Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2020, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,826
Re: blown fuse problem
Berts sells a 30 amp circuit breaker that mounts on top of the starter.. I had a similar issue as you are experiencing and used the breaker while I was chasing the short.. lot easier than...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2020, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,179
Re: Water Pump Removal
Im with Russ/40 as I have about 5/8" clearance between the radiator and the pump shaft. I run a 4 blade fan and there is no way on my car to remove it to replace the pump without disconnecting the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2016, 07:40 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,197
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2016, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,978
Re: Float a motors
Carolina... good question.. since my car is immobile on jack stands, I needed to remove the front motor mount and lift the motor to replace the FAM donuts... this seemed the easiest way, if you have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2015, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,499
Re: Original engine compartment
thanks for the photo Mitch… that is a stunning engine compartment. The detailing is incredible. Is that one of your finished projects?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2015, 12:02 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,988
Re: 1948 Juice brakes on 1930 Coupe
great stuff mrtexas. thanks for posting. my 42 backing plates, wheel cylinders, and lines seem to fit with no issues. the line fittings run through the frame forward of the shocks. System is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2015, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 8,183
Re: Modern distributor
Freak these guys all out M and install a Mallory dual point distributor, gut it and add a Pertronics Ignitor kit. More than enough spark for what ever engine/ engine mods you might have. And...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-17-2014, 02:02 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,484
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-17-2014, 01:45 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 19,221
Re: Balancing wheels and tires
I picked up a set of '34 17" wheels and took them to Discount Tire and asked them to spin them for me to see if they were out of round or useable. They did so and said when I am ready for tires the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2014, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,255
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2014, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,830
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-04-2014, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,965
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2014, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 10,331
Re: V8 Transmission adaptation
what Purdy said x2 I am in the process of locating a 39 tranny and spoke with Cling at the recent Big 3 Show in San Diego. The product look to be very well made and it works.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2014, 12:37 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,499
Re: Help storing a bare block
Two years ago I started to build a 63 Corvette motor for a project that never happened. I sprayed the bare block with Gibbs and id have checked the condition of the block every couple of weeks since...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2014, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,766
Re: Where Have All The Purists Gone...
When I purchased my 30 roadster a few months back it had been converted to hydraulic brakes and a start to a 12 volt system. I intend to keep the body original but will keep the brakes and finish...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2014, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,199
Re: Ignition Options
I've seen Roto Faze dist in the V8 world and the say they make them for Model As but I have never seen one at any events. If their equipment is used in space programs it certainly should be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2014, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,156
Re: Rust Removal, Fast easy and Cheap
Does anyone else use Gibbs? I have found this product to be excellent in rust prevention. Use on bare metal after bead blasting, sanding, hot tank etc. and no rust appears for months on the bare...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2014, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,473
Re: Old Newby
Welcome. Good luck on your project. Lots of very good info here that I am certain can help you.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2014, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,603
Re: Thankful to the Ford Barn
the knowledge of some of the sites members amazes me. There is some great info here and members are willing to share their knowledge and help others.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2014, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,724
Re: What's The A Mean to the Family?
So whats the difference between our Model As and the great great grandfathers watch, or the family bibles.. etc.. enjoy them while you're here.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2014, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,352
Re: San Diego swap
Its everything.. hot rods, cruisers, motorcycles, parts from vendors, and parts from garage type sales. Takes a very full day to cover it all... most of the Model T and A sellers gather in one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2014, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,479
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-10-2014, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,516
Re: 30-31 open car wing nuts
The posts on my 30 read steer are all 3/8 x 24. I only have three wing nuts and they are the smaller ones. I was told the larger ones are the repos but I am not certain about that. I have see...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2014, 12:27 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 8,008
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2014, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,294
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