Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 01:18 PM
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Model A and T Upholsterers
I have a friend up in Mass. that does admirable machine work and restorations for Model A's and T's. I have known him for several years and have seen his shop and his work. He recently was asked to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 963
Re: Adjusting Accelerator Assembly
Super helpful comments! This is a '31 Deluxe Roadster that I restored ground-up about 14 years ago. Since I never use the gas throttle lever, I never thought to check it at the time. The gas pedal...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 963
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 963
Adjusting Accelerator Assembly
My accelerator control assembly is essentially inoperative. When I pull the gas rod down at the steering column, increased rpms do not kick in until the lever is almost all the way down.
I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2023, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 863
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2023, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 863
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2023, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 863
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2023, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 863
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2023, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 863
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2023, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 981
Re: 3X Spark Plugs
I saw this when I was searching for info on the 3X plus. A good write-up. Maybe a thin-enough sheet of copper can be located so that one can make their own seals.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2023, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 981
3X Spark Plugs
I have ten of the repro Champion 3X plugs with the flat top on the number "3." These should have an upper and lower copper seal in the interior, which in this case are quite worn. Are these seals...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2023, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,006
Re: Mobil 1 Synthetic Oils
Many thanks for the posts. I am going to stick with Mobil 1 in the "A," but based on the low miles that I have been putting on the car, cost shouldn't be a factor.
I will continue to use...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2023, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,006
Mobil 1 Synthetic Oils
Do synthetic oils in the Model "A" add much from a lubrication perspective, or are the standard motor oils equally as effective? I have been restoring a '68 bug for my daughter, and the respondents...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2022, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Model A Engine Number
Won't see the block for another week. I'll holler if there is one there, because these are indeed good blocks. Don't see too many of those.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2022, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Model A Engine Number
Most helpful, señor! Could account for the Hammer's thought that the block may have been purchased by Western Auto. And, the block could have been manufactured well after the Model "A" production...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2022, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2022, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Model A Engine Number
A friend called to tell me of an engine block that came out of a '31 Roadster with the number 260WA stamped on the block. Would Ford have sold this to a farm tractor dealer, for example, for resale?...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2022, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,210
Re: Altenator/Starter Issue
Thanks for the responses. Never having use an alternator, I didn't want to play master electrician. In years past, when installing new field coils into generator rebuilds, I have found the coils...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2022, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,210
Altenator/Starter Issue
A friend has been restoring a T fire engine, which he has converted to an A frame and block. I assisted in the conversion of the wiring. Started up and ran like a charm. Because of the electrical...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-27-2021, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Re: Float Valve Operation
Good observation. I checked for a worn spot when I was submerging the float in water, looking for possible leaks. No problems there.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2021, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Re: Float Valve Operation
Sir Thomas!
Good to hear from you. There are times in the winter when working indoors on a float valve is much more appealing than rebuilding rear ends in a cold garage, and your write-up on same...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2021, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Re: Float Valve Operation
Again, thanks for the responses. No, I am blowing through the top of the valve (off the carb) in the direction that the fuel would be flowing, and I am holding the needle in the open position. This...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2021, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Re: Float Valve Operation
Hello, New Zealand --
I have a Mighty Vac; the valves seal well. But, I don't understand that when blowing through the valve, and the valve stays open, why it blocks up after 10-15 seconds.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2021, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Float Valve Operation
I have two original float valves that have performed well in my Zenith carb over the last few years. Recently, one of them appears to be failing to close fully when the engine is shut down, allowing...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2019, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,607
Re: Non Model "A" Electrical Question
Thanks for the posts. I enjoy keeping printers viable. And, you're on target when you say the inks are where the manufacturers make their profits! Capacitors do need to be taken out of the...
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