Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2023, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
Re: Wheel Bearings
When I removed the backing plate, the bolts were installed with the heads on the back side of the backing plate. The nuts were inside the grease baffle. I reassembled the backing plate in the same...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2023, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
Wheel Bearings
In rebuilding my front end, I installed new wheel bearings. I drove out the old races from the drums and reinstalled new ones. When I went to install the drums, it seems the the drum is rubbing on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2023, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,156
Re: Favor Parts Supplier
I ended up buying parts from Bert's. I bought kingpins, kingpin bushings and wheel bearings. All the parts look good.
Now comes the problem. I drove out the old bearing races from the first drum...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2023, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,156
Re: Favor Parts Supplier
Steve, thanks for the reply. I checked Bert's and they have the parts I need in stock. I'm going to try them!!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2023, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,156
Favor Parts Supplier
What is your favorite new parts supplier? I've used Macs, Ecklers and Mikes. I am looking for parts to rebuild my front axle. Spindle Bushings, king pins, wheel bearings, etc. Where would you buy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2023, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,779
Re: Rebuilding front end
Thanks for the information! I'll let you know how it turned out. Youtube videos also mentioned the locking pins and king pins were difficult to remove. I have a torch and a big hammer! Just kidding....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2023, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,779
Rebuilding front end
Im ordering parts to rebuild the sloppy steering of my 1930 Ford Tudor. It seems most of the slop or play is between the axle and the spindle. I'm ordering wheel bearings, spindle bushings and some...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2022, 06:17 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2022, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2022, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Re: Water pump/ carb
Speaking of radiators, the one in my A is a EUREAKA. I never heard of it. Anyone know anything about that brand?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2022, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Re: Water pump/ carb
THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE RESOLVED! Ken B from the Ford barn offered to come over and take a look at things. He lives about 40 miles from me. He adjusted the timing that he said...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2022, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Re: Water pump/ carb
So, I started up the Model A and let it warm up a bit. It got up to 214 degrees and started to boil over with the cap removed. Then it started to backfire out of the carb. Flashes coming out of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2022, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-23-2022, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Re: Water pump/ carb
Thats why I was asking about buying a used carb. I'm not afraid of tearing onto anything!
I made that mistake and bought a "Carb off a good running car" from eBay. That was a big piece of crap!...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-23-2022, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Re: Water pump/ carb
I seem to be dealing with 3 different unrelated issues!
The overheating issue is it boils over after running a while. The water pump leaks at the seal. I tried replacing the rope seal with not good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2022, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2022, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,158
Water pump/ carb
Question one:
I'm having overheating issues. I've been searching for a new water pump, the new seal design that says " no leak" type. The current one leaks severely. They're pretty hard to find....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2022, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,326
Re: Generator Output
The generator problem is fixed thanks to the help from you folks. The output is about 8 amps. The voltage is 7+volts. With a little force I was able to move the 3rd brush. I took the cutout off and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2022, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,495
Re: Backfiring
The armored cable! I had a nick in the cable between the firewall and the dash. Something that wasn't normally visible.I was having problems of the car running, not running, running. You get the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2022, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,326
Re: Generator Output
Thanks for the response. As far as the third brush is concerned, I tried to slide it with my finger but it seems stuck. In looking at some videos it appears that the brush should move rather easily....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2022, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,326
Generator Output
I'm not sure that I have a problem. I've done a lot of reading on this site and some testing and the more i read the more confused I get.
So, here's whats happening.
The starter is turning rather...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2022, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,287
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2022, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 996
Measuring water temp
What location do you guys measure water temperature? I have an infrared thermometer. What's the best place to get a good reading and what should it be reading?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2022, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,287
Radiator leak
Seems I have this issue and need clarification. The radiator leaks fluid out near the bottom hose. If I take the cap off and look inside, there is a small (1/4") tube right in the center of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2022, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 877
Re: Electrical problems
Thanks SAJ. I knew when I saw the sparks there had to be something simple. I never would have thought that the shielded cable would have been damaged!
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