Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2021, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 477
Re: Insurance policy w/o liability?
I asked Allstate to add my A to the regular policy. They just bought a Hagerty full coverage policy and added it on. Said that was cheaper than adding a new vehicle to the policy.,
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2020, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 627
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-03-2020, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,134
Re: Rod and Main Nuts
I use Coast Fabrication "Jet Nuts." Aircraft quality and strength, deformed slightly for a friction fit. Many miles and hillclimbs, no probs. www.coastfab.com The also have a wide base that fits...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2020, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 600
Re: Clutch won't disengage
Try with the 2" or so free play. Try the easy stuff first, and either fix or eliminate that as a consideration.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2020, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,484
Re: Help diagnosing engine knock
Agree with Nosetime and katy, could be hitting the head. Use Prussian Blue to check popup, gasket and side interferance. Similiar thing happened to a friends car. He ran it and broke the crankshaft....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2020, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,372
Re: Rear Block Babbitt
I do not understand the 2nd pic. If the cap is cocked as you show against the "seal" something is seriously wrong. I take it you know the pic is not a rear main cap? The oil groove is wrong, but will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2020, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 677
Re: Clutch Adjustment Rod
One inch free play is usually not enough unless your clutch is worn. 2" is about right. Do the gears grind when putting it into gear when stopped? No need to double clutch going up. Maybe you just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2020, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 467
Re: Clutch in Noise
The fingers may be depressing to far and hitting things as noted above. Had the same problem. Increase clutch play from 1" to around 2".
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2020, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 620
Re: Understanding Bolt Torque vs Clamping Force
The torque that a particular bolt, etc is capable of is the design maximum and is not necessarily the best torque for the application per post #5, and the material. An aluminum part is going to be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2020, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 778
Re: Clutch Stuck Disengaged
If you look way down pasts the pressure plate you should be able to see if the input shaft is turning. You can also see if you can get it in gear without grinding. If it grinds, the input shaft is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2020, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 732
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2020, 10:59 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,609
Re: Feedback on modern tube shocks for Model A's
I have a set of tube shocks from one of the suppliers, and while better than nothing, they are a bit stiff. I took out a leaf from the front and back spring which helped. With the heavier cars that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2020, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,289
Re: Poor quality transmission roller bearings
I just bought a set of roller bearings from Brattons. I was uncertain if they were "dimpled" or "axled" so took one apart. It was the dimple type. Called Bratton, was told these were all he could...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2020, 11:10 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,359
Re: Timely Parts delivery
Some parts from Snyders usually 2-3 days, over a week. Package to a friend in LA, usuaally overnight, to 2, over a week. The times I guess.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 620
Flywheel housing shims
After some trial and error, I got the flywheel housing within .002 all the way around. However, it took shims of .022 on one ear and .018 on the other, which is way more than the gasket on the block...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2020, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 420
Flywheel/transmission noise
While the engine was down and out, among other things balanced the flywheel and pressure plate, installed new pilot bearing, new TO bearing, new input shaft and new input shaft bearing. Now when runs...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2020, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,628
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2020, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 806
Re: Rear main oil pan seal
One of the caps referred to by Will N has a wider "groove" for the seal to fit into. I think, but do not truly recall, that the later caps has the wider groove. Us the seal that fits best, ie, goes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2020, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,628
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2020, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,275
Re: Tight Valve Guides
Try cooling them first, and then Jack Shaft's post shows the tool to use. Drive the guide in until flush with the top of the guide bore, or, leave a quarter inch or so above for a bit more stem...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2020, 11:02 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,275
Re: Tight Valve Guides
If they are the guides I think they are they are a press fit with an air hammar. I do not have the deminsions of the modern guides I used, but, are the guides you have 1 piece, and straight, or are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2020, 10:43 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,384
Re: Installing New Head Gasket
I use a touch of anti-seize and set them finger tight in the holes. Use Brent's method of measurement if you insist on absolute correct height. Through the years the deck has certainly been shaved...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2020, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2020, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 722
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 950
Re: oil pump options for pressure oil center main
Dennis Pirano makes a center main oiling kit that is cheap and easy to install and includes the tap to the A pump and drill bit. http://modelaparts.net/ (http://modelaparts.net/)
Takes about an...
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