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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-30-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,098
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Antique Ford Car Show in Ft. Myers Fl on Saturday 2/3/2018

I really hoped to make it with my huckster this year and connect with some local A'ers, but I have to work......
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-25-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,144
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Pointers on replacing valve cover gasket

I have a leaking valve cover gasket. I've ordered a replacement and two oil tube gaskets as well. It seems to be a pretty simple job. I assume I can access it easily by pulling the carb. Do I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-12-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Dashboard wiring question

I found it. It's not connected at either end. Thanks cpf240 for the comment. It seems the ignitor for the electronic ignition system replaced the red wire in the original harness.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-12-2018, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Dashboard wiring question

I took the dashboard off my 1928 and saw a red wire behind it that is disconnected. Anyone know where it should be connected and a reason someone would have disconnected it? The car does have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-06-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,050
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Radiator advice

Temperature guage and I've checked the fluid with a thermometer.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-06-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,015
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Radiator advice

No thermostat. I run 50/50 and water wetter. The impeller is great. I have a new water pump.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,015
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Radiator advice

I have a temp guage. It has gotten higher than 190, but never boiled over. I never have to add much water after it "finds its level." I have checked coolant with a thermometer and my guage seems...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,050
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Re: Radiator advice

I have never boiled over and never had to add much water after it "finds it level." I am however concerned about the high temperature it reaches when driving longer trips.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2018, 08:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,050
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Radiator advice

I live in Florida and have had issues with my car running hot at speed. I consistently run at or over 190 degrees and am confident that the timing is not an issue. I have a very small leak at the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,015
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Radiator advice

I live in Florida and have had issues with my car running hot at speed. I consistently run at or over 190 degrees and am confident that the timing is not an issue. I have a very small leak at the...
Forum: Questions & Suggestions 01-19-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,575
Posted By Grandpa's Huckster
Question

What is the best way to seal the wood on my huckster? I would like something easy and durable.
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