Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Re: engine compression levels.
My rule of thumb is that Model A & Model B engines with stock cylinder heads will run well on compression gauge readings as ow as 50 psig, and no more than a 5 psig difference between cylinders.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 09:56 AM
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Re: engine compression levels.
Absolute compression pressure = (4.22x14.7)+14.7.
Gauge compression Pressure = 4.22x14.7.
We work with gauges. Scientists work with absolute pressure.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2024, 07:50 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 05:56 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2024, 09:57 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2024, 09:47 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2024, 07:57 AM
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Re: A newbie needs help!
It is probable that the engine is not the car's original, so the engine number is a poor choice for a VIN. If you have an existing registration for the car, use the VIN on it. In my Model A's, I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 10:01 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2024, 09:50 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 08:03 AM
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Condenser Capacity
While researching V8 service bulletins for info pertaining to the Model "A,"I stumbled upon this chart of condenser capacities.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 07:53 AM
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Re: How tight should the...
There needs to be some compression of the springs to enable the joint to take-up wear of the balls and cups, so the ball joints do not develop free play.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 07:31 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2024, 10:01 AM
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Differential Pinion Gear Bearing Preload
nkaminar in Post #3 is correct, the torques in the following service bulletins are the torques necessary to turn the pinion resulting from tightening the jam nuts. In other words, you tighten the jam...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2024, 09:32 AM
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Re: How tight should the...
I researched all of the Ford Service Bulletins 1928 through 1942 and there is no quantitative instruction about tightening the drag link and tie rod end plugs. I use the 25% spring compression...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2024, 09:57 AM
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Re: Oil Pump Shaft
Here is the Service Bulletin regarding the undercut oil pump shaft. There is a picture of B-6608 Undercut Shaft on Vince Falter's Ford Barn https://www.fordgarage.com/pages/boilpumpshaft.htm
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2024, 07:25 AM
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Re: D Nut Hole Punch
Make templates from card-stock of the various size D-Nuts you need to install. Tape the template in place & use a marking pen to transfer the shape onto the body. Drill an under-size diameter hole...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 08:00 AM
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Re: Dale Gosa has passed.
I am sorry to hear of Dale's passing, and I pray his soul is resting in peace in God's Kingdom of Heaven. Dale helped me many times with information to restore my Victoria. He will be missed.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 07:56 AM
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Re: Oil Pump Shaft
See the Ford Service Bulletin of November 1932, Page 67. The Company indicates that the B-6608 Pump Shaft can be used in the Model A for improved oil flow. The B-6608 Shaft was the service...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 07:43 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 07:39 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 07:36 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 07:33 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2024, 10:13 AM
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Re: Universal Tires
Ed, the Model A Ford Club of Long Island to which I belong, has an annual front end alignment clinic that i attend. I have learned the hard way that low tire pressure increases front tire wear, and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2024, 10:01 AM
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Re: Separator
Wow! I never thought about water getting into the gas tank from rain / the garden hose. Now that you mention it, I can understand water intrusion via the vent in the cap. I have had condensation...
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