Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2024, 03:26 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 914
Re: Pressure Plate Fingers
I understand now but I watched a Shinn video and he was adjusting them on a work bench. He was not using this tool.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2024, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 914
Pressure Plate Fingers
I removed engine to install Mitchell transmission and am examining pressure plate to adjust fingers. I bought a tool to do this but my fingers see to be way off or I am using this tool incorrectly....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2023, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 4,470
Re: Fuel Filter issue
I have a late model 31 coupe with indented firewall. I installed the 31 fuel filter kit from Snyders and installed it with pill magnet in bottom of Wix filter. So far it is working fine.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2023, 01:31 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 866
Re: 12 V Wiper?
Is there anything wrong with the Nu-Rex wiper kit that Snyders sells for $299. It looks like it would work well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-10-2023, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,989
Re: new distributor?
I have FSI distributor for the last year and it has been trouble free. Shawn at FSI is great to deal with and get advice. I highly recommend them.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-25-2023, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 4,470
Re: Fuel Filter issue
Model A
Do you put the pill magnet inside the filter on the bottom or do you put it outside the filter on the bottom. Thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-24-2023, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,210
Re: Hydraulic Brake Conversion
I am considering hydraulic brakes but this discussion complicates my decision since there seems to be many problems. If you purchase the Boling brake conversion kit, does it have these problems too.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2023, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,503
Re: Air Filter or not
Y-Blockhead
Thanks for the info but I have questions
Is the 2” pvc hard or is it soft. The only pvc I know is schedule 40
How do you secure the filter to the pipe.
Sorry to bother you but I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2023, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,503
Re: Air Filter or not
Y-Blockhead
I have a marvel carburetor also and like your setup. Could share the part numbers for the hose and air filter. Thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2023, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 4,470
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2023, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,714
Re: Modern distributor spark advance
FSI ignitions of Oklahoma makes an electronic distributor with centrifugal advance and no points for both 6v and 12v. I use one without any problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2023, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,322
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2023, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 9,853
Re: Battery Disconnect Switch
I installed the disconnect switch that vendors sell that mounts to the starter so with this device, the positive wire is used. I have a 12v negative ground vehicle.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2023, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,355
Re: Voltmeter instead of ammeter
I had a problem with the ammeter and had a club member direct me to an auto parts store to get a voltmeter. I installed it and it fit perfectly in the dash as the photos show
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2022, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,597
Re: Rear axle/drum question
Since I am installing my new drums for the first time, this thread has left me confused. Les’s book says 125 but that seems to be wrong from this thread. So please give me a recommended torque I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2022, 07:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,292
Re: Help for new owner
Jim,
I belong to the Ft. Worth club and members have helped me tremendously. They have redone my brakes and now I am assembling their work but I am learning all I can from this forum.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2022, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,292
Help for new owner
Being new to the model a, I am in the process of redoing the brakes. I had to replace missing brake rods and need advice if my installation is correct.
On the front brake rods the rod stop is in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2022, 10:42 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 928
Re: Door alignment
Thanks for this info. I first want to inspect hinges for problem. In the instructions it said to check this hinge gap.
Straighten door hinges. Door hinges are often bent. Straighten and adjust to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2022, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 928
Door alignment
As a new member of the A community, I am learning so much from this forum and the Model A club I joined. I have researched door alignment and am confused as to what I should do to correct my problem....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2022, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
Re: 30 Coupe door bumpers
Thanks to everyone. I got the bumpers in but now the door bumpers do not match up with the dovetail on the post. I will research how to adjust doors and if I have trouble, I got the best advisors on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-11-2022, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
Re: 30 Coupe door bumpers
30 Murray, you are correct. These did not fit. I ordered the correct ones from Snyders and they arrived and are correct for my car. I have removed all of the old bumper and the new rubber fit fine in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2022, 10:06 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,944
Re: Wiring
Purchased new crimp tool and will use modern connectors with heat shrink.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2022, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
Re: 30 Coupe door bumpers
Thanks everyone, I now know where they go. Hopefully I can get them in tomorrow. Do you put the rubber in first then try to push in the metal clip.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2022, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2022, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
Re: 30 Coupe door bumpers
Anyone with a photo of how they go in door latch would be appreciated. Could not find one by searching data base. Thanks
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