Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2019, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,860
Re: Rear Axle Messtoration
I had the same exact situation. The shock mounts you refer to were sold by J C Whitney back in the sixties. I know because I bought a set and had them installed on my coupe back then. They turned...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2017, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 344
Views: 64,999
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2016, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,358
Re: Rear spring
I took out a couple of the rear leaves from my 30 coupe years ago to soften the ride. It did soften the ride some with no apparent side effects.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2015, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,778
Re: Brass crank hole cover?
I was having trouble getting a smooth plating job on my pot metal cowl light arms. Gave up after three attempts. I heard about brass cowl arms and was lucky enough to find a pair. They plated...
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Forum: Model-A
10-01-2015, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 0
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2015, 12:34 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,823
Re: Plating
Craig Riker plated mine and did an excellent job.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2015, 10:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,234
Unusual repair
I am starting a ground up restoration for my 30 coupe. After having the body media blasted I was surprised at all the damage that was Suddenly visible. There was the usual rust through, cracked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2015, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,453
Re: Original shock restoration
I just got 4 rebuilt from Robert Paul. I sent 8 cores. 4 were bad. Turnaround time was almost 6 months. He only communicates by phone. Price was reasonable. $240. Freight extra. I believe...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2015, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,540
Autolite
I recently obtained a nice Autolite heater I am considering installing on my 30 coupe. It has an intake manifold attached but it does not have a port for a vacuum line. I have been told that a stock...
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Forum: Model-A
03-13-2015, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,202
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2015, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 6,814
Re: Parts dealers
Everyone enjoying their Model A's should be grateful there are so many quality suppliers. I go back to the sixties when there were very few parts available. Our cars were only thirty years old but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2015, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,289
Re: coupe window glass.
I have the glass out of mine and can make patterns if you would like if you don't mind waiting a couple of months.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2015, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 19,404
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2015, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 34,450
Re: Rare Model A related parts...
207776This an accessory automatic choke. I got this years ago from an old Ford dealership. One end attaches to the carb and the other end rests against the exhaust manifold. I put it on my 30...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-17-2014, 08:36 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 8,316
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2014, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2014, 05:52 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,485
Re: Availability of Model A shock absorbers
If you're expecting to get rebuildable cores from Robert Paul you may be in for a disappointment. I recently sent him my four originals and was told only one was rebuildable. He said he had no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2014, 04:54 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,509
Re: 12 Volt Conversion
You might want to look at The Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook Vol II by Les Andrews. Section 4 has a handy checklist and fairly complete instructions.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2014, 08:46 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,138
patch panels
My 30 coupe will need patchwork at the usual locations prone to rust as well as sub rails for the rear of the car. I have read numerous comments about patch panels not fitting correctly and am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2014, 12:40 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,527
Re: Door Hindge Pin Removal
I'm going through the same issues. I got a pin removal tool from Brattons and thought my problems were supposed to be over. The tool is heavy and looks like it should work but unfortunately it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2014, 11:21 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,389
Deck lid
My 30 coupe was partially converted from a trunk to a rumble seat by a previous owner years ago. A new lid was installed but not the seat or the step plates. I am trying to restore the car and would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2014, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,412
Re: Brattons new headlight reflectors
Is there a writeup that compares these reflectors with original stock in terms of performance? I have been thinking about having my originals replated. I understand about the tarnishing difference...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-22-2014, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 15,048
Re: Rumble Seat vs. trunk values
For what it's worth NADA considers an A with a rumble to be worth more than one with a trunk. Believe it or not the NADA website has a classic car section that values most of the Model A body styles...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2014, 07:45 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,552
identifying repro hood
I dont know much about repro hoods and I am trying to determine if I have bought one without realizing it. I recently acquired what I thought was a used original. After placing it on the car the top...
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Forum: Model-A
07-07-2014, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,059
30-31 hood
Need hood for 30 coupe. Must be original (not repro) in good shape, panels straight, hinge eyelets in tact, no significant pitting
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