Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2015, 03:03 PM
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Views: 2,044
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2015, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Re: Optima battery holder
Looks really nice! Maybe a dumb question but what is holding the battery down? I use an Optima also and am using the Bert's metal top holder on the original battery tray. i must be missing something...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2015, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,084
Re: Never Seeze
Guess it's time to clean out all that white lithium grease and start over! That's what I really love about coming here for info and advice. I will say that we drove our '29 for over 20 years when I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2015, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,084
Re: Never Seeze
Some great comments here! Wasn't trying to start an argument....just trying to learn something new, which I always do here! I used white lithium grease in my speedo cable gears and to lube the cable...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2015, 01:34 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,084
Never Seeze
Anyone ever used Never Seeze for a speedo cable lubricant? Does anyone have a reason it shouldn't be used for either the cable or to lube the cable input gears on the back of the speedometer? Other...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2015, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,207
Re: New to forum, new Model A owner. Tranny Q.
Welcome! Lots of help here....I was going to suggest that you watch Jack Bahm's YouTube video on this very subject but see he already beat me to the posting. Again, enjoy your car and have fun.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2015, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 6,042
Re: What is this lump for?
I have a May '29 Tudor that has been in the family since new and it has a similar "lump"....though not as pronounced as your's appears....would be interesting to find out what you learn...never...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2015, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 9,597
Re: Which vendor do you buy from?
I primarily use Bert's in Denver.....many times Steve will have an original part at a better price than a repro. Great service also.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2015, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 15,900
Re: Forum Name
Mine is because I have always been called Red, for some reason. Although the beard is white, it's better than being called Blanco....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2015, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,838
Re: 6V optima battery
Ordered mine from Amazon five months back....never had a battery that spins my '29 as well! Ordered with the 6v trickle charger and everything has been perfect so far....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2015, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,196
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2015, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,411
Re: Left Rear Shock Ball Broken Off
Thanks, Keith....I will attempt to get the backing plate off asap and drill this ball out. Yeah, I can imagine the headache when the whole boss is cut off! Any advice on the backing plate itself? You...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2015, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,411
Re: Left Rear Shock Ball Broken Off
Thanks, Brent. Snyders has a straight shank rear perch ball....they say to cut the old ball off and drill out with 9/16 bit...then weld. I'm assuming they have the perch off the car..?Otherwise, how...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2015, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,411
Left Rear Shock Ball Broken Off
Getting ready to buy a rebuilt set of shocks for my '29 Tudor and found a nasty surprise today while looking under the car. It seems the left rear shock ball is broken off above the spring perch. Is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2015, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,028
Re: Exhaust Manifold Paint
Decided to try the POR Manifold gray....sure good to hear everybody's advice and experiences on this. This subject was discussed in several old threads but apparently still has some interest. How do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2015, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,467
Re: 1929 Tudor rear widow regulator
I really appreciate the offer, J Wade....but I already ordered a new repro from Bert's. If that one doesn't work out, I will look you up and see if you are still open to help. I'm new here also and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2015, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,028
Re: Exhaust Manifold Paint
Brent - I completely forgot about my gas grill...great idea! I don't use it for hamburgers, though...prefer charcoal...lol. The Cast Blast ad says it is good for only 250 deg...am I wrong? Appreciate...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2015, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,028
Re: Exhaust Manifold Paint
Appreciate the replies.....will the Cast Blast cure on the car? Don't have access to a useable oven.....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2015, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,028
Exhaust Manifold Paint
I have a new exhaust manifold coming from Bert's in couple days and am curious as to advice here as to what paint to use to maintain the cast iron appearance. I am aware of the VHT paint but have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2015, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,467
Re: 1929 Tudor rear widow regulator
Thanks for the replies! I talked to Steve at Bert's a couple weeks back and he didn't have any decent original regulators for the Tudor. He is my first choice for finding original parts....great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2015, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,467
1929 Tudor rear widow regulator
Anybody have a fix for the left rear window regulator on my '29 Tudor - the window handle was broken off many years ago. I haven't tried to remove the upholstered panel covering the regulator yet but...
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Forum: Early V8
03-16-2015, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 803
1934 3 widow Coupe Steel Dash
Original steel dash with working glove box door from a '34 3W coupe. No damage or rust. Dash has been treated with a black rust primer and is straight and original. Buyer to pay shipping cost.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2015, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,589
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2015, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,589
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2015, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,589
She's alive again after a long sleep...
After sleeping for almost 15 years, my '29 Tudor woke up again yesterday! She couldn't have recovered from that rest without a lot of help from folks on this forum....I have read every post back to...
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