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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-22-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 893
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Speedometer "sticking" at random

You may need grease at the turtle?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-16-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,845
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Tow Insurance

I have my four antique automobiles ensured with them and selected up to $50 towing since I seldom will be far from home. If I take a trip I can use AAA which I also have.

I am very happy with the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2024, 12:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,845
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Tow Insurance

American Collector's Insurance tow coverage.

"We will pay towing and labor costs incurred each time "your covered auto" or any "non-owned auto" is disabled, up to the amount shown in the Schedule...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head Light Problem

Any light problem, ever, check your grounds. Don't ask me how I know. Seriously, check grounds to lights and to frame.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2023, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,158
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Dash light

If you put an LED bulb in it you will have more light, less current draw and it WON'T burn your fingers.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-20-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,097
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: device to jump start my model A

A good battery and a GOOD ground and you should not have a problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-07-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,697
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Preferred parts vendors

I have probably used every vendor mentioned here and lately it comes down to shipping. Some vendors ONLY ship UPS or FEDEX and the charges they pass on are actually upcharges as far as I can tell....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,211
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2023, 11:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,434
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: I was thinking of changing to 12 volt negative ground.

WHY? cellphone only uses 5 v, the plug limits it. Good grounds, and 6 v starts Model A no problem. Alternator IS an improvement.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-07-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 964
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: generator bolt

Depends on year. Check Bratton's on-line catalog for info.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-24-2022, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,745
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: 1928 roadster pickup top question

Beautiful old pickup. Drive it!

I think we modern spoiled people need to remember the 1928 pickup we are talking about was replacing a Model T. Or nothing, as the new owner might have been lugging...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-19-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,858
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Off topic: If you were 18 again?

I majored in Accounting. Decided in senior year I never wanted to do it. 1960 US Army wanted to draft me. Married the best woman I've ever known. Joined USN to be a non-pilot flight officer. Decided...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,899
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Blue Ridge Parkway/ Skyline Drive

It should be a beautiful time for your drive.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 01:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,633
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 01:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,596
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Light/horn rod retainer clip

My experience as a suggestion.
-First, make sure the rod is the right length.
-Second, make sure the clip fits the rod.
-Third, the rod needs to be pushed down hard. I used a yardstick (remember...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-09-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,430
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-09-2022, 06:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head Light Switch Bulb

"High & low beams come on as they should. Brake lights work as they should. Tail lights & cowl lights don't come on. There is a brief flicker of the tail lights when moving the light switch handle...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-09-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,113
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: WD40 as hand cleaner

Try the cheapest shampoo you can find. Dollar or and a quarter store. Use before water and shampoo.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-21-2022, 03:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,057
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Gone 8 miles!!! Questions? Problems.

I think a Model A Ford engine seeks it's own level by spitting. New core -Why do you think it is overheating? New engine might be a little tight. Just wait. As long as the radiator cores are covered...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-22-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,051
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: mystery backfire-Dummy me

Not on a Model A, actually on an IH pickup. I carefully overhauled the carburetor and started it up. When flames appeared, I put them out with fresh dirt from a recently dug flower bed, and THEN I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-27-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,665
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: 29 Roadster Pickup Seat ?

John.
I don't know about closed cab. On a Roadster PU the wood goes across as a brace. The seat sits on the metal base. I would suggest you repost your question again not under Roadster PU as I am...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head light ??

It is possible your switch has corrosion. Easy to check.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2022, 05:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,624
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Some people should not own a Model A

I only knew of ONE Model A Ford in the rural community I grew up in back in the forties and fifties. Yes, strange, but true.

In 1971 I bought a Model A Rdstr PU and started disassembly with my...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,183
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Parked in the garage

https://www.pure-gas.org/index.jsp?stateprov=NY
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-14-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,281
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Hagerty Insurance

"https://www.hagerty.ca/insurance/Frequently-Asked-Questions/General-Guidelines"

AND THIS WEBSITE EXPLAIN THEIR RULES AND THEY DO NOT ALWAYS AGREE. READ THE ONE APPROPRIATE TO YOU, AND always read...
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