Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2023, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 953
wobbling at low speeds
My Roadster has a wobble around 20 MPH, which goes away at higher and lower speeds. It also goes away when I steer a bit left or right. There's a bit of play in the steering wheel.
Does this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2023, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 870
Had a flat today
The stem popped off. With some help from a bystander, we were back on the road with the spare in minutes. I guess I can buy a 4.75/5.00 X 19 tube from Coker Tire.
What's the proper psi...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2023, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Re: Generator pulley casting
Thanks, experts - I bought the right part from Bert's in Englewood, Colorado. I'll install it tomorrow and should be rolling for the Memorial Day parade.
Thanks, everyone.
-Billy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2023, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Generator pulley casting
Dear experts, my generator pulley failed (shown). Bought the wrong one on eBay. The wrong one is a different taper, and the hole (on the yellow paper side) is too large on the wrong one. What is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2022, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 242
Views: 75,063
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2022, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 242
Views: 75,063
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2022, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 242
Views: 75,063
Re: what other old cars are in your garage?
Dick, that's a great-looking MGB. They say we all are in love with the car which we loved when we learned to drive. Long ago, when I was 18, the car we all loved was your MGB.
Merry Christmas!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2022, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 4,593
People just love the Model A
What is it about these cars? Everybody loves them! Drive along our roads here in beautiful Connecticut, and everybody waves, cheers, gives the thumbs up!
We're a big hit with everyone from the 9...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2022, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,974
Today is an "A' day
Friends,
Show us your A today. It was a beautiful day to join the parade in Old Greenwich CT
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2022, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 1,409
Views: 314,519
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-22-2021, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,546
Model A owners - you'll love these
Pull a Model A out of a thicket and it runs!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEDhFp1SyEw
A Hot Rod Before Its Time: Ford’s Model A, With a Boost...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2021, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 38,450
Re: Marvel Carburetor Disection
Does the GAV act the same way in the Marvel Schebler as in the Zenith?
How much do you open it at start, and how much in normal running?
Herb Concord, I think you answered this question - thanks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-12-2021, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,410
Re: Marvel Carburetor
My car runs most days, but lately won't start. When I try to start her, I see fuel which moistens the joint where the Marvel carb meets the intake manifold. Has to be a failed gasket, right? Would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-08-2021, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 38,450
Re: Marvel Carburetor Disection
Thanks for this wonderful dissection. My A has this carb. Question: is your starting routine any different with this carb? More choke? Less choke? How much GAV? How much throttle at start?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-08-2021, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 978
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2021, 04:53 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 34,046
Re: Position of the spark lever question
My Model A will run one day, next day won't start. I understand that each car's GAV and spark advance lever position will be a bit different. Trying to start with full retard (up position) - no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2021, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
trouble starting
My A is restored and in very nice condition. She starts about half the time. I have new plugs and a new head installed by my restorer, a professional. I believe my starting problems are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,022
Re: Gremlins in the wiring
Mister Moose, my A does the exact same thing: intermittent, and my lights fail too. I'll have to double check the battery-to-ground cable, and the battery itself. My A has an aftermarket battery...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2021, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,100
Re: Engine RPMs
To all - your responses are super-helpful, especially the table from AlexisKai. Conclusion from the table: driving at 25 MPH in 2d is about 2000 RPM. Shifting into 3d will drop RPM to about 1100...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2021, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,100
Engine RPMs
What speed do you find yourself shifting into 3d? Is there a chart of RPM v. MPH for each gear in the Model A? I find myself driving around town in 2d at higher revs, because the engine seems...
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