Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2024, 11:44 PM
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Views: 796
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 09:21 PM
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Replies: 135
Views: 8,554
Re: Misfire mystery
Many thanks and an interesting discussion. The mention of the puff puff sound
( mentioned by others ) also rings a bell at times for me and our Coupe.
Good luck with the new cable and we will see...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 06:21 PM
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Replies: 135
Views: 8,554
Re: Misfire mystery
So tell us please your remedy for the situation. It’s been an interesting thread and I hope you can now offer a solid result re. parts and adjustments. Thanks for your persistence and patience and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2024, 11:27 PM
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Replies: 135
Views: 8,554
Re: Misfire mystery
A thought - my coupe will run out fine and idle very smoothly when first started and a short drive. When warm the engine will sound like a slight misfire but no knock or backfire etc. The suspect in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2024, 11:57 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,063
Re: Marco Tahtaras
A class gentleman and a fount of available knowledge that will be near impossible to replace. California has been blessed by many talented and warm folks… he was top notch.
RIP Marcos. God Bless his...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 11:20 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,644
Re: Pre Osha
You gotta love the logic here! :)
Thank you for the visual…..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 308
Re: Clutch Adjusting Yoke
Top notch and makes the clutch adjustments much easier. The tool is well made and I’m happy to add it to the coupe…..
Now if I could only find someone to install the new clutch parts I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 655
Re: Clutch replacement time -
[QUOTE=SHEC;2289580]My thanks to all for looking into this situation with me. I appreciate the input and will continue to assess all options. It really brings into focus the strength of experience...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 655
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 12:55 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 655
Re: Clutch replacement time -
Yes - indeed makes sense. I’ve never asked for any assistance so I don’t reach out much. Bay Area resident.
Thank you - ✔️🇺🇸
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 12:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 655
Clutch replacement time -
Well the time has come to repair the clutch assembly and while we are at it replace the clutch. Trouble is my declining health and the reality of not being able to do this repair is very real. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 01:46 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,867
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2024, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,867
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2024, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,867
Re: Odd Model A gear shift lever
Just a thought as was noted the original restoration was done by a gentleman that was known for accuracy and this was in the 1970’s. Perhaps he used a genuine Ford NOS shifter as they were available...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2023, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 108
Views: 45,819
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2023, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 108
Views: 45,819
Re: Moving the 30/31 Victoria on Amer. Pickers
I realize that I misquoted my Dads purchase price from 1958. He ended up paying $50.00 American US cash for the Ford….l reconfirm money well spent as it is still in the family. I took it to the gym...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2023, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 786
Re: Another old Ford dealer
Beautiful work -
Well preserved building and the great shots of the 31 Slant Windshield Sedan on her famous run .
Thanks for sharing.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2023, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,759
Re: Aluminum radiators for Model A
Blessed and thankful I still have the original radiator on our ‘30 Coupe. At 69,236 original miles and my Dad purchasing it from the original owner back in 1958, I would say that was $50.00 well...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2023, 11:20 PM
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Replies: 108
Views: 45,819
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2023, 03:44 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,417
Re: New Engine from Todd?
It’s nice to have choices in regard to the Model A projects of today. I could not imagine this would even be a possibility when we had the Coupes original engine rebuilt by our local A specialist...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-19-2023, 12:47 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,136
Re: Slant windshield tudor
I’m ready to order one today…… oh, I see, I’m a tad late and hopelessly optimistic. I did enjoy the relative quiet driving and clean look of my two ‘31 SW sedans. Clean looking vehicle and thanks for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2023, 01:39 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,077
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2023, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,894
Re: Radiator Additive
:)
65 years of good stewardship and maintenance. No repairs made just servicing and starting off with a clean slate following the restoration and engine rebuild 1979. Purchased from the original...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2023, 04:04 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,894
Re: Radiator Additive
Just a note of interest. Our ‘30 Deluxe Coupe still has its original 93 year old radiator. It has been boiled out three times on my watch - since the car was purchased from the original owner by my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2023, 04:12 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,624
Re: 1930 coupe deluxe or not
:)
Also a pull down curtain for the rear window.
Butler satin finish door and window hardware.
Ironically our ‘30 Deluxe Coupe built in August of that year, came out of the SFA plant without...
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