Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2022, 05:53 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 355
Re: Mice got into rumble seat back cushion
Try contacting Classtique Upholstery for the padding and spring fabric if you decide to replace it. I recently upholstered my rumble seat and my son’s car with their kits. They sell supplies...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2022, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Re: Title Jumping
In Michigan if the new owner is a relative as defined by the Secretary of State, no use tax is due and the title transfer is only the paper work fee. I can't see why anyone would jump the title if...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-27-2022, 03:18 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 295
Re: '26 Runabout Colors
Colors other than black were not offered on the Runabout or Touring until later in 1926. The Model T encyclopedia states the colors were probably for the ‘27 Model year which was introduced in August
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2022, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,070
Re: No holes in Pan Gasket
This is a good strategy on the part of the gasket maker. Partial punching ensures there is no punch offal clogging their machines and less waste for them to dispose.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2022, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2022, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2022, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2022, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2022, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2022, 09:49 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 4,569
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-21-2022, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,325
Re: Howell's Sheet metal
I bought the same panel for my touring from Smith and Jones. I used them because I assumed they did more business with Howell’s than I ever would. I got the panel in a few days and was happy.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2022, 11:03 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 926
Re: Early starter bendix
Seabees,
My starter has a 5/8” shaft, conventional starter drive with a headless set screw on one end of the spring. The starter itself has the early switch. The flywheel is the later version...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-30-2022, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 926
Re: Early starter bendix
The Model T spring will work with the multi disc clutch flywheel. It is wound in the same direction as the Model A spring but is a smaller diameter. There is one installed on my later ‘28 Coupe.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2021, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,149
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2021, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,132
Re: Vintage Precision Hub Puller
I have a '41 Ford in addition to my Model As. I bought the Vintage Precision puller when I had to do a brake job on that car.
I am impressed with the pullers construction and will not hesitate to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2021, 03:38 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Re: 1929 Roadster questions
Ray,
I am indeed referring to the special brackets for the radiator support rod. One side is missing with no holes for on the sheet metal panel. The other bracket is bolted instead of being...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2021, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
1929 Roadster questions
First I would like to say I own a current copy of the Judging Guide as well as The Ed Francis/ Les Henry/ George DeAngelis book. I can’t find all the answers. This is my son’s car and he asked me to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2020, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
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: 1,045
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: 3,227
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: 6,368
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2019, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,584
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2019, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 85
Views: 4,975
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2019, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,240
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: 3,116
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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