Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2023, 09:15 PM
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Re: Water out of manifold stud hole
I did re-torque but only once after heating the motor up. I will get some sealant for the stud tomorrow and also check the manifolds for trueness. Thank you for the replies. I thought I could use...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2023, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 949
Re: Water out of manifold stud hole
I replaced the head gasket a few weeks ago, in time for the membership meet in Bay City. We had water leaking between block and head. Found out I put the copper gasket on upside down. A great head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2023, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 949
Water out of manifold stud hole
Okay, been working on my dad's 1930 Tudor. We recently replaced the exhaust manifold, new gaskets, studs, nuts, etc. Did a compression check today and #3 and #4 were under 50 psi. Compression check...
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Forum: Model-A
10-30-2021, 02:31 PM
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Replies: 0
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WTB 28-29 Open car windshield frame
I am looking for an original 28-29 windshield frame with or without glass. It doesn't have to be perfect, but looking to do minimal restoration (i.e. surface rust is fine). Hopefully there is one out...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2021, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
Re: Model A won't move in gear
Thank you. just put on a rebuilt carb. Did it myself so probably not perfect. I will check it out more this weekend. Thanks everyone.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2021, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
Re: Model A won't move in gear
So, I put it back on the ground and I was able to drive it forward and reverse. I chanced taking it out on our street (not busy) and drove it to the end of the block and back (about 1000 ft). Ran...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2021, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
Re: Model A won't move in gear
After I checked the clutch disc and gears, I made sure the ujoint was moving by taking off the lower cover a looking through the grease baffle. Ujoint was good. Jacked up the car and ran to see if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2021, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
Re: Model A won't move in gear
Checked this morning and engine does not turn when pushing it in gear. Clutch disc also looks newer. Going to troubleshoot some more I'll keep y'all posted.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2021, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2021, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,307
Model A won't move in gear
Hello All,
I am having an issue and just need some advice on what to do next. I have been working on my Dad's 1930 Tudor. Got engine running after sitting for awhile. However, When I put it in gear,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2021, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,818
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2021, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,818
Re: 7 tooth steering problem
Can you measure the pitman arm. Many times people shorten them to get better response out of the steering instead of fixing the real problem. A photo of the front axle where the drag link attaches...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2021, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,119
Re: Kudos for Bratton’s
I ordered from Bratton's on Tuesday morning. After working on some items, I remembered to order a couple other parts. When I called to add the parts, they already had my original order shipped out....
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Forum: Model-A
07-28-2021, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 580
Need to buy electric Wiper Motor
I need to find an OD-O1, O2, or O3 open car wiper motor. I prefer ready to put on, however, if you have one that needs rebuilding, I am not afraid of work. Thank you for your replies.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2021, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 20
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Re: A400 Resto-mod
The other body style close to the A400 is the Victoria. However, I concur that it maybe cheaper to get an A400.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2021, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,276
Re: Champagne
Stay away from a High Life cork, its the "champagne" of bottled beer.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2021, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 764
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2021, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 764
Re: Rear fender support bracket
1928 should have the forged brackets. Make sure you get the ones for a roadster as the fenders are wider than sedans, phaeton, etc.
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Forum: Model-A
12-30-2020, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 0
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2020, 08:47 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 5,512
Re: Troubleshooting advice
Is the distributor body new? Its rare, but the arm maybe cracked. If you are getting air and fuel, it has to be spark.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2020, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 908
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2020, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 908
1929 Phaeton Top Bows
I have searched exhaustively for new wood top bows for my 1929 Phaeton. Does anyone know who may be selling them? Or does anyone already have dimensions? With Covid, a trip to the Dearborn files is...
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