Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2012, 03:53 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2012, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,801
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2012, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,423
Re: rebuilding '30 tudor
I got the windows out just now. I found that taking the top window channel out (two small wood screws) and the two wood screws that hold the top of the side channels out, I could then pull the window...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2012, 04:51 AM
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Replies: 41
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Re: American pickers Model A question
I would buy a car like that every day for $5000.00 If nothing else, it could be parted out for more than that. I also have a hard time watching the show. Those two guys are just a little too over the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2012, 04:42 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,423
Re: rebuilding '30 tudor
Purdy, thank you very much! I already have the panel out and you are right. They were a real pain to get the screws out. I had good luck using PB blaster and a hand impact tool. As soon as the sun...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2012, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 13,037
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2012, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,423
rebuilding '30 tudor
Started to dismantle my brand new project today.(see avatar) Didn't know quite where to start but the previous owner had started to take the rear side window regulators out so I decided to finish...
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Forum: Model-A
02-20-2012, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: 29 AA truck, great marketing tool
Went to Craig's last Sat. and bought his '30 tudor. Saw this truck and feel that it needs to be seen to be appreciated. Craig said he couldn't post pictures here so I told him I would. This truck has...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-17-2012, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,203
Re: Bratton's 2012 catalog
I've restored a 31 AA truck using Brattons almost exclusively. Never a problem getting parts on time and in good condition. The people you talk to on the phone are all very helpful and actually...
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Forum: Model-A
02-16-2012, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,148
Re: 1930 ford 2 door sedan
It seems that this is two different cars. The shot of the right side engine compartment shows a stock distributor and the shot of the left side shows a modern distributor. Am I missing something?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2011, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,957
Re: Door Handles
Having been a toolmaker for almost 40 years, I can tell you that not all stainless is non-magnetic. The higher the quality of stainless the less magnetic it is. The nickel content is the determining...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2011, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,144
Re: Electrolytic rust removal of door parts
The carbon rods that I got are called "Plain Gouging Carbons" 5/8"/15.87mm
P/N PGC-58-5. I think they were on the same page as the copper clad rods in the catalog. My son has my catalog right now...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2011, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,144
Re: Electrolytic rust removal of door parts
I saw the "line of site" warning on a web site on eletrolitic rust removal. Since then I have bought carbon rods from Grainger's and found that the line of site thing does not apply. I was using...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2011, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,144
Re: Electrolytic rust removal of door parts
I have used electrolitic rust removal for the whole door plus all the parts using a 150 gallon stock tank and a whole box of washing soda. It takes all the rust off plus all the paint and any sound...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2011, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 31,820
Re: New Website
I just bookmarked your site and await more information with great anticipation.Thank you for your efforts!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2011, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,529
Re: Oh Lordy what now!
I'll second the motion. This is the best informational site that I've found. Thanks to all for the help.
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