Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 11:49 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 11:44 PM
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Re: new guy, old car
Tip 1. Don’t throw anything away.
Tip 2. Go slowly for a more harmonious outcome.
This is the advice I give everyone who has his first A.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,358
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 465
Re: KRW Combination Machine
Rent it or sell it to somebody who can use it. Babbit mechanics/craftsmen are a rare breed and we should help ‘em stay in biz.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 09:49 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 934
Re: getting into the Rumble Seat
When I had a rumble seat I also had a special blanket or towel I would spread if I anticipated riders. I eventually solved the problem by returning the space to a trunk, which was original to my car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2024, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,011
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2024, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,011
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2024, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,763
Re: Distributor Cap Advance Lever Slot
I have four, two in cars and two in extra stock. All four have 1” slots. One has Ford script on it, likely a repro. I’ve had these for years and don’t remember where I found ‘em. The two on the cars...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2024, 09:44 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 10:21 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Shocks difference
I have restored originals on my 29 Tudor and Stipes on my 29 Business Coupe. I don’t notice any difference between the two. Neither offer much comfort. The old joke is "the passengers in a Model A...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 10:13 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 10:09 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 10:03 PM
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Views: 910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 10:03 PM
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Views: 910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 06:26 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 06:24 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 06:23 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 09:47 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,739
Re: spark plugs
I used 3X for years before they got so expensive. Tried some others, settled on Autolite 3076 last year. So far, so good.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 01:39 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 949
Re: Clutch finger adjustment
I’ve adjusted fingers with everything still in the car. It ain’t easy, but it can be done. Securing the locknuts was the hard part for me.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 01:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,234
Re: rotor cap
I’ve never been able to bend the rotor without breaking it. Nor have I ever achieved the recommended 0.25. I gave up, and in 60+ years of driving Model A’s I’ve never noticed any trouble with this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,770
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:52 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,296
Re: Westach Ammeters.
$95! They're pretty proud of ‘em. I paid only $125 for my first A, and I got the whole car!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,929
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2024, 10:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 849
Re: Carb Disassembly Tips
"Use hollow ground screwdrivers that exactly fit the screw slot width and length".
That’s the ticket.
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