Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2024, 11:23 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2024, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 677
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2024, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 204
Re: '31 pickup rear fender filler panels
If yours is a late '31, it has narrower fenders and no fill panel. Late 31's have the fuel shut-off on the front side of the firewall, a dropped steering support, not attached to the gas tank, and a...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-12-2024, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 119
Antique Nationals
Irwindale Raceway has postponed the Antique Nationals until May 26th due to pending rain. The new date is 5-26-24
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2024, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 150
Antique Nationals
Irwindale Raceway has postponed the Antique Nationals until May 26th due to pending rain. The new date is 5-26-24
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
04-12-2024, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 78
ntique Nationals
Irwindale Raceway has postponed the Antique Nationals until May 26th due to pending rain. The new date is 5-26-24
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2024, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 314
Antique Nationals
Irwindale Raceway has postponed the Antique Nationals until May 26th due to pending rain. The new date is 5-26-24
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2024, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 1,408
Views: 312,439
Re: tell a Model A related story
I mow with a 601 Ford tractor and tow a brand X mower. Both are old and worn out, like me, but they still work. I used to maintain our road with the tractor and a 7' blade but a neighbor does most...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2024, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 514
Re: Model A hubs on V8 Axle?
Yes they can but the only advantage is the spring mounting. You can just make a bolt-on bracket to accomplish this.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2024, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,575
Re: Vacuum advance dist. for Model A
For a dist with vacuum advance you will need a carb wit a port for that, most vacuum dists don't use manifold vacuum. I doubt if there would be enough improvement to notice?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2024, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 192
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2024, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,019
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,019
Re: Revised "Builders Guide"
I too recommend a steel crank gear. I broke a brand new cast iron gear while racing at Bonneville. An aluminum cam gear is very adequate for any street engine, I use a bronze gear for racing.
I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,742
Re: Model A Marine Engine?
That is the most complete marine conversion that I have ever seen! I have no idea of its value, but the MAFFI museum may be interested in it?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2024, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 1,408
Views: 312,439
Re: tell a Model A related story
Woofa, you speak of the hot weather down under at this time of year, up here in SoCal we are just entering Spring. We've had more rain than usual this year, with more expected over Easter weekend,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2024, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 671
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 12:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 406
Re: valve clearence , B motor
There were 3 different B grinds, the most common one had .302" lift, the next one had .315" and the latest one had .339" an slightly more duration than the others.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2024, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 560
Re: Vulcan 1 cylinder head
It was made in the 70's in the San Bernardino area. There was a Model A guy that owned a parts store there and he produced a few performance parts. I think his last name was James???
Most any...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2024, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 489
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2024, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 326
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2024, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder
Vintage 4 (V4) classes are allowed any OHV or OHC conversion that you want to run, its the block that SCTA limits, to 1934 or earlier, or any block approved by the original manufacturer as a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2024, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,727
Re: Synchronized Transmission
I'm not sure that others have actually answered your question. For my money the early Ford V8 trans is the best way to go. The '39 is the best, but the '32-'38 work very well too. The difference...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2024, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Re: Donovan 4 Cylinder
Donovan makes a flathead but most guys use an OHV head. The Model D (Donovan's name for the banger block) is super strong, and expensive but worth it if you are going to drive it hard. They are not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2024, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 629
Re: Speedometer Cable- A Grease Pump?
When greasing the cable, don't put grease in the upper 6". That area is straight so doesn't need it. Too much grease will get into the speedo itself, and cause problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2024, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 656
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