Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2020, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,720
Re: Shipping a Model A
If your A is road worthy drive it. Freeport, IL to KC is 450miles. You should be able to do it easily in 10 hrs.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2020, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,111
Re: Zenith Carb Leak Puzzle
My experience with a leaky carburetor is on going. I think I have tried every one of the float shut off valves offered by the parts suppliers. I have not found one that works 100% of the time. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2020, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 572
Re: Advertisements
Look at the upper right hand corner of your google chrome browser and you will see 3 vertical dots. Left click on them and you will see a pop up of selections. Scroll down to settings and left click...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2020, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,032
Re: After Replacing the Headgasket - Update
Ed, CWPASDENA and myself agree, just drive the car and don't worry about it. If you want to use a stop leak only use it for a short period while driving and letting the engine get good and hot. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2020, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,400
Re: point gap ??
40 Deluxe the guys you are referring to are the tinkers. They can never leave things be. They are the ones who will never install electronic ignition in their cars because they would go nuts not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2020, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,719
Re: Reducing Fumes and Noise
Fumes inside the vehicle is not a good thing especially if they are exhaust related. Excessive fumes coming from the oil fill pipe is a sign of engine wear. In my view it is much safer to take care...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2020, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,678
Re: Does anyone know this generator?
Andy, Keep it simple, buy a small rechargeable sealed 12 volt battery and use it to power your radio. I am assuming you will not be using high wattage speakers. The battery can be placed under a seat...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2020, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 870
Re: Coil Problem
Tell us that you have checked and can guarantee piston #1 timing is at tdc (top dead center) when the rotor is pointing to spark plug #1, and the point gap is .018"-.020", and the point surfaces are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2020, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,419
Re: 30-31 instrument panel
Maybe the screws you are using are too long thereby, bottoming out and preventing the dash panel to properly fit snug against the tank.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 496
Re: brake light
#1 Test the switch - disconnect all wires from switch. Using an ohmmeter or multimeter place one lead on one terminal and the other lead on the 2nd terminal. The meter should indicate the switch is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,428
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2020, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 893
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2020, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 2,663
Re: Loose Rod
Jack Shaft is right on. It seems like someone doesn't know how to use measuring gauges or measure. The crank journals should all be the same dimension within +/-.0003". The rod inserts should all be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2020, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 543
Re: Horn Wires Polarity
The horn uses a DC motor which can run or rotate either CW or CCW depending on the connections (+ or -). The horn will work either way.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-29-2020, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,210
Re: 6V Turn Signal Buzzer
Look on Ebay for a 6 volt buzzer. There are some small buzzers or annunciators that will do the job for about $5 - $8 that can be wired in parallel with your flasher.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2020, 08:51 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 2,943
Re: Flywheel Housing Alignment
This method of gauging run out is confusing. Suppose the snap ring diameter in the case exceeds the .006" limit due to it being out of round in a free state? This has nothing to do with the engine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2020, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,837
Re: Bearing on King Pins question
US made Timken bearings are quality bearings but not the only quality bearing manufacturer. You should continue to make a case about your poor quality experience with Brattons. They should rectify...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2020, 08:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,021
Re: zenith carb
If you remove the top half of the carburetor and hold the lower half in your hand and fill the bowl with water it shouldn't leak. If it does something is missing like a jet, a washer or there is a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 960
Re: Stuck Cylinder Head Stud
Try welding the nut to the stud. Then use a battery or pneumatic power impact gun. I would not use a lever type wrench as the applied offset torque could cause the stud to yield prematurely and break.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 800
Re: starter motor
Synchro909 you are right on mate. The physics and the data say it all. The rule of thumb is keep your engine and system components properly maintained and it will always start with 6 volts. I have a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 982
Re: Has anyone converted a 12V heater to 6V?
Using a hole saw on your firewall is a whole lot easier than what you are thinking of doing. I hope you realize there is also a cover that goes over the hole when the heater is removed. When all said...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2020, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,308
Re: Battery connector corroding
Joe K, you seem to be very knowledgeable about electrolytic activity, corrosion, conductivity & resistivity and I was wondering wouldn't filling the battery cells too high also add to the post...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2020, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 959
Re: Switching Engine, Reusing Flywheel
Conaway is correct. Buy a new clutch & pressure plate, resurface the flywheel and have them balanced as a unit. Replace the pan gasket and the front upper and lower crank seal which is included in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2020, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 818
Re: Head Torque
Bob Bidonde is correct about the need to completely compress the head gasket and check the torque at least annually. Someone said they 1st loosen the head nuts and then retorque them, not a good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2020, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,013
Re: Teflon EZ Steer Kit what do you think?
Technically speaking Teflon in my view is not the material for this use. Teflon has very desirable properties when used in applications where reducing friction is desired. However, Teflon when placed...
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