Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 04:29 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 24
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Re: Oil Pump Shaft
I think the answer is no. Have never seen a n.o.s. or new production shaft, B6608. Have turned turned a few As for various project's though.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2024, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 855
Re: Model B engine in an A
Having drilled through the deck surface of countless As and many Bs I can say I saw a trend. A blocks the decks all seem to be about 3/8"s thick. Early Bs the deck seems to be about 1/4" inch thick....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2024, 01:01 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 967
Re: Not even a Ford pulling
We rode in a gm bus when taking the Ford plant tour about the same time as Dodge. Some smart as pointed that out to the tour guide. She answered we were riding in a giant mustang!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2024, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 765
Re: Tdc
You could just buy a new stick on timing tape, overlay the nurex tape aligning with your pulley zero mark or just make a new mark on your pulley to align with the nurex zero, notch or white paint...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2023, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 690
Re: Transmission overhaul.
The shifter tip does not keep the gears engaged and only places them in the proper position. Sure it holds the gear in position but under load it is the cut of the gear that holds the gears from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2023, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 19
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Re: Model B distributor on Model A
The B distributor can be made to work on an A just fine. You just need to know where you want your initial timing too be and where you want your total timing to end up. Lots of good info here. Part...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2023, 11:26 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,523
Re: Exhaust Valve Seat
Interesting thread. especially some suggestions are good did some are goober. It appears original shop used an old valve guide for there seat cutting tool because they did not have the 19/32 pilot...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2023, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,368
Re: Kerosene
An interesting post I have watched. There seems to be a lot of lost practical knowledge or what could be called common knowledge in older times. Although this thread wS centered on transmissions...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-11-2023, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 731
Re: Piston Ring Gap Question
I think .003 per inch of diameter is pretty clear. These specs are always for the minimum clearance. If fitting/xhecking rings in a new cylinder then an inch down from the top is enough for checking...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-10-2023, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 731
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2023, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,292
Re: Please Help with Flywheel Decision
Just use the lightened flywheel with V8 pressure plate. You have a light car. The response of the engine to the throttle will make up for any lost inertia. Yes other factors mentioned affect the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2023, 12:22 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 544
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-22-2023, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 10
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Re: engine vibration
If it were me I would completely disassemble the engine . I would send out for balancing. The crank, flywheel, pressure plate, disc, pulley, fan, rods, pistons. If you don't you are just guessing.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-11-2023, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,247
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2023, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 569
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2023, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,116
Re: My First A - 1931 S/W Fordor
True on the milage on the speedo, broken cables were common as the car aged.BUT, I notice the oil change stickers on the door jamb. Those will tell a lot. Mine say 46k in in 1966 which matched...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2023, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 806
Re: Low Beam Light Switch won't stay in position
Kevin you might be able remove the bail and drop the switch down, undue the clip then pull the switch and horn rod up some and lubricate the bushing.that sits in the end of the tube. That might free...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2023, 11:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 569
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2023, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,741
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2023, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,116
Re: My First A - 1931 S/W Fordor
Hi, that is a very well preserved original car. The right kind of approach to preserving the paint, the upholstery, any part of it is very important. Don't take this the wrong way bbut I would slow...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2023, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,432
Re: I've got a problem!
Well Terry, isn't there anybody near that can help you. I am 75 and changed three motors in the last year. It is a lot harder than it used to be and I have the right tools. The trans probably is in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2023, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 845
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2023, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,024
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2023, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 14
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