Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-03-2022, 12:21 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2021, 10:38 AM
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Re: 1930 Tudor Door Window Removal
Hi Gene,
Do you happen to have a write up on replacing the window channels on a 1929 Fordor leatherback(Briggs) or any advice? I need to tackle all 4 doors this winter. The interior is in great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2020, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 9
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Wood rot - wood hardener
Looking for recommendations on fixing some wood rot.
What wood hardener should I use and can I then glue(type) and/or fill(type) the damaged area after a wood hardener has been applied and dried?...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2020, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Hi Patrick...6v and a generator. Battery charged back up to 100%. Installed it back in(positive to ground strap). Started right up and Amp. meter working the right way now.
Clutch adjustment is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2020, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Meanwhile, with all the starting of the car for the clutch adjustment, my battery slowly died. It made no sense but after investigation I noticed the new battery was hooked up opposite by the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2020, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
So I got the pin out of the shaft/collar. I ended up cutting off the collar with a small grinder. With that off, the rest of the pin slowly tapped out.
Installed new bushings in the pedals,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2020, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
So the good news. The new spring is installed!!!! Used the string for safety, hooked the back end on by hand and the front end using vise grips. I did have to cut a bit off the front hook to get...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2020, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Thanks Larrys40. They did look long. I will cut them back as suggested.
I really hope the weak old spring is what's causing for the clutch adjusting issue(throw out bearing slider never returning...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2020, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2020, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Thanks guys. Tomorrow I will get back at it. Not sure how to pull the pin that holds the Brake/Clutch Pedal Shaft in place. My shaft is highly worn so I think I should replace it.
Looks like the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2020, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Thank GRutter. I just picked up parts as a lot was worn(new main pedal shaft and pedal bushings, spacer washer, new collar, new trunion and shaft).
QUESTION: How much up and down travel/movement...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2020, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Re: Throw out bearing spring replacement
Thanks folks. Any other pointers welcomed. Until I get the spring swapped out, no clutch adjustment is possible because the slider returns to random spots upon releasing the clutch petal. Off to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2020, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2020, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Throw out bearing spring replacement
My 1929 Model A throw out bearing does not pull back all the way when I release the clutch. It moves back freely by hand when I move it through the inspection plate.
Can I replace the spring...
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