Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2014, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 6,682
Re: Soon to be a Model A owner
Be sure to tell the ignorant that you save money by not filling the cooling system with anti-freeze but use spring water which never freezes and runs year around.
Buy the Model A whatever the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2014, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 21,327
Re: Parts Hoarding: a Discouragement to Newbies?
Sorry, I made a mistake when I tried to post this as a separate thread. I guess I won't post any more so as not to offend anyone. I just don't know why it jumped in here.
As for trying to get...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2014, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 21,327
Bumper Chrome Quality
Howdy,
Last Sunday, I ordered a '31 Model A front chrome bumper kit from Macs for $295. less 15% and shipping. This included the end nuts, bolts and washers as well as the three bumper clamps...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2014, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 11,757
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2014, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,849
Re: Replacement thermometer for Motormeters
I replaced my original Motometer because the body was pitted and the thermometer had failed. The mercury would no shrink back to the bottom. I even placed it in the freezer overnight to no avail.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2014, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,802
Re: Paint for Spare Wheel
After having all my 19 inch spoke wheels sand blasted and coated with an epoxy primer, I loaded up my $17.00 Harbor Freight spray gun with Valspar original Green Apple epoxy paint and shot the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2014, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,536
Re: Hood Alignment
I will consider your suggestion on the cowl band. If I can't get the adequate spacing, I will try this as a last resort. Thanks for the help.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2014, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,536
Re: Hood Alignment
Thanks for the help. I checked the frame before it was sand blasted and epoxy painted. I could find no deficiencies as to being bent, twisted, or out of square.
Dad only drove this to town for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2014, 01:49 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,536
Re: Hood Alignment
Thanks for the quick reply. I have checked all these items. The original radiator and rods, the cab, the frame and everything is strictly stock. No modifications or abuse of any kind. The mileage is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2014, 12:08 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,536
Hood Alignment
Howdy,
I am having some difficulty aligning the hood on my 1931 Model A pickup after doing a frame up restoration. The problem is that the rear hood hinge retainer needs about 1/8 an inch more...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2014, 11:35 PM
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Replies: 116
Views: 38,719
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2014, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 116
Views: 38,719
Re: Air filter for Model A
I am not here to argue with JOES31 posted comments and his discrediting with what I have commented on.
All I would like to add is that I was a project engineer in a Fortune 500 Company for mostly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2014, 12:15 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,302
Re: Horn, light switch issue
If the head lights turn on when making a left turn, check the small split copper sleeve on the light switch shaft just inside the hollow steering gear shaft and just below the horn button. If this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2014, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 116
Views: 38,719
Re: Air filter for Model A
For your own information and a basis for your comments about automotive air filters, I would suggest Googling "K&N air filter myths." Google will list several websites with a broad range of comments...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2014, 10:33 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 8,711
Re: Trickle Battery Charger
I have a Schumacher for about $18. I disconnect the battery ground cable, hook up the Schumacher, and fly back to Texas for seven months. The next spring when I return the battery is fully charged....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2014, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 11,020
Re: Radiator Fan Shrouds - on a 1931 A ?
Sometimes I wonder about my Model A that didn't have a thermostat and allowed free flow of coolant throughout the system. I have now added a 160F thermostat in the outlet hose to the upper radiator...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2014, 04:53 PM
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Replies: 116
Views: 38,719
Re: Air filter for Model A
Car owners throw away the highly efficient pleated paper filter which is sized for twice the air flow requirement of the engine to allow for particle loading and replace it with a K&N low efficiency...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-02-2014, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 67,148
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2014, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 116
Views: 38,719
Re: Air filter for Model A
Check the filtration efficiency of a K&N filter vs. that of any other pleated paper air filter for an engine application. You will be surprised that the efficiency of the K&N is very low. You can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2014, 07:47 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 8,758
Re: My new Air Filter issue
K&N filters are suitable for long life engine operation. A pleated paper filter is sized for twice the air flow requirement of an engine to allow for loading with dirt and other particulate. The only...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2014, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,113
Re: Fitting gas tank
First, I drove the cab flange outward with a block of wood and a hammer.
Then I cut the welt about every inch just about 1/4 inch below the bead and epoxied the welt to the tank. Finally, I greased...
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