Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2022, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 11,096
Re: Setting points with dwell meter
Dwell isn't magic, and it isn't difficult to understand. The distributor has 360 degrees of rotation for the 4 cylinders of the model A engine. That leaves 90 degrees of rotation for each cylinder....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2022, 11:51 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 10,223
Re: Supercharging a Model A
I tried a turbo on Elvira (28 tudor), that was OEM for a VW Jetta. It gave me about a 20% seat of the pants performance gain. I used a motorcycle slide carb., which ran well right out of the box...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-03-2020, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,592
Re: Garage Hoist
No question, the best tool in the shop. Mine is a 4 post, bought about 30 years ago when they first became popular, and used about twice a week ever since. While both 2 and 4 post both have their...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2020, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 6,032
Re: Spring........and electric blankets on the A
Probably just the heating blanket thrown over the hood would get you down to about 25, but I'd test it on a non freeze night, then measure the temp of the engine in the am. Just like the virus, you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2020, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,285
Re: Does anyone know this generator?
Or, just replace it with a common 12v alternator, and convert everything to 12volts. You may need help accomplishing this if you are not very electrical savy.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2020, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,069
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 5,940
Re: Model A cracked block
If you decide to weld, don't. Instead, TIG silicon braze it. TIG Brazing is much lower temp, and much better chance of success. If that is indeed rust through, and not a crack, then a bolt over...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2020, 02:11 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 11,118
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2020, 10:10 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 4,127
Re: Model A 350/350 Virus
What is so great about keeping a Ford in a Ford? It's just a bunch of metal parts, and absolutely nothing sacred about it. That mentality is just an irrational state of mind. An engine is an...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2020, 07:33 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 4,127
Re: Model A 350/350 Virus
Think of it this way: If someone does the nasty on their original A and puts in a different drive train, or gawd forbid, an overdrive and hydraulic brakes, then your all original car just got that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2020, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,831
Re: 12 V alternator choice
Vince is right on...
I will add that most little Nippon alternators (the ones with a V belt pulley), have enough meat to stick it in a lathe and widen the groove to fit the stock model A belt. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2020, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,831
Re: 12 V alternator choice
I'm thinking whether it is ALICE or SALLY, its got to be a bitch.
Either of those alternators will do the trick, even the small Nippon unit at 55 amps should handle the ACs components (fans and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2020, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,716
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2020, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,272
Re: Toe in adjustment
Well, that's certainly a novel thought, but totally wrong. King pin inclination only comes into consideration when turning. When going straight down the road, the king pin could be welded solid,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2020, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,272
Re: Toe in adjustment
People make a big deal out of toe in, it's not. Toe in is to take up any sloop in the front suspension, by letting the rolling wheels/tires, as they try to roll toward each other, keep all slack in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-30-2020, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 8,001
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2020, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,041
Re: Clutch stuck
You won't be able to push that clutch peddle by hand! Either rig up a lever for more force, or get your #12 shoe on it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2020, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,950
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2019, 08:36 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,794
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-25-2019, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,620
Re: Pressurize a cooling system
Not necessarily so, on my V6 powered ccpu I have run an open cooling system for several years without even a hint of overheating, and never needs water added either. (It runs an aftermarket beehive...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2019, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,686
Re: The Old Opportunity Motor
How about turning some adaptors to replace the babbit, adaptors are clam shells that go between the block and some insert bearings. It will become the goto fix, and you will get rich. Your wildest...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2019, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,137
Re: Making an A axle steer easier
With the weight off of the wheels, you are only going to feel resistance from the steering components, and not the tire scrub resistance. (Note that this won't tell you much about the kingpin thrust...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2019, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,570
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2019, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 58
Views: 13,719
Re: Cracked Block
Don't tell the new car manufacturers this, they will have to stop using all those plastic parts in newer engines.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2019, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,137
Re: Making an A axle steer easier
First off, you have done a beautiful job on your creation. I appreciate your creativity.
Steer easier? Lub the crap out of it, test with the weight removed from the wheels to find out if the...
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