Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2014, 09:21 PM
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Views: 6,116
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2014, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,303
Re: Installation cost
Gosh, I thought that would be the easiest question I've asked the barn.
I'll restate the question as advised. How many hours does it take to do these tasks?
All the old upholstery was removed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2014, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,303
Installation cost
If I supply the materials, what would you guys say is a reasonable installation cost for having someone install the vinyl top and upholstery on a 30 Tudor? I plan to use an LB interior kit.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2014, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
I disconnected the fuel line going into the carburetor yesterday and found the compression fitting there was slightly twisted. It wasn't distorted enough to leak fuel, but I replaced it anyway. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2014, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
Another frustrating Saturday trying to get my A to run...
Bought a new carburetor and put it on... Same behavior.
Went back through the fuel lines with a small gun barrel brush...No change....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2014, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,335
Re: Carburetor choices
Tried to get the Tillotson to work that has been hanging there for a number of years. Unfortunately, the interface between top and bottom housings is warped enough that I can see daylight through it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2014, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,335
Carburetor choices
I'm looking to bite the bullet and get another carburetor.
Is there any difference between the new units that the big vendors offer or are they all from the same supplier?
It is (hopefully)...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2014, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
I snuck the rpm up slowly on the column and pulled the choke out about half way... RPMs increased, so I went back into the carb.
I poked a twist tie into the channels to make sure they were all...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2014, 12:54 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
Tried with the gas cap off - no de france.
This is a freshly rebuilt engine with new manifold and gasket. I put about 20 miles on it without much complaint before the body went into the shop.
And...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2014, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
Mitch,
Spraying carb cleaner into the air intake does keep the car from shutting off.
I bought a spark tester, but haven't had success with it yet as I can't keep the car running long enough to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2014, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2014, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Re: Fuel Flow Rate
Update...
I eyeballed the fuel flow. With about 3 gallons of gas in the tank, there is about a one inch stream of gas going to the carburetor, which is basically the same as what I see when I check...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2014, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,365
Re: Tillotson Gaskets
What is the correct thread size for the bore for the jet and drain plug? Looks like 3/8" -24 tpi but I'm not positive.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2014, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,365
Re: Tillotson Gaskets
This helps, but I'm not sure which gasket goes in the places shown. I'll go back to my teardown and see if one seems to fit better in each location.
Thanks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2014, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,365
Tillotson Gaskets
Rebuilding a Tillotson carb but I don't know where each of the gaskets belong.
Where do the three round gaskets go that are shown in the box in this picture?
I suspect they go on the jet...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2014, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,057
Fuel Flow Rate
Troubleshooting a backfiring issue and after reading several posts, I want to better understand fuel starvation. Is there a known minimum flow rate for the gas going to the carb?
Right after I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2013, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 13,709
Re: Tow bar for light towing
I bought the Harbor Freight unit and it has served well pulling the car back and forth on a couple short runs.
I remove the bumper clamps, turn the backing plates to the front, and mount the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2013, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 18,911
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2013, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,655
Glass channel installation
Guys,
The glass channels in my '30 Tudor were non-existent when I acquired it, so I'm not 100% positive that I know where I should use foam or if there is another material that is supposed to go in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-15-2013, 08:02 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,353
Re: Exhaust Manifold Was Glowing a Little
Agreed. I learned the same lesson this time last year. We advanced the timing just a bit and she ran beautifully ever since. I took a photo of my glowing red muffler just to remind myself of how...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2013, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,890
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-10-2013, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,591
Re: General Interior Advice
I am interested in learning more about insulation techniques.
Do you layer separate products for sound and temperature?
Where does it pay to apply insulation?
Do you add anything extra between...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2013, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,591
General Interior Advice
My restoration will soon be turning the corner from exterior and mechanical issues to interior installation. Any general advice, besides selecting a reliable material supplier, that you would give a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2013, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 11,288
Re: Headlight bar differences
I repeated the experiment last night with the bar shown in the left photo of the original post. The gap between the passenger fender and the light bar is about 8" when both bolts are tightened on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 13,073
Re: Turn signals with hidden switch
Hey guys. I read this string a while back and bought the electronic signal kit from Turnswitch.com. I like the unit overall, but I have had trouble with it working consistently when the car is on...
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