Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2014, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 7,123
Re: storm damage
You would probably have to take the whole headliner out anyhow. Maybe a good dry cleaner could bring it back for you?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2014, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,487
Re: Suitcase full of tools
Thanks very much everyone. I guess I will have to figure out how to use them now. BTW, is the valve spring compressor the only one that is Model A specific or can they be used on any engine? The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2014, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,487
Suitcase full of tools
My father left a suitcase at our family cottage marked "Model A Ford Parts & Tools". Along with a bunch of Front Brake actuator parts, these tools were in the case. I'm only "Les Andrews Handbook"...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2014, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 8,145
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2014, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,705
Re: tudor top material width
I put a top on my 29 last year and I can't imagine having only 1/2 inch to pull, stretch and straighten with. Besides, I think you would need at least an inch on either side to go under the Hide Em.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2013, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,223
Re: Any advice on first Parade?
Thanks to all for the tips. I've got the flags, got the hats, got the jug of water in case I have to sit on the sidelines for awhile. I like the idea of leaving it in first gear and using the spark...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2013, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,348
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2013, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,223
Any advice on first Parade?
So I am getting ready for my first parade this Saturday. Have the kids riding with me in the '29 Tudor. I'm a little nervous about clutching and braking uphill and downhill at 2-5mph for 1.5 miles....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2013, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,866
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2013, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,232
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2013, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,688
Re: This can't be good!
This web site is like a warm blanket for a new guy like me. Thanks everyone.
I will look into finding that inspection plate (sounds like it might make a good installation project for next...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2013, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,688
This can't be good!
So I changed the oil and took her out for the first ride of the season. No issues, ran great, beautiful day. Only went 14 miles. When I got back I noticed a some oil underneath. It did not leak much,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2013, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,632
Re: Windlace question
I used pop rivets on mine without any issues. I tapped down the raw ends and the post garnish covers them.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2013, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,774
Re: My New Tools
Wow! I must ask, as being somewhat new to the barn, are these tool kits what would come standard with the purchase of a new Model A? Can you guys give a run down of the ingredients?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2013, 06:43 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,331
LED Turn signals
Looking for some recommendations on the best LED turn signal/brake light system to put on my 29 Tudor. I will not be using it as a daily driver, but plan on using it frequently. I would like a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2013, 08:11 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,520
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2013, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 12,441
Re: Double Clutching
I did not know that it was even possible to downshift without double clutching...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2013, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Re: Btt ??
HA! You can always count on getting more than you ask for here. Thanks all! ROFLMAO!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2013, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,000
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2013, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2013, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Btt ??
What the heck does "Btt" mean. I see it a lot in The Swap Meet and a few times in some threads. I feel like a fool, but just can't figure out what it means and I lost my acronym dictionary.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2013, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,389
Re: Most Liberal Insurance Underwriters?
I happen to be an agent am not aware of any policy that has restrictions on the frequency of use of the car. What are they telling you? Personally I use Hagerty and I can't find anything in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2013, 08:24 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,711
Stud Story
So I have a couple of studs I need to replace on the right rear hub. Thanks to all your help I finally got the hub off and then stood there scratchin, "now what?"
Can any good mechanic with a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2013, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,030
Re: Pain in the Rear Hub!
Thanks all. I do have a hub puller that I got from Snyders. I adjusted the brakes to be (what I believe) as far away from the drum as possible. The hub comes off about 1 inch and hangs up. I can see...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2013, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,030
Pain in the Rear Hub!
Does anyone have a step-by-step on rear hub removal? Never done it before and I need to replace a stud. I have the hub remover and loosened the brake adjuster but the linings seem to be hanging up...
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