Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 03:50 PM
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Re: POR 15 vs enamel
It looks great if it's used correctly. Brush it on and it looks like powder coating when it cures. Been using it for about 20 years.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2013, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,273
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2013, 10:46 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,779
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2013, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,779
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-26-2013, 11:38 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,157
Re: 59a block value
I bought a 59A last spring for $50. Then a couple weeks later I bought a complete 8RT for $400 including the engine stand it had been on since the late 70s....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2013, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,092
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-23-2013, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,294
Re: Update: Pin Holes in Model A Engine Fix
Ive used both....the putty is easier to work with when using it on a vertical surface. I use to rebuild broken cases on motorcycles in the point cover area with JB weld. It was a challenge to get it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-23-2013, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,294
Re: Update: Pin Holes in Model A Engine Fix
even better way is to use POR-15 epoxy putty. Two clay bars you mix equal portions together and when it hardens it is very tough. You can even drill and tap holes in it. And to make it smooth just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-22-2013, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,228
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2013, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2013, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,502
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2013, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 16,684
Re: model A trailer
That's what it looked like when I got it....it's still undergoing a rebuild.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2013, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 16,684
Re: model A trailer
Here is what I plan to pull someday.
http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh1/ClassicAutoTexas/Tripper%20Tear%20Drop%20Rebuild/P9090001.jpg
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2013, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,310
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Re: Old upholstery frames
They came from an upholstery shop....they are frames to make or install a top of some kind I'm pretty sure.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Old upholstery frames
Any old auto upholstery guys know what these are?
http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh1/ClassicAutoTexas/3BE9CB38-EF42-470F-BF1D-484B0927359F-366-00000062D0496EB2_zps411e2570.jpg
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,091
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 7,271
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,496
Re: cooling system
Sounds like a good plan....report back after doing the things on the list and we can go from there
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2013, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,496
Re: cooling system
Easy way to check the radiator is to place you hand on the center of the core. If it's hot the radiator is ok....if it's cold it's clogged. Then you can move your hand outward toward the edges until...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-18-2013, 04:17 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 7,535
Re: Antique auto insurance
Hagerty.....no way I would insure with State Farm on a classic or antique car....they screwed me on regular stuff already
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2013, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,802
Re: reading the electrical diagram
The diagram I've seen shows the face of the gauge and the yellow and black wire goes to the passenger side terminal and the solid yellow to the drivers side terminal. This is on a LH drive car. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2013, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,952
Re: Smoking Engine!
That leaking oil was probably blowing onto the hot exhaust causing the smoke. Doesn't sound like an overheating problem.....just an oil leak.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2013, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,496
Re: Meeting forum people
Wow....2 other states only 20 minutes away? I drive farther than that just to get to work. Nearest other state for me is 4 hours to Louisiana, 7 to Arkansas, 9 to Oklahoma or about 11 to New Mexico...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2013, 08:21 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,951
Re: How to slow your work in one easy motion
Was trying to shock a ball joint loose from a spindle and the normal whacks weren't working. I had it between my feet to keep it from sliding when I hit it. The first hit went ok but the second one...
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