Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2022, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,104
Commercial Crank Hole Cover
I know this is a simple question but looking for clarity. I have a 1929 pickup. My shell is black as was original and my crank hole cover is as well. I was at teh MARC national meet for a few days...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2021, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 896
Front Brake (?) Noise
Having trouble with a 1928 Fordor and looking for help/ideas. Car has all new brakes/bearings just done a little over a year ago. If you back out out of the garage and drive back forward slowly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2020, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 504
29 Pickup Seat
I have a 1929 pickup I’ve had for some time. Quite a while ago I did some significant work on it including having the seats redone by LB. The rear seat sits in place great with the original...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2019, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,925
Re: New Radiator and Losing Coolant
I have checked the advance arm movement in the distributor body and it is good. I also did use the NeRex wrench to set the timing. Like you said it gets it pretty close and pretty easily. Will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2019, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,925
Re: New Radiator and Losing Coolant
I lost a little over 2 gallons in antifreeze. I ordered the block tester off Amazon as suggested and will see if it is a head gasket, etc. issue. Hoping I don't have to replace on a brand new...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2019, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,925
New Radiator and Losing Coolant
First few voyages of a near complete restoration. First real drive the car - 28 Leatherback - overheated terribly. It was the original radiator and I had it checked originally and told it was good....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2019, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
Re: 1928 will not stay running
Thanks Jim. You are 100% right. After coming so far with the car I was pretty discouraged. I will follow through on your suggestions.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2019, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
1928 will not stay running
So just about complete with my restoration of a 1928 Leatherback. This forum has helped me greatly in the process and am facing another issue I am having trouble solving.
I got the car started...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2019, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,106
28 Leatherback Windshield Visor
When I got the car to restore the windshield visor was painted. However I've seen many pictures with the 28 leatherback visor covered in brown vinyl to match the top. What is correct?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2019, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,759
Re: Gas Aspiration Problem?
So..... Checked the manifold and all gaskets. All good. Went through all the suggested checks made by everyone and the winner is....appears I am 180 degrees out. Went back to timing it again and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2019, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,759
Gas Aspiration Problem?
I feel like I ask dumb question on this forum but being relatively new to working on A's I really appreciate all the great advice and help. Restoration is moving along, but hi another problem. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2019, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,127
Re: Rebuilt Engine
I don't believe so but will check. Dumb question but what would be the effect of this?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2019, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,127
Re: Rebuilt Engine
Haven’t started it yet. Just trying to turn it so I can time it. Managed that. Assuming the only way to start it it tow and pop the clutch? Just surprised I cant get it to turn in lower gear. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2019, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,127
Rebuilt Engine
Apologies since I know this has been asked and answered before but I was coming up empty searching..... had the engine rebuilt for the project I’m working on. It is really tight. Someone told me...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2019, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2019, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2019, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
28 Leatherback and Pop-out Switch Fit
I found an original retired pop-pit switch fro my 28 Leatherback project. Installed I cannot get the dash panel to sit properly so it can be screwed in. The body of the switch is hitting the gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2019, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,419
Re: Shutoff valve to gas tank fit
Thank you Brent! I thought that was the case but wanted to check. It appears the tank is threaded as 3/8 instead of 1/4. All I can think is this was the result of some past, quick repair.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2019, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,419
Shutoff valve to gas tank fit
Restoring a 28 Fordor Leatherback. Getting back to assembly. Just went to install the new shutoff valve and find it is way too small for the tank opening. Does this mean it was modified at some...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-27-2018, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2018, 06:29 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Re: Leatherback Rear Seat Question
Thank you! The upholstery instructions that I have show a wood frame and tacking the upholstery to the wood frame for the rear backrest. I had/have no wood and assumed the upholstery was just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-25-2018, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Leatherback Rear Seat Question
Looking to the Leatherback experts to see if the Briggs 60A back seat backrest had a wood frame? I am missing some pieces of the car I am restoring and I have gotten different information on this. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-05-2017, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 883
28 Leatherback Door Check Straps
Looking to see what the correct door check straps are for the front doors of a 28 Leatherback are. The rear are the T shaped straps. I have pictures of the originals as I tool apart the car. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2017, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,927
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2017, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,927
Engine Number Question
Quick question. Attached is a picture of a Model A engine for sale locally. I asked the owner to send me a picture of the engine numbers but I have not seen anything like it for a Model A. Can...
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