Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2011, 10:38 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2011, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,047
Re: License plate
Thanks , Don. These plates are real straight but could use a re-paint.
From your posts to this thread, it looks like you're into them. Do you restore?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2011, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,047
License plate
I have a set of "30" plates with a "P-C" vertically on the left side. I have been told this is for pneumatic - commercial. Does this sound right and if so are these correct for a CCPU of that vintage?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2011, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,648
Re: Rear Main Drain Tube
Just to add to this thread. I just replaced the pan gaskets and seals on my 29 and soaked the cork overnight, left it long for a tight fit etc. When I went for a test hop, I still had a leak. Checked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2011, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,599
Re: Brake adjustment question... wedges vs rods?
Les Andrews has a pretty comprehensive precedure in his book using this little board with notches cut in it. He goes through all the important checks you need to do before actually finishing the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2011, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,501
Re: Oil Leak From Cotter Pin
Take Tom Endy's advice, above, and when you put the pan back on make sure the rear cork is right. I have a rebuilt from a very reputable builder, that had sat for a few years and apparently the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2011, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,820
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2011, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,871
Re: scam: true/false?
Beware Cashiers checks. I advertised some items for sale and received an offer of a cashiers check. Don't figure that if you have cash in hand you are safe! There are counterfeit checks going around...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2011, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,489
Re: Overheating thoughts?
I had an overheating problem. Had my radiator professionally done, re-installed it, filled with pure water, for the test run. I went about 50 miles on a hot day with some hard pulls. No problem, no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2011, 09:48 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,316
Re: Generator ID ??
The guys can correct me if I am wrong but the terminal post on the pulley end says its 29 thru early 30. Oiler on the side of the bushing housing says early 30 (31 didn't have a removable oil wick)....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2011, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,329
Re: Need some pre-restoration advice
Great advise from Brent. I don't know how many times I've torn something apart, fixed part, put it back together, took it apart and fixed something else, put it back together and took it apart to get...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2011, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,402
Re: Headlight Installation Questions / Conduits
Just had the same problem with my light switch. It would work with the bail off but when I hooked up the bail it would not turn to all four (4) positions. After many hours of frustration I found the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2011, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,713
Re: Wireless Distributor Plare?
In a previous thread, someone suggested replacing the stock pigtail with wire from a Hobby shop. 14 ga. tin coated copper, multistrand with a silicone sheath. It works well and is very flexible.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2011, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 22,980
Re: 29 Fordor Gas Tank Removal
How do you sort em out? I was contacted by a guy looking for Murray wood who said he didn't have any wood at all in front of the door.Thats a rusty, right front door post in his picture. I have wood...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2011, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 12,206
Re: Sound Insulation
I did my sedan with rubber backed carpet pad. Its strong, thick and glues up with contact cement. I have'nt noticed any smell and it really quiets things down. Paints up nice too!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2011, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 11,703
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2011, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 11,703
Re: frame sag
A much discussed subject. There is an article in the May-June Restorer, by Gordon Fischer, on pages 5 -10 that addresses the problem of frame straightening with illustrations and directions. Have yet...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2011, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 22,980
Re: 29 Fordor Gas Tank Removal
Mine is a Murray, which might make a difference. I have wood on the front door pillars but none on the cowl. I had the tank out for steering mount repair. dropped the steering, of course and pulled...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2011, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,894
Re: Tapping noise when hot
I had a tapping noise and after worrying about it for while I found the crankshaft pulley nut was loose allowing the pulley to rattle. Dumb
Easy to check.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2011, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,567
Re: Was there a robins egg blue Model A in 1929
According to the PPG chip chart and factory reproduction schedule there was something called Niagra Blue Light used in 28. the only 29 I see in blue, other than Andalusite Blue, is a taxi cab! This...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2011, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,977
Re: Why doesn't my engine have an engine number?
Not to confuse a confusing issue... My 29 Murray had a combine engine in it when I first got it. At least thats what I was told by the first owner. It is definitely a diamond engine cause its now in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2011, 10:41 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 6,590
Re: Model A Trip...Should I???
Take a look on the back, inside page of Les Andrews troubleshooting book. Theres a pretty comprehensive list of stuff you might want to take on tour. You can pick whatever you think is appropriate...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2011, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,379
Re: Condenser question
That would be great. I can't see where the wires hook up on the picts you provided. The most popular 330uf that they have is rated at 450 V. I guess that should work.
Thanks again
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2011, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,379
Re: Condenser question
Just for fun, do you have a part number for the capacitor in your tester? I went to Pott and Brum and found the relay but they have 177 330uf capacitors. (Yes I made a copy of the plan). Also can you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2011, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,379
Re: Condenser question
Many thanks to everybody, especially Tom. I will check out Fleabay.
I think that half the fun of working on a 80 year old machine is "fixing" instead of "buying" Why else would we invest a lot of...
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