Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-06-2021, 02:02 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 454
Re: Cause of Blow By
Cape Codder,
You say you tried the sock trick and was told it isn't a good idea.
You got a lot of advice and what is causing the blow by. I don't think that is what you are asking.
Yes it is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2020, 03:13 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 905
Re: Gratitude
BIRTHDAYS ARE GOOD FOR YOU.
THE MORE YOU HAVE, THE LONGER YOU LIVE.
Richard
Anaheim CA
84th Birthday March 8, 21
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-19-2020, 03:01 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,425
Re: Cool Running
Wouldn't we all love to have your problem?
I use a 160* thermostat from one of the Model A parts stores that is welded to a stainless steel tube. I drill out the two bypass holes to 1/4 " diameter...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-17-2020, 02:21 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 395
Re: Rear axle change on 1929 AA truck .
:John,
I don't have any info on your AA rear end but just have to say it's good to see you post here on the barn. Us geezers just never know if each other is still able to do so. Will you be back...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 2,216
Re: Rumble Seat Risk
Not the ideal safety measure, but when someone rides in my rumble seat, I tie the opening handle to the spare tire which is only inches apart when open.
Seat belts should be a must and the padding...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2020, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,362
Re: 30 Tudor Upholstery Kit
What a pleasant surprise. Yes lets share a scotch. Maybe some of the other guys on here would like to join us.
Send me a round trip ticket :D
Richard
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2020, 02:07 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 654
Re: A and AA flywheel castings
I have always called that housing the bell housing which is bolted to the clutch or flywheel housing which has the mounting attachments to the frame.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2020, 01:35 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,820
Re: Post or not?
POST OR NOT
No, you should NOT have posted here and now. What's next? Discount coupons for your products?
Am I the only person that sees a tawdry attempt to move to the front of the line?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2020, 11:39 PM
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Replies: 203
Views: 45,746
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2020, 01:06 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,264
Re: Bell housing
Its not the bell housing.
It's the shift lever
Don't remember exact details but there was a change in the shift lever somewhere between 28/29 and 30/31. All reproshift levers are the same so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2020, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,222
Re: Cam Choice
You will like Jiim's "C" grind cam. I do.
Never been accused of holding up traffic either.
Richard
Anaheim CA
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2020, 02:24 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 852
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2020, 02:21 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,098
Re: Finding local A people
80 miles isn't that far to drive once. 1. Find out when the club meetings are and drive there Meet some new friends, exchange contact info etc. 2. Repeat at the other club meeting.
You will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2020, 02:10 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 665
Re: 12v amps gauge
Most alternators will put out at least 35 amps immediately after starting.
Install an aftermarket ammeter from Model A parts dealer with 30/30 reading.
They look just like the 20/20 original...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2020, 02:04 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,495
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Forum: Model-A
08-08-2020, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 291
Wanted: Aa truck throttle bracket assy
I'm ready to start the big boy and my throttle bracket assembly is for a car.
Need bracket specific for 28/29 AA truck. Perhaps a Pickup is the same.
This is the bracket you mount on the top of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2020, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 437
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2020, 02:11 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,885
Re: New Tire Recommendation
I go for the best, Goodyear from Kelsey Tire the manufacturer. They are located in Missouri
Richard
Anaheim CA
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2020, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Re: new tubes-any of them any good?
I'm with Syncro. On a long trip around the USA years back, I started out with 5 new tires and the most beautiful tubes I have ever seen. They were thick black rubber made in Danmark.
One went...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2020, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,566
Re: Were "Suicde Doors" Really Dangerous?
"Back then" when your car wouldn't start, it was pretty common to open the driver door, push the car, jump in and "bump start" it. Not at all uncommon today if you can not recruit a couple of buddys...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2020, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 571
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2020, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 2,859
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2020, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 2,832
Re: Need to re-torque head, but socket is too fat
I am always amazed to find "many" Model A guys that don't even torque those two long studs at proper torque. They are afraid of breaking the casting.
I believe they should be torqued the same as...
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Forum: Model-A
05-07-2020, 09:38 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 387
Mitchell Trans for Model A
Wanted Mitchell Trans with the 15% higher 1st and 2nd gear with the side mount emergency brake.
Mitchell has been shut down during the virus and is coming back on line next week. I'm anxious and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-04-2020, 02:38 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,231
Re: Flywheel install tip
Dear old Dad has still got it.
Take him out to breakfast when the diners open up.
Richard
Anaheim CA (An old dad)
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