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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-26-2024, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 377
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Timing gears

Always a demand for a cheaper product.Was a post on here about non fitting repro parts and cost seem to come up quite often.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 691
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Engine paint

Hello, I have also heard what post 2 and 4 said In thier posts ,can’t imagine Ford wasting much in the factory.Green must have been a popular color for engines then .
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 654
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off

Hello, I have one on my 31 , installed by previous owner, seems to work ok , does have separate shut off switch, also have a master switch on battery. Better than having to raze hood to use factory...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-08-2024, 12:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 624
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Wheel Well Patch Panels

Hello, I can say for sure the repro panels have short comings at least on a 31 roadster .As suggested just repair the rusted areas and use weld . The car I am working on was hit on passenger side and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-07-2024, 02:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 920
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Why a fabric roof?

Hello, I also read about the limitations of steel press size in that era , the larger press were used for front fenders in particular. The Ist Fords common built with all steel roofs were the 1937...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2024, 08:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,985
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Straightening up a couple of Model A's (Advice needed)

Hello, granted you will have more in it than it’s probably worth, but that can be said for many hobbies. I am restoring a 31 roadster, and know I have more in it than it is worth, along with my 49...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 451
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Headlights / Grille Shell

How good,for replating ,are the original ones?Some of the repro stuff doesn’t fit that good.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2024, 03:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,158
Posted By gdmn852
Re: New Radiator Opinions

Hello, agree that it is hard to find a radiator repair shop anymore, had mine repaired after checking with four other shops, only one could actually clean and repair it, they went out of business...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2024, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 366
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Front seatback riser question

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/product.htm?pid=976374&cat=0 Link (hopefully) to Snyders catolog.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2024, 09:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,601
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Light Wire Harness Bucket Seized/Issues

Hello, had some trouble with mine and found the small c clip the attached at the bottom of the rod was missing, it keeps the spring under tension without it the the forked selector would bind in the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2024, 09:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 366
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Front seatback riser question

Hello again, the 31 has a angle bracket that mounts to body sub frame and attachs to the quarter panel, which is is probably different than the 28 29 . The bracket reinforces the quarter panel quite...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2024, 06:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 366
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Front seatback riser question

Hello, pictures of 31 roadster seat riser if this helps.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By gdmn852
Re: '29 Standard Roaster Headlight question

Hello, one possibility could be car has wrong year on title, depending on the state , sometimes cars were titled the year they were first sold, I seen a 1940 Pontiac titled as a 1939 , also a 1929...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2024, 09:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,054
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Ford car Ford gas

I remember those Ford gum ball machines, was one in front of the Tom Mccans shoe store.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 444
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Ford wire wheel

Hello, 1932 Fords had 18 inch rims, the only year to do so as standard equipment, 1933 34 also known as Model 40 have 17 inch rims . As mentioned a picture would help.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-22-2024, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,692
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Inside gas tank finish

Finally got pinstripe done.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By gdmn852
Re: 31 Std. Roadster Wiper Motor

Hello again, that flap does cut down on wind slightly when fastened to windshield, forgot to snap it down , and wondered why it was noiser than usual.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By gdmn852
Re: 31 Std. Roadster Wiper Motor

Hello, this is a Deluxe top but picture shows the flap you mentioned, flap would be similar but in black cross grain , and of course the top bow is different.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,718
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Backfire

Hello, known electric problems are , condenser, ignition switch, both repro and original, if not rebuilt, the wire inside the cable will short out , repro points that don’t line up and block wears...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,865
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Favorite "A" Body Style

Hello, can I pick two? 40 B Deluxe Roadster, have a 31 , and 1931 slant windshield sedan. If I should get another Model A that’s what it would be.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-17-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,137
Posted By gdmn852
Re: List of Reproduction "A" Parts That Don't Work

Hello again, I ordered the original type 1931 running boards from Snyders, I see now they are discontinued item , luckily still had some in stock, so got a pair. When I was restoring Porsche one of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2024, 08:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,320
Posted By gdmn852
Re: internal engine enamel

Postwar and perhaps prewar , Hudson’s had red glyptal inside the engine, also on 49 Buick was inside the rear carrier casting for ring and pinion. Helps to seal the casting.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 08:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By gdmn852
Re: Looking for Chrome Plater recommendation for my 68C Windshield

Hello, I used Advanced Custom Chrome for rear bumper on 1949 Buick, it turned out well , this was a few years back,price was $850 be higher today .
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 11:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,498
Posted By gdmn852
Re: What year is this car???

Looks like your roadster is in nice condition, hopefully be driving it , when (if?) weather gets warmer , I am in Pennsylvania so probably sharing the cold.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 11:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,498
Posted By gdmn852
Re: What year is this car???

Hello again, I would say a 1929 , had outside door handles , thanks for the compliment on the roadster, looks better in pictures than real life.
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