Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2022, 10:23 PM
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Views: 504
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2022, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 504
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2022, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 863
Re: Juice Brake Identity
46-48 Ford.
But you would want to turn the wheel cylinders so the bleed screw is above the inlet line. The way it is now, you may never be able to get all the air out when you bleed the brakes.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2022, 10:07 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,290
Re: Roy Nacewicz
I have made several purchases from them, all with very good results.
I highly recommend them.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-11-2022, 11:08 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 590
Re: Pop out switch
Contact Dick Crabtree. He rebuilds Pop out switches and may have some ideas.
mbcrabtree@aol.com
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-11-2022, 11:02 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 422
Re: 1930-31 rear body sill
All Roadster bodies had the holes and 2 block off screws and a plug were used with side mounted spares.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2022, 11:54 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,516
Re: DETERGENT OIL vs NON DETERGENT
[QUOTE If your engine has just been rebuilt, then you can run detergent oil with no problem. If you have over 1000 miles on the engine, then you should drop the pan and clean it out first and maybe...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2022, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 709
Re: Marvel Mystery Oil
Do not use MMO in the radiator. Use a water pump lubricant or water soluble oil.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2022, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 520
Re: Roadster outside rearview mirror
Deluxe Roadsters had a side view mirror from the factory and the L/H side curtain had a slot for the post of the mirror.
Standard Roadsters did not have a side mirror and therefore did not have a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-27-2022, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Re: Hydraulic throw out bearing
I agree,
If your name is on the registration, then you are authorized to do with your car what you want to.
Others, including me, may have our own opinions but in the end, it is your call.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-27-2022, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,725
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2022, 11:18 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 967
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2022, 11:48 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 967
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2022, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Re: Hydraulic throw out bearing
Why?
I definitely would not want to complicate things.
The Model A Throw out bearing works just fine as it is.
My opinion,
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2022, 11:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 554
Re: Model "B" Oil Pressure
My "B" engine will run 6 lbs. hot at 2000RPM. About 1 lb. at idle. Babbit bearings, about 18K miles on engine.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2022, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,744
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2022, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,744
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2022, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,238
Re: Effect of too large point gap
Remember, we are dealing with a 6 volt system and the original Model A coil did not have a very high secondary voltage output to begin with.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2022, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,238
Re: Effect of too large point gap
Points set too wide will not allow enough dwell time for coil saturation and the output voltage will be too low to fire the plug under load, especially at higher engine speeds.
Chris W.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2022, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 373
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2022, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 547
Re: Starter Problem
the starter is not shutting off after your foot is released from the button. Either the switch is bad, or the rod is interfering with something and binding and not allowing the switch to open. You...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2022, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,150
Re: Gone 8 miles!!! Questions? Problems.
1/2 to 1 turn out is not at all unusual when the engine is warmed up. With the ethanol that is added to a lot of the gas, it is often necessary to run the carburetor a little more on the rich side...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2022, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 897
Re: B-engine bell housing
No,
The "B" engine uses a "Half" flywheel housing and the "B" pan has an extension at the rear that makes up the lower half of the flywheel housing. This bolt pattern will not fit the "A" bell...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2022, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,279
Re: LED Focused Beam Headlights - My Experience
I also have purchased the new Logo "focused" LED Lights. So far, I am very satisfied. The first time I drove with them at night I had them set a little low. I have now raised them up a little but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2022, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,777
Re: DIY Pin Striping
[QUOTE I pull the tape as I go while its still wet so the edge rolls over a bit giving more of the look of hand striping. I just didn't care for a sharp edge. JMO[/QUOTE]
I agree,
I also used...
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