Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2021, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 89
Views: 3,580
Re: A question for old guys
I am also there. Mid 70s and finding more physical limitations all the time. AS you say big issue is getting under the A. Can't stay under too long without getting dizzy, nauseated, and difficulty...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2021, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,712
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,157
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2021, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 944
Re: Marvel Carburetor
A friend of mine recently swapped his Zenith for a Tillotson. Ran slightly better but biggest difference for him was slightly improved gas mileage. I have always had Tillotson. Can't compare to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2021, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,379
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-10-2021, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 693
Re: New Shoes !
Nice look! Did you paint or buy that way? Looks great with whitewalls.
Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2021, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,351
Re: Crazy temp gauge idea
Your "crazy idea" sounds innovative and fun to make for someone with time and someone who enjoys tinkering. I simply got a digital hand held infared thermometer and it gives me accurate temps and no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2020, 05:36 AM
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Replies: 73
Views: 5,797
Re: Bone Stock or Modified?
Very interesting responses. Why do we make changes? Some are content with originality and keeping it the same, That's fine for some. I think others have a basic inner need to change. Why do we...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2020, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 625
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-29-2020, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 827
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-29-2020, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 749
Re: Length Limit for Priority Mail Shipping
I thought the size of the content was determined by the box/package furnished by the USPS. As for delivery time they always tell me three days. That could be because i have only shipped small...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2020, 10:41 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 4,504
Re: Signs, back in the day
Don't know if this is from back in the day but my wife bought me a sign for my shop. It reads "You can't buy Happiness- but- you can buy cars and that's kinda the same thing."
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-25-2020, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,063
Gratitude
It is 4:30 am on Christmas day 2020. Just drinking a cup of coffee and thinking about things i am grateful for this year. A tough year for many, not to mention my own fight with cancer and my wife's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-16-2020, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,900
Re: 1930 Model A 170B on the road after 6 yrs.
I agree with others. It looks fantastic. Hope you enjoy for many years, I know you will get lots of smiles, thumbs up, and compliments every time you take it for a ride, It seems one thing our A's do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-15-2020, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,257
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-13-2020, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 1,512
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,229
Re: Simple to make and use Toe-In gauge
Nice work! I'm always glad to see individuals come up with these kinds of helpful self-created things. It is especially pleasing to see it does not require a software app and a computer screen.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-09-2020, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,389
Re: New '35 Purchase
Beautiful. Hope you get many miles of enjoyment from it. I am somewhat limited in my restoration/rebuild skills and I also enjoy this forum as a great resource as those with experience and knowledge...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-30-2020, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 216
difficult hood latch
I bought a 1941 PU a months ago and I am learning a lot of things from the forum. My hood latch seems extremely tight. I hate to fix it if it ain't broke but I have to use a wrench to pull up on the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-29-2020, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 606
Re: Carb leaking?
My carb would got wet around base. Started and ran great. Often had fuel smell. When warmed up acted like it was flooded. I finally pulled carb to rebuild and check needle and seat. . Looked great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-27-2020, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,030
Re: My Distributor Cam Screw is Stuck
i agree with others. Take out the distributer and put it in a vice. Put some heat on the screw. If that does not get it take the distributer to a shop with some older mechanic that has worked on A's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2020, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 4,436
Re: What am I missing? 1930 Model A
It might be helpful to go to utube and watch "How to start a Model A'" Make sure the little lever on the left side of the steering column is all the way up and the choke (GAV) is pulled out when you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2020, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,080
Re: I made my 75 Birthday - Hooray
Happy birthday. Keep on driving that A. I am also 75 and my time with my 1929 A on sunny days is truly a highlight. Didn't get mine until I was 71. Should have done it 30 years ago.
Bob
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-29-2020, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 458
Re: Repair Manual
thanks for all the suggestions. I want to keep it a mostly original daily driver. I will start building a library from service manuals, internet sources, and selected manuals. Appreciate the advice....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-28-2020, 09:43 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 458
Repair Manual
New to this forum. I've had a Model A for a few years and enjoyed learning about repairs and keeping it going. I recently bought a 1941 PU and look forward to more new learning experiences. What are...
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