Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 829
Re: Next step - brake lines...30 Tudor - Guidance?
NiCop (Nickle coper) is the easiest type of line to install, bends easily and is available in various lengths with fittings or on a roll for you to apply fitting and flare. It looks like like copper...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2024, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 756
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off
Can someone post a manufacturer and part number for the solenoid valve that you use? The valves I looked at had a time limit for being in the open position. TIA
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2023, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,288
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2023, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,695
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2023, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,695
Picture from 1940
My friend asked my help to identify the car in this picture. The picture of his mother and himself was taken in California 1940 when he was only months old. To me it appears to be a 30/31 Ford...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2022, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 5,221
Re: Plating
No matter who you choose, I suggest that you lay the parts in groups, take a pic of each one, provide a brief description for each. That will provide the plater a reference to get all your parts...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2022, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,859
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2022, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 14,929
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2022, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,263
Re: Remote gas tank and electric pump
Look at this for an electric fuel pump controller, https://www.revolutionelectronics.com/Products/Fuel_Pump.html
Also install an inertia switch from a Ford vehicle in case of an accident.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2022, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 693
1931 Roadster Pickup
Does the tail lights for a Roadster Pickup mount on the fenders or with a bracket under the bed? I find images for each mounting position. Seems under the bed would be best as mounted on the fender...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-12-2022, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,465
Re: Rumble seat lid adjustments??
On my 31 Coupe the fit or gap between the lid and the aftermarket lower panel is not even side to side, after much frustration as to why, decided to measure the panel, is about 1/16" shorter, bottom...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,626
Re: toe in tool
Have been reading the post and trying to educate myself on toe in alignment. Thinking about the last car that I had aligned, the device on the wheels were at the center of the spindle. Considering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2022, 04:17 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,773
Re: electric fuel pum and tank installation
If you decide to go with a different tank and an electric pump, check out https://www.revolutionelectronics.com/Products/Fuel_Pump.html for a controller. Also you should install an inertia switch to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2021, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,592
Re: Remote Horn Blower?
I used a similar device to control my turn signals along with relay switches. A is the left, B is the right. Just need to remember to turn off.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-03-2021, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,004
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2021, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,130
Parts that don't fit
Ordered upper rubber bumpers for the rumble seat, old ones fit but had been painted. Parts arrived, looked great, alto nut sure what they were made for. The upper portion measured at 0.5", and only...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2021, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,690
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2021, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,609
Re: Fuel pump installation suggestions
If you are installing an electric pump, you should investigate this FP controller, it makes installation simple, and they work great. https://www.revolutionelectronics.com/Products/Fuel_Pump.html
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2021, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,425
Re: Firewall welding
If you don't want to remove the tank, one solution to is to drain the tank, fill it with water to the top, pass a charcoal lighter over the fill hole and burn off the fuel vapor. When you refill the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2021, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,111
Re: B Pillar Coupe vs Sedan
Seems that no matter what the correct term for the part in question, most of us will still refer to the part as THE B PILLAR.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2021, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,456
Re: Rumble Seat Hinges part 2
If the inner panel is in reasonable good shape and the outer skin is straight, you may want to try and trade lids, even if you add money, with someone who is wanting to convert from rumble to trunk.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2020, 08:48 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,643
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2020, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,944
Re: What is this Accessory called?
Looking at the pictures Brent posted, pic 1, the radiator splash shield appears quite different than what is normally seen as stock on a Model A. I don't think a crank handle will work with this. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,661
Re: Simple to make and use Toe-In gauge
A very neat idea and tool you created. A couple of questions.
First to get the correct measurement for toe in, doesn't the gauge need to be at the center of the wheel at the height of the king pin...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,320
Re: Side Mirror Installation Question
Y-Blockhead, do you have a source for the amber cowl light lenses, would like to replace my clear lenses as the are used for turn signals and are more easily seen.
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