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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-26-2022, 06:53 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,192
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: 89 today

Happy birthday Ron. Hope to see your picture on Ford Barn for many more years. That would mean you and I both are still around.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-14-2022, 06:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,655
Posted By bob from red oak
Engine dies while driving

I have 1941 PU with a 59 AB engine. In the driveway starts and runs fine. Take it for a spin and the first mile runs fine. Then it dies like it is out of gas. I set for 5-10 minutes starts right up...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-04-2022, 05:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,766
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Any advice?

only move the spark lever to the middle, not all the way down
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-13-2022, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,168
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: 188 - what a journey

Wonderful. Thank you for sharing. congratulations to your mom on 100 and hope you can do it again on 101st.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2022, 06:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,944
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: just too wierd, had to share.....

I like it. It is different. I like to drive my A because it is different.The fabrication looks decent. The car looks decent. The price is reasonable. Someone expressed some personal skill. Agreed not...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2022, 07:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,312
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Diagram of rear brake springs and pin orientation?

I have found it helpful to take a picture with my phone camera before I disassemble, then if I get stuck putting together I have a reference photo.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2022, 07:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,138
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: My first post here & just wanted to Say Hi!

Welcome to the barn, Sounds like you got this, As I have discovered, you will find the barn provides a lot of helpful information. bob from red oak tx.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2022, 07:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,917
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Need A LOT of help with Model A inheritance

Welcome to the Barn. I would suggest buying Les Andrews Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook (Red book).Then order catalogs from the major Model A suppliers Macs,Synders,Berts,and others. You will be...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-02-2022, 07:44 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 21,509
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Driving California Highway 1

Thank you. Great pictures. You are an inspiration to us and yours posts make me want to make more trips in my 41 PU.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-02-2022, 07:03 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,997
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Gee Whizz...A New 'Barner

I agree, it is a beauty. Interesting front turn signals.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-02-2022, 06:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,679
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: FNG 35 Pickup

Nice find. Looks like a really solid truck, Yes, keep us updated on your progress.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-01-2022, 06:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,324
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Happy New Year

Wishing the new year brings good health for all barners and many miles of safe driving in our special vehicles. Bob
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-01-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,200
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Lost Another Member

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-10-2021, 05:53 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 40,759
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: WHO Is the Oldest Early V8 Forum Member?

76 and hope to be active with old cars for another 10 or 15 years. i just can't lay under them for any extended period of time any more.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-10-2021, 05:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,450
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: why are so many people fascinated by cars of the 1920s

I am in my 70s and my observation is those in my age range appreciate pre war 20s and 30s cars/trucks. The next generation favors the 60s and 70s muscle cars they could not afford when they were high...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-27-2021, 06:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,895
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Trouble starting my Model A

Sounds like you are not advancing the spark lever (on left), I suggest going on tube and find video "How to start a Model A." As others have said choke briefly to start then push choke back in and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-21-2021, 07:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By bob from red oak
Starter brushes

Any suggestions for holding back starter brushes so end cap will go back on starter.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-06-2021, 06:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,613
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: lost my best friend today

Stan thank you for posting. I also will think of you in prayer. Your post reminds me of how much I appreciate my wife of 50 years. I hope your future continues to be filled with beautiful memories of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-06-2021, 05:45 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,573
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: battery cut out switch

when i bought my A it had one mounted on fire wall on the left side of the steering column. It has worked fine as I open the door and turn the switch before I get in the car and turn it off after I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-30-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,033
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: 6 volt turn signals

Like Katy said on my 41 the signal kit runs the rear wires off the brake light switch and you use the brake lights for the rear turn lights
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-16-2021, 06:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,505
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: At last! The long awaited first drive! Mart's 32 Ford Sedan hits the UK roads!

Congratulations, That is a thrill like no other. You have to experience it to really appreciate it,
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-16-2021, 06:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,655
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Bleeding Brake lines on a 1939 Ford Deluxe

harbor Freight sells an inexpensive self bleeder with a small bottle that fits on the master cylinder and allows you keep it full while bleeding. No air gets into the master as long as you keep fluid...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-30-2021, 05:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,058
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: I think it can be saved.

I admire your faith in the builder.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-24-2021, 05:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,608
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: steering

i had similar issue when I bought my 29 A. I tried several things no change. even took it to shop who could find nothing. loose. Finally replaced radius ball and shaking was eliminated.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-12-2021, 05:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,564
Posted By bob from red oak
Re: Ok, i'll poke the bear..Ethanol or Straight Gasoline ?

Regular gas (ethonal) with occasional MMO.
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