Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2022, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 11,362
Re: New Focused-Beam LED Headlights
I too, installed the LED Focused Beam LED Headlights, Run Lights, and Brake Lights prior to driving to Texas in June. The headlights draw 1.3 amps each and the tail and brake lights with brakes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2022, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,394
Wheel failure on Interstate
While driving up the interstate yesterday, I was fortunate enough to have an observant and concerned motorist get my attention and communicate to me to pull over and check my rear wheel. Just as I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2022, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Re: MAFCA National- Who is coming?
Yes, absolutely attending. I'm fortunate to have 2 cars that I feel can make the trip from Northern California. Looking forward to whatever weather is thrown at us......... when I drove to Dallas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2022, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,220
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2021, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 7,344
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2021, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 6,848
Re: Cross country in a Model A preview
If you've never driven across the Mojave in the middle of a summer heat wave, you may be in for a big surprise. Be prepared to carry 3 gallons of water and start early....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2019, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 59
Views: 8,464
Re: Model A prices...going which way?
I feel that prices are generally lower driven by soft demand. Most Model A owners that hold membership in local clubs have multiple cars and if they decide to down-size are happy to sell to someone...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-23-2019, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,467
Re: How Far In One Day?
From my house to Ely Nevada is 420 miles and I have made the drive twice. I couldn't imagine driving any further. That said, I have always answered mileage inquiries by saying "300 miles in a Model...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-17-2018, 11:26 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,762
Re: The passing of Ron Rude
Ron was always my first stop at the Turlock Swap Meet every January. He was proud of the fact that he had space 1 in Building 1 and always had Model A parts for sale along with his welcoming...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-19-2018, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,023
Re: Wolf Whistle
…..well, I can only tell you that I have 10's of thousands of miles on my Roadster that has always had a wolf whistle on it and true, I rebuilt my engine last year but, I doubt that engaging the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2018, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 127
Views: 25,313
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2018, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 127
Views: 25,313
Re: Model A cross-country migration
Sounds somewhat similar to how I got my second Model A home except I only had to drive 1100 miles. From my experience I'd recommend the following to someone without any Model A experience:
1. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2018, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,628
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-26-2018, 01:14 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 9,105
Re: MAFCA renewal
I can certainly understand your frustration with not having a local club nearby that offers like-minded Model A enthusiasts with an active membership and activity calendar. That said, I would be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2018, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 7,111
Re: New guy! Many questions
Congratulations on your purchase. Based on the few photos, I would believe you got a good price on a desirable Fordor or Town Sedan model and assuming that it runs as good as it looks. Like most of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2018, 05:52 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,090
Re: Too much weight?
If you got a scary death wobble (even just the one time) , needless to say, something is not set up properly and it is doubtful that having more people in the car had anything to do with it. Your...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2018, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,671
Re: Engine hoist in East Bay Area, CA
I rented a tow behind lift from my local ACE Hardware store that had a yard of rentable tools and machines. I had it back to the store within 3 hours having lifted my engine from the back of my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2018, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,327
Re: Crank start
I think most would agree that crank starting the Model A really adds to its charm and nostalgia but when my starter gave out in Yellowstone a few years ago and I realized that I had not hand cranked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2018, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,738
Re: Model A's coming thru owens valley 395 ??
The MAFCA convention in Sparks runs from June 24th through June 29th. I would be looking for Model A's 2-3 days on either side of these dates as the highway 395 corridor should have a lot of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2018, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,038
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2018, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,461
Re: Mafca form meet
I know Bill Cilker by site and that the guys from NZ talk funny so I'll stop by and say hello. It would probably be good International Relations too, to offer a Fosters to the guys from down-under. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2018, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,735
Re: Wind Wing Tension Washer
I have never used them on my roadster and have never had a wind wing screw back-out so have felt no need to try them. Not sure if you are trying to solve a problem of having your wind wing become...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2018, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,328
Re: Air pressure for 550x19R tires?
Another advantage of running the Excelsior Stahl sport radial tire is that they are rated to 44PSI. If I am driving a long day at 50 mph on paved roads I'll inflate the tires to +40PSI. WOW, you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2018, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,487
Re: Burning wiring harness
My short was at the horn. Thankfully, there was no fire as the car was parked in the attached garage. Replaced all my wiring and have had a fuse ever since. I too, had my car for over 20 years at...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2018, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,002
Re: Rattle Can Straw
I also took the painted portion of the '31 upper radiator shell into an automotive paint store and had them match it up into a can of spray paint. Took about 10 minutes and as far as I was...
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