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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,592
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Model A no spark

The car won't start if you lose voltage on either side of the fuse holder....with the key on. So let's think about this....key off voltage ok...key on lose voltage...seems to be a direct short...but...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-27-2024, 12:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,592
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Model A no spark

Easy first step...put a jumper between the two posts on the terminal box...this bypasses a bad amp meter.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 326
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: final reminder- Woodstown car show NJ

https://www.sjraaca.com/annual-swap-meet-car-corral/

Looks good. I'll try and attend that!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 366
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Registation For 2024 MARC in NC

Thank you both for the reply....I found both the enclosed paper and the web site. Thanks again.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 04:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 366
Posted By jg61hawk
Registation For 2024 MARC in NC

I have seen the full page ad in MARC Magazine but haven't seen a registration form for the Asheville Meet in NC. Looked at MARC web site too. Is the form out there yet?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-17-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,017
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Distributor Locking Screw, HELP!

It sounds like the above responses have helped you...Here's a tip that may or may not apply...I was at a national meet a car came to the repair tent with the threaded hole stripped in the head so the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-11-2024, 04:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,217
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Removing rear hubs

I have another hub-related question, though.
I've helped a friend fight with his. It was a car that had sat for decades.
On a car that is properly maintained and driven, are those rear hubs still...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-11-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Looking for Chrome Plater recommendation for my 68C Windshield

Let me comment on WTSHNN...Finishing Touch. First they are excellent...the best.
Now here's how it works. You mail them your item. They will contact you and advise you they received it. Now they...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 07:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,138
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: List of Reproduction "A" Parts That Don't Work

I love it when the parts are wrong....I get to make them right but they provide a good starting point! I show the wife how clever I am and we ride around in the car she owns.... Love the A
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 07:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 970
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Motor shuts down

Electrical no doubt. Now it's just finding it....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 07:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: I'm Back!

Being from NJ I did notice your absence ...but being from NJ I just assumed you got WHACKED! I decided not to ask questions I did not want answered. HHAAA Welcome back, glad you are ok.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,255
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: ?When to Pull the Tank?

Google Vinegar and Rusty Tanks. Whatever you do don't use an electric vacuum if ANY gasoline fumes are left...it will explode.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-23-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,876
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Ethanol 101

For winter storage phase separation prevention is very important. Ethanol fuel is high in alcohol. Alcohol absorbs water (used as water remover back in the day). Problem is the alcohol content in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-22-2023, 03:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,799
Posted By jg61hawk
Anyone Know the Host Hotel 2024 Asheville

Does anyone know the host hotel yet? I get the MARC magazine, saw the meet, and e-mailed for more info. I guess they are waiting to lock down the terms...?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-10-2023, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 900
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Ignition cut out

Check this post...

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=282017&highlight=Jackson+III+2nd+Condenser
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-10-2023, 11:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,342
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Air Filter or not

I can say this: Would you take the air filter off your new modern car?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-09-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,001
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: An answer to the eternal question

Ha...Great posts by all. You're a funny bunch.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-04-2023, 07:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,139
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Where To Shower Cheap If Camping Offsite T Hershey Or Other Swap Meets

I live 3 hours from Hershey... I went yesterday for the first time...day trip with a GTO guy. Sure looked busy to me. If you needed Model A parts...man oh man...everyone had FORD Parts. We only...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2023, 05:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 570
Posted By jg61hawk
Anti Freeze Time...Waterboys

I know a lot of the guys run water in the summer...so I always post this in October. Get the water out and the antifreeze in!!!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2023, 05:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Engine Head Torque maintenance

Check the head bolts every year. Check the "banjo bolts" in the rear...Get the Red Book and look at the maintenance schedule. My rear end banjo loosen up every 2,000 miles.

These old birds are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-22-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By jg61hawk
Forum Helped Me...Stuck Starter...THANKS

I've had the car ten years, and only once before did I get the dreaded starter lock. I forgot the cure so I looked on here and found the below thread.....THANKS …third gear and rock...MOSTLY...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-20-2023, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,480
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Sta-Bil 360

1931, Nice that you replied and updated...I hope you didn't order from the link I posted...that bad boy treats over 2,000 gallons...Hmmm. Model A 10 gallon tank= 200 tank fills...at 150 miles per...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-19-2023, 11:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,480
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Sta-Bil 360

In my experience the Model A runs fine on 10% Ethanol, the problem is the Ethanol Gas can go bad faster and also absorbs water from the air, eventually causing "phase separation"...wherein the water...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Model A Battery ('31)

Bought my A in 2014. It had a brand new Die Hard Battery. That battery lasted 6 years and the car started slowing in the starting cycle. I bought a dry battery from a battery dealer that sells...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-05-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 845
Posted By jg61hawk
Re: Starter cuts out

I had a battery last only one year...it was dry "antique" type with Ford stuff. On another note the timing being off will cause a "pause" as the engine wants to fire...similar to if you forgot to...
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