Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 275
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 275
Interior Question
Just finished sewing up my headliner for my 30 2 door sedan, turned out surprisingly well. Will be picking out material for door panels and back seat panels. I have 2 questions, what material is good...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2024, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 901
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2024, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 901
Re: Stuck Valve ?
Several compression tests after trying to soak suspected valve, could see intake valve move, added oil to cylinder did not help compression. So concluded it was exhaust valve, wrong but that was it...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2024, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 901
Re: Stuck Valve ?
Update- Assumed stuck exhaust valve, no compression. Pulled the intake, valves working no problem. Pulled the head expecting the worst, found everything looking just fine. Gasket look good,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-05-2024, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 901
Re: Stuck Valve ?
Thanks for all the responses. Could you tell me some more about this Allen wrench process. I have it soaking in acetone and Marvel, would love to get it to move without taking it apart. If I have to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-04-2024, 05:20 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 901
Stuck Valve ?
Hi all, I have a question about a stuck valve. 1946 V8, appears No 4 exhaust valve is stuck. Tried soaking and running the engine no change. My question is it better to take head off or remove the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2024, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
Re: Headliner Ideas
Well I completed my repair and am very happy with the results. I will not bother with any further explanation, because I am so sure they are inadequate. Thank you all for comments and for seeing my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2024, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
Re: Headliner Ideas
Thanks for your thoughts on this. I won’t be removing the roof, not opening up that can of worms. The roof is fine and after looking at a lot of pictures, some from Brent’s website, I believe my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2024, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2024, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
Re: Headliner Ideas
They are split and patched, barely structural at all. I guess my plan is to make larger bows and router out to accept the broken bows. Captivating them and use construction adhesive. They will be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2024, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
Headliner Ideas
Headliner in my 2 door sedan is not good. Removed it and found the the some wooden bows were repaired, not very well. Roof is fine, looking for suggestions on how to repair or replace bows. I do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2024, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,684
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2024, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 792
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-16-2023, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,571
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2023, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
Re: Help “A” guy out.
I think reworking spring is a good idea, been watching u-tube videos. Looks like a interesting project but worth the effort. Good winter work. Thanks for your comments.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2023, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
Re: Help “A” guy out.
Exercising the springs sounded like a good idea so I did, this car has only moved a little over a mile in years. Did not unbolt anything. Not sure but I think it was related to the shackles. Only...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2023, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,332
Help “A” guy out.
On my newly acquired 1930, 2 door sedan. The body has a 1 inch slant on the rear. Having no knowledge of the under carriage, crawling underneath saw no damage and it all looked to be there. Measured...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2023, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 79
Views: 5,082
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2023, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 803
Re: Model A head
Thanks for the information, also came with another head in really nice shape.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2023, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 803
Model A head
Just bought a engine, the head is embossed ( MODEL A ) is that common ?
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