Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2010, 06:18 PM
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Views: 5,311
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-05-2010, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,781
Re: Overheating in parade - Thoughts??
OLD182, You are correct in that a thermostadt does not help keep the engine cooler. It is there so the engine warms up faster and stays above a certain temperature so that it runs more efficiently...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-05-2010, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,781
Re: Overheating in parade - Thoughts??
Earle, My '31 Slant Windshield 4 Door Sedan idles the best and the engine runs the coolest in parades when I have the timing lever all the way down. Maybe it's just my particular Model A but I only...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2010, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,394
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2010, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,579
Re: Vacuum Wiper Performance
If you need someone else to rebuild for you this fellow has been around for quite some time...
http://www.wiperman.com/
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2010, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,981
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2010, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,981
Re: WaterPump End-Play
Bruce, If your Model A is a "driver" and not placed in judging competitions the collar can be placed on the shaft next to the packing nut and that way the fan hub does not need to be modified. I use...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2010, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,981
Re: WaterPump End-Play
I wrote an article 18 years ago in "The Restorer" (May/Jun'92) issue about installing the water pump shaft collar. I was working out in the barn on a Model A water pump at the time and had just seen...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2010, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 6,222
Re: Show me your Patina!
My wife no longer lets me show my patina on public forums! :) Once it's on the Internet it's there forever.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2010, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 19,869
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2010, 02:44 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,729
Re: Odd spare tire lock?
I wonder if there is some way to find out how many different keys were made for these locks or if there is a way to see what would fit your lock? My lock pictured above is in fact made by "T & A" yet...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2010, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,729
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-27-2010, 01:23 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,222
Re: Winged Boyce Motometer for a T
There are usually 30-50 Motometers on Ebay at any given time. You can look those up that look similiar to the one you describe, see what is being asked, and see what is actually being spent by the...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-27-2010, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,942
Re: split rims
Are you sure it's really broke? I've seen some lugs ovaled out on purpose or a slit sawn through so that a bent egg shaped rim can be fit to a round wheel. Probably not the smartest thing to do but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2010, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,873
Re: Trailer
When you go and look at 2 competitors trailers you might find that one is 200-300 dollars cheaper yet at a quick glance they appear to be very similiar. Be careful. The cheaper trailer might well...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2010, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,873
Re: Trailer
Many years ago I loaded my late '31, 4 door slant windshield 4 door (160-A) sedan on a single axle 14 foot trailer and had no room to balance the unit at all. The rear fenders, rear spare tire and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2010, 05:12 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,044
Re: 33 day Hershey road trip
"Thanks, I think our AA is aligned with your AAA"
Spider, Here in the USA when someone uses the term "AA" it stands for
"Alcoholics Anonamous" which is not afilliated with "AAA" ! :)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2010, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,658
Re: Balancing A Two Blade Aluminum Repro Fan
Ok, But can anyone answer my question as to where is the best area to grind/shave metal off on the heavy side? I am familiar with balancing lawn mower blades and do so 4-6 times a year but no one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2010, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,385
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2010, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,658
Balancing A Two Blade Aluminum Repro Fan
When balancing one of the repro aluminum 2 blade fans is there a proper place on the heavy blade to remove some of the weight? I understand one process using a spare pump shaft and the two razor...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2010, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 62
Views: 13,390
Re: Buyer's Remorse ?
Marc, I know this is going to sound like I'm being an a**h*le, and I am honestly writing this with respect, but did you go on the Internet and study up on the Model A before you bought one? It sounds...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2010, 05:13 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,385
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2010, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,385
Re: What Style Of Radiator Fan Do You Use?
Below is a picture of the 4 blade repro I bought in 1989 that is 4 blade, spot welded with rivits and a steel hub. Go figure! :)
http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h49/daisey53/FanCollage.jpg
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2010, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,385
Re: What Style Of Radiator Fan Do You Use?
Off the top of my head I cannot remember the name of the business in East Houston, Texas (Closed in the 1990's)) that sold all these repro parts but I'm sure some of the more seasoned members here do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2010, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,385
Re: What Style Of Radiator Fan Do You Use?
forever4 (http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/member.php?u=30) , Now I am confused on the 4 blade fans from your description. I have a four blade steel fan with steel hub that is spot welded and rivited...
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