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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 362
Posted By whirnot
Re: Electric Model A's

What Countries are those? When we have been out of the country manual shifts have been way more prevalent than Automatics. We have had several Hybrids, which ones are you talking about that have no...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 306
Posted By whirnot
Re: Model A and T Upholsterers

Classtique has a stellar reputation, and has done excellent work for me.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2024, 08:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,055
Posted By whirnot
Re: Ford car Ford gas

Ford Benzol Was three parts gasoline to one part light oil.

REF: The Henry Ford
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2023, 09:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,154
Posted By whirnot
Re: Favor Parts Supplier

I use Bert's almost exclusively. They only charge actual cost for shipping.
And when everyone is out of some things, you can sometimes get original parts from Steve's 500,000 parts stash.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2023, 09:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,197
Posted By whirnot
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2023, 09:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,767
Posted By whirnot
Re: Radius Mount Weirdness and Bolts

Yes, just hack through it, then put in new bolts and rod as stated above. It looks like someone used the original style aps with a rubber ball. the rubber ball style has cast iron caps.

FWIW the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2023, 09:16 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,275
Posted By whirnot
Re: Woven vs molded linings for cast iron drums

I have three different types on different cars. All with new cast iron drums and a complete brake overhaul. All shoes were arced to the new drums. My roadster has molded linings. My pickup has the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,469
Posted By whirnot
Re: How smooth does your Model A ride?

Because they are about as aerodynamic as an outhouse, it is to be expected.
However I get more wind noise from my pickup than I do the sedan.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2023, 11:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,069
Posted By whirnot
Re: Toe-End Gauge

The problem with that is it does not take into account a possible bent wheel.
I believe factory spec allowed up to 1/8 inch runout.

If you measure the same place on each tire, but move the car to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2023, 11:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,069
Posted By whirnot
Re: Toe-End Gauge

It is less than 4'. Typical arm stretch is close to 6'.
As I said, lock the tape and then read it. I've been doing it that way for years.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2023, 11:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,037
Posted By whirnot
Re: Ahooga Horn

Poor contact can also cause lack of power, and less horn.
Check the wiring at the horn, one is power, one is ground. If you run a jumper to the ground terminal and ground it on the body or engine,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2023, 09:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,069
Posted By whirnot
Re: Toe-End Gauge

I'm not sure why folks even use a toe in gauge. A simple tape measure will do the same thing, even faster. Measure between the tires 6" above the floor, lock your tape, move the car till that spot is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2023, 09:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,716
Posted By whirnot
Re: Expensive

It depends on how you categorize the hobby. Many consider owning and driving all there is to the hobby. Our club has about 65 model As. I believe there are only three owners that are actively...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,777
Posted By whirnot
Re: Model A oil filter test

Thanks for posting this. One thing I learned is I will always fill a new filter as best I can when installing. That took a long time to fill.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-07-2023, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,516
Posted By whirnot
Re: Hood paint prep

I paint them with the rods out. Test fit when you are done. If any are tight, just cut a slit in the end of a dowel that is slightly smaller. Put a strip of sandpaper in the slit and chuck it in a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-03-2023, 08:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,657
Posted By whirnot
Re: Brake improvement for Model A's

I have all three types of lining, The original style woven, the soft Molded and the soft Woven that I got from Berts.

The original work great but are too "grabby" and noisy. The soft molded work...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-24-2022, 12:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,599
Posted By whirnot
Re: Radiator removal

I always remove the bumper first. It's only two bolts and then you don't have to reach over it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-24-2022, 12:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,939
Posted By whirnot
Re: Fuel shut off question

I've had a new shutoff leak as well. Since it is a spring loaded cone valve, I found that if you just push on it a little when you shut it off, at least until it gets worn in, it won't leak.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-18-2022, 10:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,295
Posted By whirnot
Re: Any historians?

Actually Ford didn't make any station wagon bodies until 1929.
The Iron Mountain plant had been running for 8 years.
They advertised it as it was the first time you could buy a station wagon that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-17-2022, 07:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,282
Posted By whirnot
Re: Side Mounted Spares

Out of balance, hard ride and the tread pattern is horrible in snow. My Goodyear's are far better. ( Two sets)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-16-2022, 10:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,282
Posted By whirnot
Re: Side Mounted Spares

I have a side mount on my 30 ccpu, with Firestones.
I hate the tires, but no issues fitting them in the well
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-16-2022, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,295
Posted By whirnot
Any historians?

I am looking for information about the Ford Iron Mountain plant. Ford Built the plant in the early 20s and it was to make wood components for the Model T. They also built parts for Model As, and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,300
Posted By whirnot
Re: 1929 Pickup interior

Mafca has a restorers class, that differs from fine point judging. It is for cars that are frequently driven.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-22-2021, 10:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,722
Posted By whirnot
Re: Remove Swirls

Contact a professional paint supplier. They will have different grades of buffing, and polishing compounds and swirl removers
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-11-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,802
Posted By whirnot
Re: Amber light bulb

I painted the bulbs with yellow paint, but I didn't like the look, you can see the yellow bulb. I now use as amber leds
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