Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 02:33 PM
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Re: Water pump
Some prior owner of the Wretched Roadster put sealed bearings both front and rear. Surprise!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 12
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2024, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 9
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2024, 01:20 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 2,839
Re: Florida Drivers
Many times I’ve thought about a citizen (not me) putting down a speed bump. What would it take? A few large bags of quick drying cement, then going back the next night with some high-viz paint?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2024, 01:07 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 734
Re: New to me
Besides having the ignition off when rocking the car to release the Bendix gear, also be sure the parking brake is off. I was panting and seeing bright flashes of light before I realized the brake...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2024, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 724
Re: Sealed beams
Note there are two types of LED headlamps. One has an array of LEDs with no optical system. This kind uses the reflector / focus / lens of the original system. Therefore any defects (tarnished...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2024, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,702
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2024, 02:46 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,029
Re: Engine Number
How does the Burtz block folks do it? What number do those engines come with ?
I read that changing a VIN is a felony. I don’t know if that would be interpreted as extending to the engine number,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2024, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,224
Re: pay it forward?
A club member who sold his car and parts for low prices said “Look at how much space is in a coffin.” In other words, you can’t take it with you. He said he felt good that it got into the hands of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 1
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How to remove Roadster back rest?
The leather upholstery on the backrest was replaced 65 years ago, and it’s worn and torn where the driver’s back presses against it.
To be clear, the seat cushion that you sit on came out already....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 763
Re: Wind Wing installation
Fourfords - I’m looking forward to seeing this discussion because my Roadster’s wind wings have been problematic, either slipping out of their brackets, or when tightened hard the glass cracks. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2024, 10:46 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,344
Re: 1931 Roadster Seat Back bottom brackets
Trying to remove the roadster’s seat back so I can re-upholster it. How is it meant to be removed? The bottom of the driver-side released with great difficulty but I cannot get the passenger-side...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-13-2024, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,200
Re: 16 Day transformation of 30 pickup.
16 days? Those shows on TV rescue total wrecks in under 4 days to make it to an important car show on the other side of the country.
Just kidding. Great result!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2024, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,007
Re: 1929 TwoLite headlamps w/ LED turn signals
Have they ever made an "add-on" turn-signal switch that "resets" when you return the steering column to neutral position?
Joe K - When I notice that I’ve left the turn signal blinking long after I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2024, 02:11 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,058
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2024, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 622
Re: Turn Signals
I changed out the incandescent turn signal bulbs for LEDs and they are MUCH brighter. Be aware the normal flasher unit (usually looks like a little aluminum can about the size of a stack of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2024, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,709
Re: Light Wire Harness Bucket Seized/Issues
I wonder why Ford bothered to put the headlight thingie on the steering wheel hub but the switch itself at the bottom of the steering column. I presume this was a deliberate decision, so I’d love to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2024, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,078
Re: Why a fabric roof?
From what I can recall reading (in other words, the accuracy is not guaranteed) there were no stamping presses capable of making a car body with integral complete roof until Budd. I suppose Ford and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2024, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,216
Re: What did he do?
The front and rear fenders look like they’re made without compound curves. Easier to form sheet stock in just one plane. I watched Mark Gerisch bend, stretch, and shrink a sheet of aluminum to form a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2024, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 73
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Re: Value of an Un-Restored Model A Engine
I feel your pain, brother. A few weeks ago I gave away for free a 24 year old German sports sedan with somewhat unusual spec package. I had bought it new in 2000 and loved driving it. Then the darn...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2024, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 847
Re: Different panel truck
That electric waffle iron for $8.99 in 1929 was an expensive item.
Per https://www.usinflationcalculator.com/ it equates to $162.14 today.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 05:48 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,109
Re: Coal delivery
I had a house in Minneapolis built around 1905. I don’t know the original heating system but when I got it there was a gas-fired furnace. Which was fine. However the walls were completely uninsulated...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,003
Re: fuel shelf life in tank
Why not use leaded avgas? Because the lead in the exhaust is a terrible poison.
https://youtu.be/6HlUm7dXq5s?si=Md4gWWizJj1R2JIx
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,756
Re: Pre Osha
The zeppelin ladders are on wheels. What could possibly go wrong?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2024, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,003
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