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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-14-2023, 10:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,829
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Re-Stamping Engine Number / Frame Number

My 1929 Model A RPU had a new engine installed in the ‘40 or ‘50s. At that time a new VIN or motor number was assigned to the title; which was LBxxxxx. The problem I see with changing the motor...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-29-2022, 11:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,569
Posted By fordcragar
Re: 1940 Sedan Axle Length

Anyone have a better link?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 09:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

At this point, i would put some gas in a small can, with a hose going to the fuel pump and see if the pump will pump gas to the carburetors. Make sure the hose goes to the bottom of the can. This...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 04:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

Have you ever had the tank out and cleaned?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

Richard, is the gas line that you hooked the siphon hose to, the same gas line that goes to the fuel pump? If so, then there might be something in your tank that is blocking fuel flow. The gas smell,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-20-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,317
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Rattles. Where to start?

The Chassis Ears, used to be under $100, now brought to you for a low price of just a little north of $130.:D
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-20-2022, 02:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,317
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Rattles. Where to start?

Chassis Ears

About eight years ago I was trying to figure out where a noise was coming from on my OT truck. Here is a link that I participated in on the Garage Journal:
...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

Most vacuum gauges can be used for pressure.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 10:19 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

I think what Dan and I were trying to figure out, is the fuel pump actually working. If you disconnect the fuel pump outlet line (the one to the carburetor) and put a pressure gauge on it, that would...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2022, 12:50 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,385
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Fuel or electric?

If you aren't getting fuel out of the outlet of the fuel pump, then the pump isn't working for some reason. What engine are you running? The post that "danliveshere" posted would give you an...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-02-2022, 09:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By fordcragar
Re: H.A.M.B. postings

I couldn't guess how many hours I've spent over the years learning some of these websites. Just when you start to feel comfortable, the software will be changed. I used to be on the HAMB everyday,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-30-2022, 01:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,501
Posted By fordcragar
Re: All F.A.S.T. Organization Members

I'm sure that these Nor Cal guys will need all of the support that they can get. The southern California group had been around for a long time and did a great job. Its nice to see someone else...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-27-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,501
Posted By fordcragar
Re: All F.A.S.T. Organization Members

Here is a scan of the letter that I received last week, regarding FAST
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-27-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,501
Posted By fordcragar
All F.A.S.T. Organization Members

Three FAST Nor-Cal members, John Cammack, Robert Weitzel, and Bob Miller, have stepped up to take on the FAST Organization moving forward and responsibilities thereof. They have planned four hill...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 06-24-2022, 12:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 706
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Sun dist tester

You might contact these guys for help/repair on the Sun machine:

http://www.paramountd.com/repair.html
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-21-2022, 08:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,794
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Western National Meet - Wenatchee, Washington State

https://efv8psrg.org/2022-western-national-meet/
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2022, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,100
Posted By fordcragar
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-06-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,485
Posted By fordcragar
Re: T5 transmission

I’m with Krylon32 on the frame issue.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2022, 12:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,100
Posted By fordcragar
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2022, 09:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,864
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Weber 32/36 adapter

I made adapters for my Model A out of aluminum plate, for the Weber’s.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-18-2022, 10:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,444
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Jim Linder's Birthday Today!!

Happy Birthday Jim!
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-14-2022, 07:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,527
Posted By fordcragar
Re: old gas - like 10 years old

I’ve used a gallon can as a temporary tank to avoid a bad tank/gas.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2022, 07:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,276
Posted By fordcragar
Re: How can I jack up the pickup after the rear axle is removed???

I would use a 4x4 on the frame behind the transmission, the a floor jack to lift to rear of the truck. With the engine and transmission in place, there would be enough weight on the front of the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-21-2022, 02:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,386
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Black single stage paint.

Stop by an auto paint store and ask your question. They have paint chip books you could look at.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2022, 01:53 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,586
Posted By fordcragar
Re: Starting to Have 2nd Thoughts About Restoring This Model A Coupe

Does the engine run? If it does, I’d put it together any way I could, then drive it and have fun.
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