Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2023, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 12
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Re: Carburetor flow test measurement beaker
I have been using the 100ml Graduated Cylinder (as Jim Cannon stated} for measuring the idle jets and use the 250ml (also available for about $11 from Amazon) to measuring the other jets.
Norm
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2023, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,659
Re: Distributor Rotor
I have found that there can be a fair amount of difference in the gap between each of the contacts inside of the new distributor bodies and new rotors. I will adjust the rotor to .025" on the one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2023, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,559
Re: Tillotson Model X vs Zenith 2 sidebowl
I have rebuilt Zeniths, Tillotson Xs and F1Bs, and Marvel Schebler carbs; in my opinion the Marvel out performs the other carbs for the Model A.
If you are considering installing a Mitchell...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2022, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,142
Re: Coupe Steering column length?
Terry, I just measured the two tooth columns that I have: the ones from the 1929 are 36 5/8" and the 1930's are 37 5/8" (this does not include the spark/throttle quadrants).
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2022, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,371
Re: carburetor paint type
I recently finished a couple Zeniths and painted them with the Brodak Dope. Flattening the Gloss Black Dope by 25% brought the paint to a very good color/sheen. After letting the paint cure, I tested...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2021, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,923
Re: Small mirror, big blind spot
I found a wide angle convex mirror that clips on the car's rear view mirror and provides very good coverage of the "right side blind spot". Since it is a clip-on, it's easily remove with no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2021, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,469
Re: Frame rivets… or … weld ?
The front crossmember of my Tudor had been bolted together and since the frame flexes, the holes became too large for an oversize rivet (hole diameter max of 1/32 over rivet size). I TIG welded the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2021, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 653
Re: Front leaf spring
On page 4-6 of the Restoration Guidelines and Judging Standards it states "All Model A chassis had a ten leaf front spring with clipped corners at the spring leaf ends."
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2021, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,422
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2021, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,422
Re: two tooth steering box lubrication
I just rebuilt a 2 tooth steering box for one of our club members. The car he bought had at least 8 inches of play in the steering. When I took it apart, it was FULL of grease but not on the worm...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2020, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,194
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2020, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,249
Re: Marvel Carb fuel line difference
When I installed a Marvel carb, I cut the fuel line and put an inline filter in the middle. This allowed me to easily switch between Zenith, Tillottson and Marvels using the same fuel line and it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2020, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,464
Re: Upper Distributor Plate
Of the numerous upper plates I have recently cleaned, I only noticed that the 3 Autolite marked ones had a code (1K, 4K and 2L), I didn't see any code on the unmarked or SP plates. The plate that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2020, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,628
Re: Barrett Jackson Scottsdale
I just happened to be flipping through the channel when I saw a 1931 SW Town Sedan (model 160B) rolling off - I didn't catch the selling price though.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2019, 08:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,139
Re: Zenith Carb Float Valves
I've rebuilt a number of Zenith using both the Viton and the original style float valves and have found that the Viton valves require more shims than the original valve in order to get the desire...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2019, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,557
Re: Hubs for new cast drums
Thanks for the responses. First of all, I want to continue driving my car so I need to use different hubs. One of our club members just install his cast drums which he got from Randy Gross (and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2019, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,557
Hubs for new cast drums
I want to put the new cast drums on my car. I read the article in the Jul/Aug issue of the restorer on inspecting the hubs and also have seen new ductile hubs listed for sale. Is it better to find a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-20-2019, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,013
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2019, 10:00 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,813
Compression Testing
I am looking for a reference on the proper way to test a Model A engine for compression and what the results should be with a standard, 5.5 to 1 and 6.0 to 1 head. Any help would be appreciated.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2018, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,452
Re: "one of the rarest model a's produced" ???
I don't think this 55B to be a true 55B Deluxe Tudor, since the Deluxe was introduced in June 1931 the earliest engine number for that month was 4,696,000. The car in question does not have an...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2018, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,753
Re: 1931 S/W Fordor Sedan Rear Crossmember
When I recently pulled the rear seat of my 160B I noticed the rear spring was covered with a small braided rug (I didn't think it was original as it had no "Ford" script on it. I looked for the metal...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2018, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,048
Windshield Weatherstripping for 160B Town Sedan
It seems that a good portion of the track which holds the weatherstripping in the windshield of my Town Sedan has been rusted away. Is a new channel available or can one be made and spot welded in....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2017, 10:48 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,919
Re: Broken head stud
I picked up some engines not too long ago and two of them had head studs broken flush with the block. I used the "TIG method" that Vince Falter shows on his web page...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2017, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,561
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2017, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,561
1931 Deluxe Tudor Driver's Seat Adjuster
I have been looking through the references I have and I know that one of the unique differences between the Standard and Deluxe 1931 Tudors is the driver's seat adjuster but have not been able to...
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