023, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 53
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Re: Zenith will flood the engine constantly
Zenith carbs are really easy to take apart, clean, and rebuild.
30 years old?
I would take it apart. Check the jets, blow out all passages, new gaskets, and you should be good to go.
I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2023, 02:11 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,299
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2023, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,758
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2023, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,758
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2023, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,758
Re: Gauges, Meaningful Ones
The nice thing about having an oil pressure gauge is that you know that the oil pump is working. What could be more important?
Ours runs around 10 to 13 pounds cold and 3 to 5 pounds warm.
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