Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2014, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 9
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Re: rebuilding zenith carburator
Thanks Tom i had just printed your 17 page Carburetor restoration tips. Good stuff to know. I had a big back fire like a shot gun went off when i took my car for a short drive after a carburetor...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2014, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,437
Re: rebuilding zenith carburator
th anks guys for the info . In vol 1 of LES ANDREWS MODEL A FORD MECHANICS HANDBOOK HE SAID TO REMOVE AND DISCARD THIS RING. BUT OT IS A GOOD BOOK AND USE IT A LOT. guess you can not get it all...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2014, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,437
rebuilding zenith carburator
does anyone know if that ring at the end of the GVA valve needs to come off or stay on. I have seen it both ways in the books. dont know why it is on the GVA when you buy the part.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2014, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,543
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2014, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,543
engine and radiator correct tempature model a
what is a correct temperture for the model A engine and radiator ? i bought a temp laser gun from Harbor Freight and would like to know what temps should be running. Hope to find out if it is the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
Re: 1930 cabriolet overheating
Thanks Bruce i think I will get a temp gun Harbor Freight is near ! It is good to know uust how hot it is getting. Sure dont want to fry the motor. I live in N.C. near the beach so temps are moving...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
Re: 1930 cabriolet overheating
tube is toward the back of the car . I fill it to just over the cores now it is spitting it out in streams about a gallon i would say. It is steaming out around the radiator cap also.
I got the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2014, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,426
1930 cabriolet overheating
HELLO EXPERTS I NEED SOME HELP! I have just finished restoring my Cabriolet and it looks great. It is funny I can rebuild the car but can not fix the overheating.
My problem it that water is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2014, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 6,872
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2014, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 6,872
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2014, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 6,872
Re: Flushing Radiator Cooling System
Sounds like my problem ! I had the radiator flushed and now when get over 35 it blows that redish water out on the hood. I have finished restoring the car that I have been working on for the last...
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Forum: Model-A
09-27-2013, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,825
Re: Model A Parts
do you have any pictures of the radiator ? how long ago was it restored. you can call me at 910-599-5455 .:)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2013, 08:21 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2013, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
Re: Horn problem
will try to load a picture. the horn bell assy shows Sparton stamped on it! Could have been changed over the years b-4 I bought the car a couple of years ago.
THE HORN HAS A FIBER PC OF...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2013, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
Re: Horn problem
Hello 1930 ford I checked my horn and the brushes are mounted to a fiber board no screws.
I do think there is a short somewhere .
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2013, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
Re: Horn problem
thank you for the reply I will take a look there and see . I only saw insulated washers where the contacts mounted .
thanks again will check it out ! any help is always good to hear. this is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2013, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
Horn problem
Hello , I feel bad about asking this question after restoring the 1930 cabriolet to the point ready to drive down the road. I rebuilt the sparton horn and mounted it to the light bar under the head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2013, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,642
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2013, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,642
side mtg tire on 1930 cabriolet grommet
Hello I am a newbie to this site just used it a couple of times and had great help! I all most feel bad about asking this but I have tried a couple of times to put a new grommet in the splash shield...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2013, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
Re: clutch problems 1930 cabriolet
Thank you guys for all the feedback i am sure i can find the problem a lot faster now!
This is a great site and a wealth of information. I WILL CHECK IT OUT TODAY !
THANKS AGAIN !
HOWARD
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2013, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
clutch problems 1930 cabriolet
i installed a new clutch disc, throw out bearing and put a new pilot bearing
in my model a . It grinds when the motor is running when you try to put it in gear. Could this mean the clutch disc...
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