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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-26-2024, 10:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 783
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Peep mirrors

2speed, if you can see the edge of your car, you have the mirror tipped in too far. The side mirror is supposed to look "out" further to the side.
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2024, 09:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 468
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Model A Roof Question

You might find this old ASME thread chart helpful. It wasn't just Ford, there were several screw sizes that we find unusual that were "standard" back in the day. Be particularly cautious when...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2024, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 718
Posted By JoeCB
Re: What kind of contraption is this?

Someone working on a hot water heater set-up ???

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 09:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,211
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Removing rear hubs

"hammer blow removal tool" .... $100 name what's commonly called a "knocker"

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-23-2024, 09:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,381
Posted By JoeCB
Re: car heaven

Likely they all ended up being turned into Sherman tanks or Navy ships.
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,845
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Tow Insurance

Haggerty is supposed to include some towing coverage, but I have not investigated what that might be

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-28-2023, 11:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,167
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Traveling As

Another thought about the "stacked arrangement" on the trailer in post #8... I wonder how much oil drained out past the rear crankshaft "seal" onto the car below.

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-28-2023, 11:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,167
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Traveling As

Brakes ? "we don't have no stinkin' brakes"
Actually looking at the second photo in post #8, I see what looks like a brake rod running through a support bracket to the trailer rear axle. Perhaps...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 775
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Quiet muffler

NH/ VT... move to a state with no inspection... problem solved. (-:

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-09-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,447
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Neat Photo You Might Like

A great old photo for sure. As a midwestener, I have to say, now I understand the issue with California land slides.
Joe B in MI
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-26-2023, 06:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,531
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Oil Extractor

Every engine in a boat has its oil changed using the vacuum method.

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-10-2023, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,314
Posted By JoeCB
1930's USA street scenes in color

Very interesting video, lots of "A's" represented.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEiWB0g9sVk

I hope that the link works!
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-06-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,190
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Rumble seat lid fit?

Referring back to the OP and the rumble lid measurements. I just checked mine (31 Coupe) and the same as reported, 36 1/2 at the top and 35 -3/8 at the bottom
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2023, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,384
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Driving an antique car in modern traffic video.

First thing that I noticed is the lack of potholes.
Joe B in Michigan
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-28-2023, 06:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 960
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Front Brake Actuating Lever Lateral Play

Just wondering, why the change to the off-set arm? Looks like the straight is a better design.
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 677
Posted By JoeCB
Re: What I Learned About Air Filters on FordBarn

Thank you guys, a real treat
I won't try and compete
As I will surly go down in defeat

Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-14-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,104
Posted By JoeCB
Re: changing batery location

I think that back in the days of Model A's being utilitarian vehicles, like late 40's and 50"s, relocating batteries to the firewall was common. my 31 coupe has a nice line of rust pits across the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-10-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,231
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Zeroing in a fly wheel cover

All the "Last Word" indicators that at I have are .001
Maybe he needs a dial indicator that has removable tips, then use a "button" tip.
Joe
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-01-2023, 08:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,328
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Interesting Link about Manifold Heaters

Link worked for me to. My 31' coupe had the Otwell on it when dad bought the car for me in 1963. He bought the car across town in Roseville. It was summer and pretty warm out, he drove the car home...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-28-2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,032
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Radiator hose clamps

If you are saying that the clamp has "bottomed out" and its still not tight on the hose, then yes had the same issue. Just barely tight enough to keep from leaking. Those clamps are just a tiny bit...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-16-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 757
Posted By JoeCB
Re: What is normal charging behavior?

Just my $0.02 worth. My completely stock 31' is set-up to charge at 10 amps at road speed. That just about "zeros out" with the head lights and tail light, night driving... and I do not do much night...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,000
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Shock Ball Replacement

8EL, very nice work , for sure.
As a side note, that axle tube end piece is a pretty complicated piece, it is a forging or a steel casting? . If a forging, that is a tricky piece to process, i...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-29-2023, 11:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,246
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Corn Head Grease in Model A trans?

Good for the steering box but not the trans. Although a "flowable grease" still way to thick for the trans.... My $0.02 worth
Joe B
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-22-2023, 11:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,054
Posted By JoeCB
Re: 1930 Model A Coupe roof installation

At risk of hijacking the thread... I searched the referenced Bert's A-38440 aluminum molding and am curious as to how that molding is secured and finished? Drilled and nailed thru I suspect, then how...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-21-2023, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,451
Posted By JoeCB
Re: Condensors

There is more to testing "caps" than measuring the capacitance. And I hope that someone with more electronic knowledge than I chimes in with more details. I have much experience with capacitors in...
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