Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 680
Re: Fuse blowing
This may help. Also check the terminal block on the firewall. The repose often allows the head of each screw to back off at the back and touch the firewall and short out.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 9,853
Re: How to grease leaf springs?
Here is how we did it to the rear spring on my grandsons 1930 Tudor.
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spring-restoration-PDF.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 598
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 714
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2024, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 714
Re: pinion gear double cup bearing issue
The reason the double pinion bearing race fell out during disassembly is because it had spun in the banjo housing mounting. You can see the spin marks in the banjo photo. This is because the last...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 599
Re: Rear End Rebuild Advice/Help Needed
I agree.
The trick is to torque only the right side. Then install the carrier and start running the bolts down on the left side evenly and turn the ring gear with your finger until you feel it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 01:59 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 599
Re: Rear End Rebuild Advice/Help Needed
Denny:
You need to add more shims under the bearings on each side of the carrier to be able to install at least one .010 paper gasket on each side of the banjo to achieve the proper pre-load,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 12:54 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 714
Re: Carb Disassembly Tips
Be very careful with the disassembly. A lot of good Zeniths have been destroyed during disassembly. The attached document should guide you through it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2024, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 753
Re: Original Ford wrench question
There is another set of original Ford wrenches that is not often seen. These were probably mostly used at the Ford dealerships. I found a set at the Turlock swap meet years ago and have used them...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2024, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,789
Re: Mitchell Overdrive
Only the later Mitchell overdrives have these grease fittings. The only lubrication on the older ones is the gear oil that you need to change periodically. The two grease fittings on the later ones...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2024, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,736
counter balanced crank
Is there a supplier in the Model A Kingdom offering a counter balanced crank? Years ago, there was an engine shop in Whittier California offering such. The owner died a number of years ago and the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2024, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 665
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2024, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 797
Re: Pressure Plate Fingers
If you are using a Model A pressure plate, be sure to check the step on the flywheel where the pressure plate bolts up. The original depth is 1.123", Often a flywheel was resurfaced without the same...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2024, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 797
Re: Pressure Plate Fingers
As the fellow above says, it must be a fully assembled clutch attached to the flywheel. The measurement is from the flat surface of the pressure plate to the top of each finger.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2024, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 615
Re: Model B Oil Tube?
A Model B breather tube will fit a Model A engine. I put one on my grandson's 30 Tudor about a year ago. At the time all the suppliers were out of stock for the repos. I got an original from Sammy at...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2024, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 2,849
Re: Tow Insurance
Get some old Model A guys to help you push it out of your garage onto the street and then call AAA to come and take it to a shop.
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2024, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 964
Re: Torque Tube Bushing
The original roller bearings with the spirals seemed to have survived very well as long as they were properly lubed. Apparently, there is not much pressure on them when in service.
About 90% of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2024, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,107
Re: Model A Hard to Steer
There is a better steering box lube than 600W. You also do not want to use grease if there is a grease fitting on the box.
An F100 steering box conversion is also a good choice. Contact Randy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2024, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,897
Re: Rear brake woes
The E-brake shoe is assembled incorrectly. The cotter pins should face the other way or they will rub on the brake drum.
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2024, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 957
Re: T rear spring in the rear of model a??
Roadsters are supposed to have a 7-leaf spring, coupes & Tudors an 8-leaf spring, all others a 10-leaf spring. I suggest you find at least an 8-leaf spring and replace the 10-leaf with it.
Tom...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2024, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 626
Re: source for V8 pressure plate?
I highly recommend Clutches Unlimited in Midway City, located in Southern California next to Huntington Beach.
714-373-6155
www.clutchesunlimited.com
15116 Adams Street
Midway City, CA...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2024, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 797
Re: Clutch freeplay
Here is how I go about adjusting the fingers.
http://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/pressure-plate-adjustment.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2024, 01:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 381
Re: Diff carrier bolts
The early carriers used the D-head carrier bolts. Both carrier half's are the same part number. The ring gear can mount to either side. The later carriers each side is different. The ring gear can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2024, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,155
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2024, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 870
Re: Installing a Model A Rear End / Need Advice
Removing a rear end from a Model A with the spring attached is a very unsafe practice. Once the spring is unbolted from the frame the only thing holding it together is a 3\8 bolt that was never meant...
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