Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2017, 09:51 AM
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Views: 6,532
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2016, 06:28 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,955
Re: dual rear spare question
My 29 coupe came with dual spare tires. I took them off as I did not like them. I later found the top bolt that bolts to the body was broken. It looked like a new bolt, so it may have broken before.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-05-2016, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,189
Re: Dangerous Situation with Electric Fuel pump
I will give some serious consideration to the electric fuel shut off. I will keep the separate on off switch. I like to turn off the pump, and let the carb run dry, before storage. I also like to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2016, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,189
Re: Dangerous Situation with Electric Fuel pump
I am running a Stromberg 97 on an Anson manifold. In order to climb hills, it needs a pump. As for wiring, I get power right off of my starter relay. The ignition switch is not part of this circuit....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2016, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,189
Dangerous Situation with Electric Fuel pump
The other night as I was leaving a car show cruise, I forgot to turn on the fuel valve. I did remember to turn on the fuel pump. As the engine started to sputter, I remembered the fuel shut off, and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2016, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,191
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2015, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 8,694
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2015, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 8,966
Re: Double Clutch Upshift
When I was a teenager, I was great at driving my "A". Now 55 years later it took a lot of practice to learn all over. The most important thing is to go slow and feel the gear into place. It helps not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-11-2015, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,591
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-11-2015, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,591
Re: Winfield castings
I would be interested in a Winfield Repro. Do you have the "Rights" to the name and original script?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-11-2015, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Re: Ideal Street & Touring Speed Equipment Setup
The first four items on your list will give you a great increase in power and make the car much more drivable. Stromberg carbs are more traditional, and less fussy about tuning. Strombergs do cost...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2015, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Re: Introducing the new 1928 Ford
My father could remember, how people crowded the Ford dealer when they got the first model A. He said there was a group of people waiting out side the dealer before they opened the doors.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2015, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,055
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2015, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,055
Core charges for shock absorbers?
I would like to know the average core charge for rebuilt shocks. I have 4 really nice shocks, arms, links, and all bolts, that a guy I know wants to buy from me. I know what new shocks are worth,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2015, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,541
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2015, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,965
Re: Garage Door Height
Most motorhomes are over 12 feet tall. My 32 foot Newmar is 12' 6". Don't forget the clearance for the door when the car is up in the air. I have a Kwik Lift that is only 20" rise, but in my in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2015, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 8,631
Re: Thank you to Mikes A Fordable Parts
I just ordered a catalog from Snyders on Monday and it arrived on wendsday. I thru away all my catalogs when I moved, thinking another one would come in a few months. The post office does not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2015, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,746
Re: gear shift trick
I learned the gear shift lever trick back about 1964. I was driving down a city street with one of my Model A buddies in the passenger seat. As we came up to a stop sign he pulled the lever out and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2015, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,174
Re: Cling's Master Cyl
It was a very easy installation. No interference with the battery box. The push rod had a little bind problem, but it was a easy fix, once I found it. The kit came with two brake fluid resevoirs, one...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2015, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,309
Re: Model "A" mechanic near Howell Mich
I know quite a few of the Livingston A,s , and have asked them all the same question. Two offered to come and help me at my house. I just moved into a condo, and pulling the engine here is out of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2015, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,309
Model "A" mechanic near Howell Mich
Does anyone know of a good shop or mechanic near Howell Mich. that might be willing to work on my "A"? My health prevents me from doing much more than light "tinkering", with my old cars. I also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2014, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,704
Re: 2 Spares
You can still buy those special bolts from Mac's or Snyder's, one of those. My 29 came with two spares mounted with those same bolts. I sold them on E-Bay for more than the catalog price.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2014, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,325
Re: Spot welding
If Harbor Freight sells it, RUN the other way. Over the years I have had nothing but bad luck with their tools. I just threw away 4 wood clamps that were worthless. Almost burned down my garage when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2013, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 9,990
Re: Car stolen in trailer
Storing cars inside a trailer is not a good idea anyway. I have seen several show cars badly damaged by storing inside trailers. Humidity and temperature swings from cold to hot, invite Mold and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2013, 12:54 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,727
Re: AV8 radiator/fan clearance ?
If you change to early V8 water pumps, you will also need to change the cam, timing gears, and front cover. I always build the other way, take a 59 AB and build it like a 8 BA.
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