Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2020, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 7
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Horn Rod
Hi Guys, has anyone cut and rejoined the horn rod as I need to replace my steering wheel in my '30 coupe and I DONOT want to remove the steering column and box. And if you have HOW DID YOU RE JOIN...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2017, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 496
Re: Filler trim? ID help
Looks like it I need one for my '30 coupe I can't seem to find one any where- would it be difficult to retro fit?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2016, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,926
Re: Painting Wire Wheels Question
Thank you all for the advice - much appreciated, looks like it will need to be a spray Job either can or spray gun for the best results. John Spragg, Australia.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2016, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,356
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2016, 12:26 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,926
Painting Wire Wheels Question
Has any one successfully hand brush painted with enamel paint their wire wheels after having them sand blasted? Or is this just a too difficult project? Thanks John Spragg Australia.:(
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2016, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,356
Front Crank Seal Direction
:confused:I am a bit confused here I have purchased from Snyder's a front crank seal- now which way does it go on? - could some one please give me a good description on this or a diagram or hand...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2015, 10:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 788
Another brake question- brake adjusting shaft.
I am also replacing the worn adjustment wedges on my rear brakes and find the brake adjusting shafts edges are also a bit rounded and show some wear, now can I dress these up on the grinder or file...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2015, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 675
Another brake question
I am going to replace the worn adjustment wedges on the rear and the brake adjusting shafts are showing some wear - some rounding, can I redress these on a grinder or file them to the original angle...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2015, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,715
Re: Removal of brake track swedged rivets
Yes I was hoping to avoid removal of the tracks however I see one has a stress crack and the other backing plate track shows it is badly worn - best to do it properly is my summation at this stage- I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2015, 01:57 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,715
Removal of brake track swedged rivets
:confused: Please tell me the best method of removing the brake roller track rivets without purchasing an expensive tool. Thanks John Spragg Australia.:o
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2015, 04:33 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 723
Rear brake track
Questions please - is there any other way of mounting this rear brake track in the backing plate apart from the hot swedge process ? could the rivet be threaded and held tightly with a self lock nut...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2015, 12:46 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 924
Complete engine and transmission stand.
Has anyone seen the May/ June MAFCA restorer magazine inside on page 2 MAFCA history magazine of 45 years ago ? It has on the cover an engine stand. It appears to be made of timber. Does anyone have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2015, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Re: Fuel tank welt
This is a '30 A coupe I am working on and the masking tape sounds like a good option as for the girl friend loan offer I will give that a miss thank you. I have painted this welt the same color of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2015, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Fuel tank welt
Has anyone replaced this welting by attaching it to the tank with glue or silicone some way before replacing the tank? I am a one man band here trying to do it on my own, a loan of a girl friend to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2015, 05:01 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,534
New oil pan
Does anyone know if it is possible to purchase a NEW oil pan for a 1930 A model? Your help would be appreciated. John Spragg - Australia
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2015, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,561
Re: Setting for V8 pressure plate
Yes stock fly wheel has been machined and lightened to 42 LBS this had been done at Bert's I have been informed, I am now fitting a Dave Delmue F150 transmission , this pressure plate came off and I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2015, 02:31 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,102
Service from Bert's
I just want say that I purchased 5 16" wire wheels from Bert's to restore to fit my '30 A coupe on collecting them here in Australia and taking to my wheel shop I was informed that two were not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2015, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,561
Setting for V8 pressure plate
Could you please help with advice on how I set the three fingers on the pressure plate for a V8 pressure plate to go into my 1930 A Model. Can I do this myself on the bench or must it be on the fly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2014, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,416
Re: Removal of backrest seat in 1930 coupe
Thanks for your advice fellas- I think I have now got it ! Sadly I need to fix those window seals and have to remove that back rest seat, all I need is a hand to lift it out - anyone offering a loan...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-05-2014, 12:38 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,416
Removal of backrest seat in 1930 coupe
Hi Guys I need help ! How do I remove the backrest seat ? I have taken out the seat - easy to do that but where are the bolts/ screws for the backrest seat ? Do I remove the parcel shelf or what ? I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2014, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,479
Re: Friction shocks
More details on those friction shocks and brackets please I cannot locate them in the Speedway catalog Thanks, John - Australia.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2014, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,949
16 " wheels, tires and beauty rings.
Hi all, I am in the process of restoring some 16" wire wheels and want to buy some 600x16 tires black wall and also some 16" steel beauty wheel rings to suit this set up. Any suggestions where I can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2014, 12:03 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,972
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2014, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,141
Re: 30 ccpu rear window gasket
Rear window setting rubber, does this suit the side rear windows in the coupe as well, I have been searching every where for something like this. John Spragg Australia.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2014, 02:44 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,587
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