Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2023, 06:43 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,873
Re: Brake Adjustment - Confusion
I have found that adjusting the brakes to the Les Andrews instructions works really well and yes the rear brakes our tighter than the front brakes. You must first fabricate the step board and it is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2021, 06:18 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 4,589
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2020, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,443
shit tower oil leak
I recently noticed that transmission oil is leaking from the vent hole in the shift tower of my Model A. The oil level in the transmission is correct and the transmission was rebuilt about two years...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-01-2019, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,140
68B Cabriolet Seat Frame
I have a 31 Cabriolet -68B and I am looking for a supplier for the wood seat and carriage. So far I have not been able to find a supplier for this seat. I ordered a new upholstery kit from Classtique...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2019, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,459
Re: Fumes
I had the same problem and it turned out to be the shut off valve under the dash even though the valve was less than 1 year old. I changed the valve and the problem went away. I always shut off the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2019, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,677
Re: Lighting issues
I recently rewired my 31 Model A Cabriolet and it was a challenge. Let's start by saying that I worked as an electrical technician for over 30 years so I had a lot of wiring experience. If the wiring...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2019, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 6,200
Re: LED head lights
the LED head light bulbs are part #17994 and they cost $29.95 each. I replaced the reflectors, sockets, connectors, gaskets, focus spring and screw - everything for the head lights and it gets a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2019, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 6,200
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2019, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 6,200
LED head lights
I just installed a new wiring hardness in my 31 Cabriolet and at the same time I installed LED head lights. Last night I drove the car for about 40 miles in the dark and the LED lights performed very...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2019, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,096
Re: Parking light ground wire
I tried to solder to the socket and it would not stick to it - possibly my soldering iron is not hot enough. I even tried using soldering paste but it did work. The hose clamp works very well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2019, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 8,767
Re: Electric Gas cut off
I installed one from Snyders and I had problems with not enough flow to keep the car running. I was trying to stop gas from leaking when the car sat overnight. It turns out my real problem was a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2019, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,096
Re: Parking light ground wire
I ended up crimping an eye lug on the wire and then inserting the wire terminal between the reflector and the socket then I put a small hoes clamp around the socket and tightened the clamp so I can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2019, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,096
Parking light ground wire
I recently installed a new wiring hardness in my 68B Cabriolet and at the same time upgraded the head lights to LED and installed new headlight reflectors. The new reflectors are from Brattons and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-22-2018, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,508
Re: Door lock for 68B Cariolet
Thank you for the replies - my Cabriolet has the door handle that is verticle and lifts up to unlatch the door to open it but there is no lever to lock the door. Right now the car is at my mechanic's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2018, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,508
Door lock for 68B Cariolet
I have a 1931 Model A Cabriolet (68B) and I have a question concerning the drivers side door lock. Some Model A's have an inside slide lever door lock and I was wondering if this car should have one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2018, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 10,604
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2018, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,044
Re: Model A Zenith Carburetor
I am new to this forum so I am sorry that I did not reply sooner. I guess it did not occur to me to reply sooner and I will try to respond sooner in the future.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2018, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,044
Re: Model A Zenith Carburetor
Yes, I have the screen in the tank valve, the screen in the carburetor and a cartridge filter in the line after the settling bowl. I want to thank everyone for their input on this problem and I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2018, 07:56 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,044
Re: Model A Zenith Carburetor
I have read all the posts and as a result I went back to check the manual shutoff valve. I removed the gas line between the settling bowl and carburetor and hung a can to catch any leaks. The first...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2018, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,044
Model A Zenith Carburetor
I have a 1931 Model A with a Zenith carburetor which leaks gas even with the manual valve shut off. I have changed many parts and I have cleaned the carburetor and had a good Model A mechanic look at...
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