Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2024, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,431
Re: Frustration aligning doors in a Fordor Body
Most of the old cars that I've had the privilege to own or work own doors, hoods, and trunk lids very seldom were aligned correctly from the factory and needed to be worked on to be perfect....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2023, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,006
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2023, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,075
Re: Installing rebuilt rear backing plate
When the brake lever is moved to the position that will allow you to move it thru the radius rod sometimes things get miss aligned and won't allow you to move it back into the correct position. This...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2023, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,217
Re: Automatic Centrifugal Timing Device
When I bought my Model A I had problems with setting the timing. I was told to do it by the sound and feel of the motor. Well, I have a hearing loss and wear hearing aids that doesn't always allow me...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2023, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,407
Re: Draining the Gas Again
The problem with only keeping the gas tank half full or empty is that the ethanol gas attacks moisture and will cause rust in the unused portion of your tank unless it has been coated with a gas tank...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2023, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,407
Re: Draining the Gas Again
I have to agree with Bigsnapper43 on the gas going bad quickly and it doesn't have to change colors or turn orange before it's turns bad, and your motor won't start or runs poorly.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2023, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,156
Re: Slant windshield tudor
I've got a friend that had a 31 Sports Coupe that had a slant window that he had bought and wanted to get more information about it, so he took photos of it and sent them to the Ford Museum and asked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2023, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 5,330
Re: Trailering Model A
I trailered a 30 Coupe from Tampa to Gatesville, Tx on a rented U-Haul car hauler that only cost me 150 dollars for a one-way trip. Didn't have any problems along the way.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2023, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,082
Re: Dang, Grease on the Headliner
I used brake cleaner on my seats of my car when I got grease on my seats, and it worked really well, and the grease had soaked through the fabric. It didn't change the color of the fabric.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2023, 07:34 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 750
Re: Horns
Thank you for all the information. I think that one or maybe two of the horns have been converted to 12v so if I test them with a 6v battery will the armature turn and if it doesn't should or could I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2023, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 750
Horns
I bought several Model A horns from an estate sale and would like to check them out to see if they work before I completely dissemble them for cleaning and repairs. I have removed the covers and did...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2023, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Re: Cast Iron Rear brake drums
I sanded and filed the e-brake and got the new drums on and everything seems to be working as it should. I took Sweet Pea (what I named her) out for a ride yesterday and the brakes are working fine....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2023, 05:03 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Cast Iron Rear brake drums
I did a search and couldn't find anything about the question and problem that I'm having. When you buy a new set of cast iron drums and have the hubs swedged on the drums I know that you have to have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2023, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,837
Re: Chickasha
Looking for brake parts, carpet or floor mat, cowl lights for a 30, some bumper parts and the list goes on and on. My wife said that I could go but that I had better not buy anything. We have been...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2023, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,837
Re: Chickasha
I know it is on the 17th and 18th of this month but I have never needed to go there until now. I have a wish list that I'm hoping to fill.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2023, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 6,732
Re: Greasing the u-joint
Alright then how would I go about getting the grease out of the clamshell so that I can put the John Deere corn head grease in. Wouldn't I have to remove the rearend to be able to get to everything...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2023, 08:52 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,704
Re: Rubber Ball
I called an 87-year-old young man that has been working on Model A's for close to 60 years and he told me to put a little bit of Vaseline on the metal ball and to put a small hole in the back of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2023, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,704
Rubber Ball
Alright I need to replace the rubber ball on the front radius arm and need some help. My A already had this set-up when I bought it but the old ball is worn out, so I ordered a new replacement for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2023, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,653
Re: Engine Quits when Instrument Light Turned On
I had this same problem except it happened when I turned on the electric wiper. When I installed the wiring for the wiper, I wired it to the ignition switch so that when I turned off the key the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2023, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 961
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2023, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 961
Service Bulletins
Is there a site that has all of the service bulletins for the Model A?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2022, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,998
How can I tell
what head I have on my Model A. When I bought the car there wasn't much information provided about its mechanical condition except that it would start and could be driven. I have been doing some work...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2022, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,448
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2022, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,743
Re: F-150 transmission w/overdrive
Talked to Dave the last of November and he said that he had the parts to do one, so I sent him a deposit. He said I should get the first shipment after Christmas and that I will receive 3 separate...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2022, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Re: TBG trunk
I am thinking about using felt on the inside of the one I did. I am trying to figure out what glue to use and would like to hear what others have use to this and how well it worked for them.
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