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Forum: Model-A 03-23-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,115
Posted By calvin amerson
engine & parts

OK fellas heres your chance I have a complete running engine sn a443956 this engine is running and complete munted on test stand the engine is 1500.00 . firm included is 2 other engines complete...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-22-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 19,895
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: King Pin Reamer Needed

don,t have a regulator reamer do have an adjustable one I used to ream mine just have to be careful will gladely let you use it just let me know
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-21-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 48,664
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Model A car names

RedRyder is mine I painted it red I like it
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-12-2014, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,191
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: welding

an 80.00 ,wire welder from harbor freight welder will do a fine job, low heat and spot weld every 1/4 in" let cool grind come back between spots repeat until you have a solid weld works great for me
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-27-2014, 07:33 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 18,370
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: O.T. Where were you 50 years ago today? 11/22/63.

at my first duty station after having joined the air force, stationed at RAF bentwaters in great britian. we went on full alert.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-25-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,778
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: the double stamped firewall

I have a restamp firewall on my may 1931 tudor
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-21-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,087
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: front brake problem

I understand what you are saying Tom and it makes good cents , no i did not get this with kit perhaps therein lies the problem will probably go back to orginals thank for the imput
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-21-2014, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,087
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: front brake problem

thanks to all here are answers to some of the questions 1. there is no lock nut.2.yes the adjustment is tightening question is how. 3. yes there is a distinct click during tightening or loosening 4....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-21-2014, 08:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,087
Posted By calvin amerson
front brake problem

hi guys! I do not often post tho I have watching for a while, today I have a problem with brakes on my 31 tudor, I have new drums by mel gross new woven shoes(snyders) brake floters by flathead ted,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-06-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,799
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: How Fine is Fine Enough?

I have found that 4.0 steel wool will actually shine the primer its so fine
Forum: Model-T 04-15-2014, 02:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,206
Posted By calvin amerson
model t dizzy

hello all I have what I believe is a model t dizzy made by bosch # on tag is looks to be vIr4bI26 COMPLETE W POINTS ROTER CAP CONDENCER cant load a pic if interested pm your phone and will send text...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2014, 08:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,286
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Testing carb jet flow rates

good morning all, have read this thread with interest, as a newbie I am naturally interested in getting all I can out of my A, QUESTION how do you preform checks , what equipment do you use thanks...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-26-2014, 07:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,797
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: 1930 Sport Coupe engine won't start after rebuild

referring to post #25 using easy start with no cough or spit is an obvious indication of in correct spark timing, whatever the reason one thing is a positive fuel and fire do not mix. if you have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 24,399
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Town Car In Swap Meet

I followed the thread an saw it stated that this car was one of three known to exist obviously the intent here is for unrestored cars, I personally know of two cars one restored one not, one left...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-23-2014, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,298
Posted By calvin amerson
Unhappy problems = questions

good morning all , nice day in southern louisana yesterday so I decided to take RedRyder out for a spin. filled radiator after sitting for the past 3 months, started fine,begin spitting and popping...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2014, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,390
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Shocking Discovery

fwiw thought I have in the past been able to loosen stuck parts by boiling them in peanut oil , already has lubercating properties! just add heat works fine.+
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-12-2014, 09:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,477
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: magneto

thank you brent , according to member this unit has internal advance system, ie the faster you run hotter thr spark or perhaps he does not have sufecent info
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-12-2014, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,477
Posted By calvin amerson
magneto

good morning ford barn seeking information, a club member has a wico magneto he wishes to install on his model a trouble no club member has experience, any one out there with the necessary knowledge,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-01-2014, 08:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,175
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Model "A" Hunting: A more unusual approach.

I too have located a trailer fabed out of ford parts, in this cast not much there but front axel & wheels rear wheels on fabed axel all appear to be 1932 or later based on 16" wire wheels, have not...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,247
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: lightened flywheel

Thanks to everyone that replied, don't how much it was lightned, or if engine was balanced, estimate approx., weight at 40# don't have scales, have not dccided to use it or not this is to be an extra...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,247
Posted By calvin amerson
lightened flywheel

i recently acquired a lightened flywheel, during an engine purchase my question why lighten what is the purpose, will it help or hinder performance, what are advantages vs disadvantages, thanks for...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-22-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,486
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Dissy heat shields... Necessary?

while I have never had a condencer go out because of the heat, I have had the spring below the cam collapse on me for that reason, perhaps of inferior quality any way I installed heat shield seems to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-09-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,233
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: Cleaning Model A radiator with vinegar

for what its worth I have gotten a good clean on uninstalled radiator using laquer thinner, pore in a gallon let set on ots back pluged off for a few days, slosh it around every day, when you drain...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-11-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,687
Posted By calvin amerson
Re: gear set

I forgot to mention the gears are not installed in anything right now
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-11-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,687
Posted By calvin amerson
gear set

hello to all I have a question for all experienced ford barners. I recently acquired what is listed as 4;11 gear set. is there any way that I can insure that this is the case I need help on this as I...
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