Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2020, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,130
Re: 1928 Multi disc clutch transmission advice
I have a multi-disk in my ‘28.
Instead of the KR Wilson tool I was able to align everything in the splined pocket of the flywheel laying on the bench. I then used the chuck on my drill press...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2020, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 635
Re: Rear Shocks 1929 sport coupe
Your lack of clearance may be due to the rear body blocks failing or subrail cracking. The original block is only three inches long.
On my 28 Sport Coupe I had to fit longer 1930 style rear wood...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2020, 10:04 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,105
Re: Teflon EZ Steer Kit what do you think?
I’ve been using the Teflon-bronze kit from Mike’s in Georgia. Their current price is $73.25 and I have installed them on three of my cars.
I have them on my slant window sedan and I kept the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-01-2020, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,877
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2019, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,253
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2019, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 85
Views: 3,120
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2019, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 901
Re: 1929 Cowl Panels
On my '28 Sport Coupe there were 9 spot welds holding the piece to the dash. Additionally it is bolted to the tank and cowl post. I had rust on the bottom of the passenger side and considered using a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-30-2019, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,078
Re: antifreeze?
The original green permanent antifreeze is actually a ethylene glycol.
Propylene glycol is the non poisonous stuff commonly tinted pink and used as RV plumbing antifreeze.
Propylene glycol...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-22-2019, 07:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 781
Re: 1941 Ford Radiator
Brassworks made my split core radiator for my ‘41 Fordor. Mine iis a mid year build and the radiator is designed to be pressurized whereas the ‘40 radiator was not. As already mentioned, the top...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2019, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 865
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2019, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 718
Re: 41 ignition switch light
My ‘41 SD Fordor doesn’t have an ignition light either. I’m wondering if it disappeared later in production because my ‘41 Deluxe Tudor had one.
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-17-2019, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 913
Re: few more unknown T parts?
The three cup shaped pieces retain the clutch spring in the transmission. The two covers are for the starter drive on 1919 and up Model T.
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-15-2019, 10:15 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,283
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2019, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,184
Re: 41 radiator, original vs brassworks
I went with the late 1941 split core version on my sedan. When Brassworks furnished me dimensions on the four row cores, I calculated it would interfere with my crank mounted fan so I went with three...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-08-2019, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,889
Re: 1941 ford front sheet metal change?
The Henry Ford Museum used to display Mr. Ford’s sedan. The Rouge plant did a refit of the front sheet metal in order to make it resemble a postwar car. I believe that was a ‘41 as well.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-22-2018, 04:54 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,192
Re: Hood springs
In the sixties, Popular Mechanics showed a guy pre-stretching his springs with a spreader clamp, taping them, filling them with water and freezing them in an extended position. He was able to replace...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2018, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 890
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2018, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,986
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2017, 01:00 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,243
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-18-2017, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 579
Re: Brassworks 41radiator
I will be curious how this fits for you. I couldn't use the front mounting holes because the top tank was too close to the inner fenders. I used the rear set of mounting holes and have adequate...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-09-2017, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,212
Re: 41 radiator
I recently went with a Brassworks radiator for my '41 and went for correct appearance with split core, crank hole, wire channel, etc. In the past, I went with low cost solutions and later regretted...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-27-2017, 07:12 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,539
Re: 1941 vacuum advance to manifold broke..
The broken part he is holding is a vacuum check valve for the windshield wiper.
It also serves as the banjo bolt for the distributor vacuum line. My 41 has the same fitting and I use a separate...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-21-2017, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,766
Re: Visible flathead combustion
I saw a glass cylinder engine 15-20 years ago courtesy of Professor Heywood at MIT. He fitted a straight rod off the center of the existing piston and moved the valvetrain and piston to the top of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2017, 07:56 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,194
Re: index the timing cover?
As a Model T owner, I index my timing cover with a pilot tool. The reason is because the timer rotor is fastened to the camshaft and the timer (distributor housing) with the contacts is a separate...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-18-2016, 06:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,415
Re: CAD drawing for Flathead Ford
The Henry Ford does not collect royalties from reproduction parts. They do make agreements with the users of their historic prints. This information is all on their website and they want to know...
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