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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-20-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,558
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Longest trip you took in a Model A

Syncro, I wouldn't mind seeing a picture of your Model A and trailer you pulled.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-29-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,448
Posted By George, Iowa
Coast to Coast in a Model A

I don't know if this has been posted yet. YouTube has a video of a young man who is going to go coast to coast in a Model A.
He goes by, "Double Clutch King". I thought it was kinda cool.
Link...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-18-2021, 08:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 954
Posted By George, Iowa
Radiator splash apron Reproduction

Who sells the best looking/fitting radiator splash apron. Brattons is out of stock. This is the apron directly under the radiator between the front fenders. 1931 Ford Std Coupe. Are they all the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-18-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,818
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Cross country in a Model A preview

Can you give us some of your background? Why the journey? Why a Model A? What is your profession? Who is going with you? A brother, friend or maybe wife?
Thanks for posting...I will watch your...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,159
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Rebuilding the transmission shift tower YouTube series

You improved Tom Endy's ideas? I didn't know that could be done. Tom is kind of my Model A idol. I will have to watch your series. Thanks for taking the time to make a video! The videos on...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-16-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,556
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: gas gauge float replacement

Packrat, most Model A clubs have a loaner gas gauge tool if you want to go that route. Where are you located?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2021, 11:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,112
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: LED Headlights

Katy, would it be fair to call this one a Padiddle?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-08-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,452
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Failed Experiment

Great Post! I will be waiting to see what you do next! One of my favorite quotes below!
“There are no failures – just experiences and your reactions to them.” – Tom Krause
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-08-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,112
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: LED Headlights

JBWthree, This is great idea installing one in each light. Could I suggest shining them at a large building or wall, from various distances, to see the pattern. Thanks so much for your efforts and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-02-2021, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 860
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Fuel Gauge Numbers - Paint

Jay Jay, Thanks for the response! SIG clear butyrate dope looks like the ticket. I will give it a try! On another note: I lived in Sacramento in the 80's and loved spending the weekend in San...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-02-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 860
Posted By George, Iowa
Fuel Gauge Numbers - Paint

What brand and type of paint or clear coat do you use when painting the fuel gauge numbers. I used model airplane paint, fuel proof, for the numbers then sanded the face with sandpaper taped to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2021, 01:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,672
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: windshield frame rebuild

A big Thank YOU Bob for the video! I have Mitch's stripping material, CRC Heavy Duty silicone spray, and homemade wooden stand on my bench. My new glass should be coming soon. Without your video I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,553
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Insurance policy w/o liability?

Does your insurance policy limit you to the amount of miles that you can drive your car? Daily driver vs Sunday driver?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,418
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Ford Barn sign-in

This is why married men live longer. The wives steer us in the right direction. They also ask the question...Are you sure you want to do that? Glad she is there to assist. :-)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-23-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,373
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Topics one should cover in a "new head" walkthrough video

You already have some great ideas for the video.
1) Do you paint the head before installing so you don't have to paint around the nuts?
2) Do you paint around the edge where rust normally...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2020, 10:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By George, Iowa
5 Widow Coupe Rubber Blocks by Quarter Window

Anyone have the part number and name for these two black rubber blocks in the picture? The car is a 1930 Standard Coupe. The picture is just below the Quarter Window next to the door. And what is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-08-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 733
Posted By George, Iowa
1930 Coupe Sub-frame Rails - Replace half or full?

I was wondering if anyone had experience with the overall fit of new full sub-frame rails? Do they match up with the originals or need modifications? And what supplier was you happy with? Mine are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2020, 07:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 531
Posted By George, Iowa
5 Window Coupe, Small Body Part in corner of top.

I have only one of these small parts and wondered if someone sells it. See picture. I am guessing this small part stops water from entering the corner of a 1930 Ford Model a 5 window Coupe. (see...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,343
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Control Arm

Thanks tin cup for the quick response!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,343
Posted By George, Iowa
Control Arm

Should I bend my new control rod (silver) like my old black control rod (black)? See picture.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-06-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 19,258
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: New guy to the Barn - 1929 Model A

Make sure to write down the history of the car. Revisit the person you bought it from and get all the stories about that car that he can remember.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,698
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Gas Stations that offered SERVICE

I worked in a full service station in the 80's for a high school job. My uncle owned it. It had full service or self service. But if you were standing around you gave the self service cars the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2013, 10:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,222
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Oil Pan fit?

Purdy, I have the Float A Motor...makes sense now that you point it out.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,222
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Oil Pan fit?

The body is not on the car. So it sounds like hood/body fit will determine if I need to move the motor backwards. Great ideas guys! I love this website.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,222
Posted By George, Iowa
Re: Oil Pan fit?

Curt, I wish I was running down the road with you this summer. I am between semesters right now and working on my A. School starts back up soon and the Model A will have to be mothballed again.
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