Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2014, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 10,329
Re: V8 Transmission adaptation
'39 transmissions are getting more difficult to find, but not impossible... " '39's " have the better case and the better double detent shifter housing and the bigger forks. '39 was also the last...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-16-2014, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,491
Re: Best Way to Remove a 30 Coupe Door
Yep. The screws that go into the door hinges through the body are counter sunk. There is no Adjustment to be had by them. Taking them out to remove the door wont hurt a thing. Sometimes door pins are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-16-2014, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,232
Re: Model A vs. Flathead quandry
I couldnt decide either.... So I built a '30 coupe with a Flathead :D
To answer your question in my opinion. I was brought up around Model A's from the day I was brought home from the hospital. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 788
Views: 382,242
Re: Post a picture of your car...
1930 Standard coupe, Hot-Rod. Cough Cough....
1930 Standard Tudor
1931 Standard Phaeton
1931 Special Delivery
1928 Speedster (Rootlieb Kit)
In the background of the Coupe pic is my '53 Merc.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-30-2013, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,369
Re: AV8 fan
If you run the right mix of parts with your AV8 setup it is possible to run a "stock" belt drive fan. I ran a '46 engine in my '30 coupe I built. I had to run a '36 generator and fan on it though....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-11-2013, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 20,403
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2013, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 20,403
Re: Dual carb intake
Im running a matching pair of Tillotsons on my speedster. I tried a matching set on zeniths, but the tillotsons ran better on my particular setup. The only problem ive had at all with the whole setup...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2013, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 9,431
Re: Does anyone fold their windshield down?
Ive had the windshield folded down on my '31 phaeton a few times. Fun to drive, as I too am a motorcycle enthusiast! But a real b*#$h to get the rubber back into place as it is starting to get a bit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2013, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,885
Re: chop parts worth anything?
Its an un-chop kit. Keep em. I have a set from a '30-'31 coupe. It will help with a restoration, or to fix a ridiculously chopped car in the future.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2013, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,426
Re: Ford Spoke Wheels
I do know that with this conversion you need to use a support ring in the center of the hubs if you desire the use of wire wheels of any sort on the the hydraulic drums, otherwise the wheels will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2013, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,426
Re: Ford Spoke Wheels
More then likely your Hydraulic brake upgrade is from something in the '40-'48 range, some say '39-'48, but i was always under the assumption '39s had Mechanicals still. But thats another debate. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-19-2013, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 635
Views: 356,963
Re: Model A commercial vehicles picture thread!!
Please excuse the wheels and tires in the pic. 255-A Natural Wood Special Delivery. My dad purchased this car in the late 70's from a gentleman who heard about and went and rescued it from a ditch in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2013, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 8,341
Re: 1930 5-Window Coupe Barn Find!
Id also consider making sure your kingpins and bushings aren't too bad, and make sure your steering box isnt sloppy. Kinda scary finding this out after you hit a bump at 35 and the car goes into a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2013, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,780
Re: Phaeton Fit
I have a '31 standard Phaeton. Im admittedly a bigger guy... '5 9" 235 and I fit just fine! The 30-31s as you stated are a bit roomier then the 28-29s.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2013, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 8,341
Re: 1930 5-Window Coupe Barn Find!
Personally I would go through it mechanically and fix the worn out stuff (if there is any) and cosmetically leave it alone! Maybe put the proper 19" wheels and tires on it. Nothing against restored...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2013, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 15,501
Re: 8BA block in a Model A frame
I put a 59AB engine into my '30 coupe on unboxed A rails, If you position it JUST right there is no need to cut the firewall or move the radiator. I used the Vern Tardel "How to build a traditional...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2013, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 11,321
Re: Model A V8-60 transplant
I built a '30 coupe with a big flathead in an "A" frame with an uncut firewall, and the radiator in the stock place. Im convinced a V8-60 could be put into an A frame with the firewall and everything...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2011, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 15,065
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2010, 03:08 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,082
Re: sport coupe top
A long time ago (about '74 or '75) I put a new LeBaron Bonney top on my '29 Sport Coupe. The wood was good in the bows, the tack rail, and header. The kit fit nicely and looked good when we were...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2010, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 29,992
Re: Fun Lyrics - Homer and Jethro
Amazing! I hadn't thought about Pal-yatchee in YEARS, but the words came right back to me while reading your post.
When we was in the city, we were wonderin' where to go,
The sign spelled out...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2010, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,883
Re: another new guy question
I use the visual method. If you pull #1 spark plug and look carefully (spark plug is above the valves, take a flashlight-aim it toward the back and you will see the piston) for the piston to come to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2010, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 63
Views: 10,413
Re: Your favorite Model A/AA body style?
It's a tough choice, but I would go for the 30-31 Standard Phaeton in Chicle and Copra. Black wheels and tires, black top. Side mounts are nice; I would mount the spare on the back. I do have a 31...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2010, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,823
Re: Opening a door
The side curtains on a Roadster Pickup (and early Roadsters and Phaetons) without an outside door handle should have a small flap in the lower rear corner that allows you to reach in and release the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2010, 09:20 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,835
Re: 28-29 A-13480 Stop Light Switch Assembly
That is not only down-to-earth, let's-keep-the-old-stuff-going great advice, but if you think about it, it's the 1930's philosophy, too. Now for the realilty: If my Model A were being judged, I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2010, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,886
Re: Fuel
A Model A is forgiving, as far as gasoline goes. Today's fuel is much better, quality-wise than fuel in the 20's and 30's, so your Model A will run well on 87 octane. If you should feel "guilty"...
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