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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-25-2018, 06:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,460
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Strange rear of the car low frequency rumble when letting up on the gas

Thanks, Big hammer.
I checked out your suggestions, but so far, no luck finding the smoking gun.
I welcome any other suggestions. Thanks again.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-24-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,460
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Strange rear of the car low frequency rumble when letting up on the gas

Thank you for the informative replies.
I wonder if this additional info below would impact your previous replies about potential U-joint or differential/pinion issues:
My car makes these low...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-24-2018, 05:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,460
Posted By Pat Martone
Strange rear of the car low frequency rumble when letting up on the gas

I’m at a loss in discovering the source of a low frequency rumbling sound coming from the rear of my ‘31 Slant sedan, when I let up on the gas pedal. This is not an engine or exhaust noise. I have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-12-2018, 05:20 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 18,505
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Rear Panhard Bar ?

I hope you can clear-up my confusion about the use of the rear panhard bar on a town sedan that already has Ken Davis's tube shocks on it. According to both "bettlesr" and "smog tech" in this thread...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-09-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,716
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: rear wheel bearing grease

Thank you to all who have answered my questions!
I've ordered it from NAPA.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,716
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: rear wheel bearing grease

Please tell me where I can buy "Sta-Lube heavy duty brake drum grease"?
I want this precise product.
I find many similar products on sites like Amazon, but I want the correct product for my rear...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-18-2017, 05:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,378
Posted By Pat Martone
What is that slight whirring sound I hear when the clutch pedal is pressed?

I took my Model A out for the first time this season a few days ago, and heard for the first time, a subtle but noticeable whirring or light spinning sound when the clutch pedal was pressed in. Is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-08-2017, 06:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,293
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Lester 550/575 -19

I also use the 5.50 X19 Excelsior Stahl Sport Radials.
Compared to bias ply, these radials handle and ride very smooth and "track" nicely, especially when crossing uneven or bumpy roads, railroad...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-13-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,059
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Modern Shock Poll

I have been pleased with the Ken Davis shocks kit.
Forum: Model-A 04-04-2016, 04:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: New Zenith Carburetor

Zenith Carburetor is still available.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-01-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,667
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Rear Wheel Bearing Grease Silver Gray. Is this Rear End Shot?

I just ordering a rear roller bearing from Bratton's; they do not have the spiral groove in them as illustrated in the catalog. When I called them they told me the photo in the catalog is wrong.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,667
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Rear Wheel Bearing Grease Silver Gray. Is this Rear End Shot?

I too suffered from the defective roller bearings, but my car sustained more damage.
The roller bearing broke apart inside the hub, cracked the hub, and destroyed the bearing race, requiring me to...
Forum: Model-A 03-24-2016, 11:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: New Zenith Carburetor

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Forum: Model-A 03-15-2016, 04:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Pat Martone
New Zenith Carburetor

New Zenith Carburetor (new, and not rebuilt), an excellent
reproduction, US-made just like the original. Listed on page 62 of the 2015 Bratton's catalog for $425 plus shipping; my price is $195...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2016, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,098
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Which radial tire size? 19"

I've been using the excelsior stahl sport radials, 500R19 version, on my model a with model a wheels for 5 years with no problem. Furthermore, I ordered them as a complete package from Coker, that...
Forum: Model-A 02-10-2016, 06:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: New Zenith Carburetor

Price reduced to $250!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-10-2016, 06:00 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,074
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Radiator Screen

I don't really care for the looks of the stone guard, and much prefer the look of the my 1931 Model A without one, but after spending more than $800 for a new radiator, I've got one mounted on my car...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2016, 01:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,842
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Model A Fordor?

No, the 31 Slant Window Fordors do not use door and body wood.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2016, 10:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,842
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Model A Fordor?

My understanding is as follows.
The 1931 Slant Windshield (S/W) Fordor models 160A, 160B (Town Sedan), and 160C (Blindback), do not use structural wood like the previous years' Fordors. They do...
Forum: Model-A 01-25-2016, 05:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: New Zenith Carburetor

Price reduced to $275.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-20-2016, 08:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,239
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: Radial vs. Bias...

I've installed the Excelsior Stahl radials 500R19 on my standard model a wheels about 4 years ago with no problems; a much improved and safer ride now with better handling, steering, and braking...
Forum: Model-A 12-31-2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: New Zenith Carburetor

Price now reduced to $275.
Forum: Model-A 12-18-2015, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Pat Martone
New Zenith Carburetor

New Zenith Carburetor (new, and not rebuilt), an excellent
reproduction, US-made just like the original. Listed on page 62 of the 2015 Bratton's catalog for $425 plus shipping; my price is $325...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-22-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,256
Posted By Pat Martone
Re: "Ford's Garage" Restaurants in Ft Myers, FL

Thank you, Marty!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-22-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,256
Posted By Pat Martone
"Ford's Garage" Restaurants in Ft Myers, FL

I plan to visit Ft Myers in FL soon, and wonder if visiting one of the three Ford Model A "themed" restaurants, called "Ford's Garage", might be fun.
Have any fordbarners been there or visited the...
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