Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2022, 03:24 PM
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Views: 1,122
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2022, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,122
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2022, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,798
Re: Outdoor Car Cover
I went with an open trailer on a open cab pu. Covered it with a tarp many bungee cords, left a trail of bungee cords and top shreds for miles! go with an enclosed trailer.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2022, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,767
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2022, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,315
Re: condenser fiber washer
I think you answered your own question! It is there for a reason. Sorry I can't remember
why. Where is Glide?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2022, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,767
Re: 28/29 RPU Irons
Boy would I like to find a replacement for the center iron on my 28 RPU. On my way to Charlotte car show, the wind got to my truck ripped the top to shreds, and tore off the center iron. I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2020, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2020, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Need Information
I need to find directions to adjust valves, with the head on. The Les Andrews instructions say to start with piston 2-3/8" from top of cylinder.Can't do this with head still on! Can someone point me...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2020, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 65
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Re: Tachometer for my model A
I have an old analog sears it hooks to the coil and ground. Read the 8 cyl. scale and double it. I am hard of hearing can't tell 450 rpm from 700 rpm !
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2020, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,218
Re: Who Lives near Roanoke, VA?
If you live outside of Daleville why have I never seen your car? I bet you have seen one of mine!1928 open cab PU-1967 Camaro Conv.-1983 S-10 work truck 2014 MB SLK-250
wife has 2016 Impala...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2020, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,218
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2020, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,606
Re: Small Fire Extinguisher to Carry in Car
Are none of you in the AACA? They require a fire extinguisher in every car,at their shows.
One judge has the task of checking to make sure each one is ul approved and gauge is in the green.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2020, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 16,424
Re: Locating dimple on timing gear
I am new at this,I was having same problem.I tried taking all plugs out using hand crank,
arms are too short for that.I bought one of the vendors wrenches solved the problem!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2020, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,115
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2020, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,174
Re: Unleaded Gas
I use MMO in oil and gas.I saw a friend drain oil into a metal drain pan.The oil stuck to the sides of the pan when he poured it out,had to wipe it off the sides of the drain pan. I have used it ever...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2020, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,559
Re: Garage Hoist
I got a two post Atlas, works great on my Camaro. Can't use it on my MB.Have to be careful on my 28 Ford with original brake rods.So I ended up with a rig like KATY shows,
which is heavy, still is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2020, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
Re: Coil Problem
Solved it!
I sent the gen to have it rebuilt.While it was gone I redid the gas gauge.The cork had fallen off. When I put the IP back on, I somehow got the switch against the dash which shorted...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2020, 06:17 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
Re: Coil Problem
Hey! I'm back with new numbers. BATT 6.33v
Term box wing nuts d-side 6.24v
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2020, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
Coil Problem
Car won't start,28 open PU.Used Les Andrews troubleshooting chart Page 4-5
Batt 5.93v
term box d-side5.77v
p-side5.79v
coil(-)5.73v
(+)0.07v
This is new coil, so where do I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2019, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,043
Re: question
katy,
Wow I'm really impressed.Do you have some dimensions on this? I would like plans of this, to take to my friendly neighborhood welder and snake charmer.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2019, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,043
Re: question
Thanks for the advice! I have a creeper and lots of time,Money, not so much!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2019, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,043
question
I have a 28 roadster pick up.And I have a two post lift.It is very time consuming to get this thing lifted using the frame. Would it hurt to lift it using
the radius rods?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2019, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,386
Re: Confused
I thought I'd check the float level, found it too high, when trying to remedy this I found the fuel inlet valve not working to shut off the gas. So I took it out threw it in trash(new)and replaced it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2019, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,386
Re: Confused
No, I don't have to wait, it starts right back I assumed that I had good spark because it started so easily. I will did check for dirt in the carb. It was clean.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2019, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,386
Confused
My first A,Truck set itself afire.Rewired all except lights(not affected). It now starts and runs fine for about 15 sec. then it dies. and does this repeatedly.
Does not run long enough to trouble...
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