Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2024, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 508
Re: Big bus
You will be surprised how much power and speed that they had. Besides, things were a lot slower back then.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2024, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 465
Re: Main Harness
Tyree Harris is the man. He will make whatever you want. Quality work.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 02:56 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 358
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2024, 11:21 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 651
Re: Serial Number and Year of production
I once owned a 1929 AA truck. The engine was dated November 1929 and the title stated 1930. The engine and frame number both matched. I have heard several times over my Model A years that sometimes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2024, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 512
Re: Timing gear cover
Just get another cover. they are plentiful and don't usually cost much. Save you some work.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2024, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 602
Re: Choke rod
Reproductions are of a softer type rubber compared to the original grommets.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2024, 01:51 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 204
Re: Spare tire mount
There were several ways of mounting the spare tire on Model A's. Depending if you have a large 'AA' truck, commercial chassis, custom bodied vehicle or a car would dictate the way you mount the tire....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2024, 05:16 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 448
Re: '29 Standard Roaster Headlight question
You have an early 1928 light switch. Also, 1928 thru February 1929 have a two position headlamp switch which is different than the later '29's thru 1931 which have either a two bulb system or a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-29-2024, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 756
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-29-2024, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 522
Re: Tool review.
When I was a youngster back in the early 1960's, my neighbor cut up a tudor sedan body behind his house and put it in the trash. He used a hack saw. I wish I had that body today !
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2024, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 650
Re: Rear view mirror - interior
I have an old reproduction wind up type clock mirror in my sedan. Works fine. All you have to do is wind it up. Originals are out out of sight with the current post COVID price boosting. If you are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2024, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 854
Re: Tail light Wiring
The column does not match the light switch. You appear to have an Early '28 piece at the end of the column. An Early '28 has an open end bail like seen on your picture.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2024, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 593
Re: Radiator Leak
I don't know. If it were me, I would pull the radiator and send it to a good radiator shop to check it out, flush it, and make any necessary repairs. I would then completely flush out the block. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,076
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,647
Re: Pre Osha
Just imagine the fines that would be assessed in today's world. OSHA would put you out of business in a heartbeat and confiscate your personal assets. My father in law was a plumbing contractor...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 599
Re: Model A
The exact thing happened to me a few years ago on a trip to the store. The exact thing was wrong. I should have used a original starter switch. Problem solved !!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2024, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 63
Views: 5,338
Re: List of Reproduction "A" Parts That Don't Work
It's a real shame that some part manufactures go to great lengths to make quality parts, but fail to commit themselves to exact detail. I have purchased various parts over the past fifty years from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2024, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,610
Re: value of magazines
When I sell parts at a swap meet, I put them on my table and mark them "Free". Someone usually takes them.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2023, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 4,184
Re: Claim of 25% HP bump true?
With all the conversations on increased compression, larger carburetors, and intake manifolds, I would make sure that my lower end could handle all these improvements.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2023, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,279
Re: question on zenith 2
Compare the location of the fuel inlet on both carburetors. The one for $232. appears to be a later '31 style, and the cheaper one is the earlier style.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2023, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,487
Re: Help with 30-31 Tudor / Pickup Wood Header
Suggest obtaining a header from Classic Wood Products. I have purchased several wood sets and all have fit well. The header is complicated to fabricate. Just a suggestion you may want to consider.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2023, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 672
Re: starter problems 28
I didn't hear of anyone making a modern bendix drive for an early starter. Did I miss something??
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2023, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 571
Re: Powerhouse Generator P3
This type of Powerhouse Generator is plentiful. You should have no problems finding one.
I see them regularly at part swaps.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2023, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 800
Re: AA with banjo style rear axle
This rear end was used after the worm type was phased out in late 1929 and before the new spiral bevel was started in 1930. This was used with the new style 20 inch disc wheels, including dual rear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-20-2023, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 917
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