Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 08:43 AM
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
12-20-2023, 07:26 PM
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Re: 1930s garage fixtures
maybe that's what he was referring. i find when people bring money into a conversation, especially as a point to impress, i shut down and look for something else to discuss.
and while not...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
12-20-2023, 03:31 AM
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Re: 1930s garage fixtures
i finally bought a reasonably priced hard copy of this book. it was around 25$ but i got it for 5 with amazon reward points.
in all honest, 5$ is about all it's worth. as a reprint, the type is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2023, 09:24 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2023, 04:34 AM
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Re: Model A Shock Arm Length
thank you. i've seen the book over the years but wasn't ready to invest. i can see it will have a value as i dig deeper into the subject/ process.
Dear Santa . . .
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2023, 04:53 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 888
Re: Model A Shock Arm Length
http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/FH_images/FH_chassis-pics/Flathead_Suspension_1932-34passngr.jpg
this is the best picture i can find of an exploded view front axle & partial suspension. i am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2023, 07:32 PM
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Views: 888
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2023, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 888
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2023, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 13
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Re: Dog bone question
is it possible for someone to post a link or picture with the locating ball (?) on the front axle?
thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2023, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 888
Re: Model A Shock Arm Length
(for shocks & other details)
Gary - is that book available to the general public? looks to be a good reference for technical details (aka: scale model building)
thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2023, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
thanks guys.
K in NJ - no question when this model gets done, it Will look like a farmer made it! i just want it to look like he made it so it would actually work!
johnn - i posted the same...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2023, 07:34 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2023, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
i am finally getting the time to study these pictures and find them invaluable in getting the top end of the engine detailed correctly.
thanks again for heading me in the right direction!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2023, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
holy smokes!
"... may be of interest . . ."
pretty much designs my entire project!
thank you so much. between the article & your avatar, i should be able to start building immediately.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2023, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
good stuff all. i hadn't thought about suspension figuring it could take a hard ride but you've provoked me to crawl under and give things another look-over.
Q: would there need to be the same...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2023, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
i've heard about the division of cylinder work and am still trying to get a clear understanding of how this can be, so your photo and links are helpful.
love Carr-McMaster. feels like going to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2023, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
thanks for all of the thoughts. i am starting to pick up common traits for these units and those will be the things i focus on first. yes; the running gear will be modified on the model to be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2023, 06:11 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
thanks for the good suggestions. i model Gn15 and most guys freely interchange close scales. because of my life long interest in automobile modeling, i'm a bit adherent to the 1:24-25 school.
when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2023, 05:57 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Re: scale modeling project - research underway
i had completely forgotten about the Pietenpol. yes; i 1:24 scale Revell engine & '28 Ford pickup chassis. it will be intended for towing behind, so the running gear will need some modification.
i...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2023, 03:34 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
scale modeling project - research underway
if this is annoying, please read no further.
i want to build a 1:24 scale air compressor & water pump, both powered x a model A four cylinder engine.
Q: how would the coupling be made from the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2023, 04:25 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2023, 05:30 PM
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Re: model A engine dimensions
MOST EXCELLENT!!!!
Thanks so much. i doubt i'll be able to maintain those close tolerances, but it excactly what i was looking for.
very appreciated,
sid
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2023, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 798
Re: model A engine dimensions
wow. i'm embarrassed to admit i have no 3d printer, or the other 2 programs.
i Do have a box of legos from the local garage sale which i am intending to use for the engine block.
If i get the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2023, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 798
model A engine dimensions
i've found quite a few specifications, but have not found any physical dimensions or a ('28) model A engine. length x width x height of the block would get me off to a start and any others would be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2023, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 1
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labor day
https://youtu.be/ZgYrutoLcS0?si=-RETg_UgSdAZC9ef
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