Go Back   The Ford Barn > Search Forums

Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)

Showing results 1 to 25 of 500
Search took 0.04 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Jacksonlll
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-07-2022, 07:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,028
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Installing Lebanon Bonney ‘28 roadster top

You do need those instructions. I don't think I have my old ones. You will need stainless steel staples so there's no rust, and a powerful staple gun. There is a good Synders youtube video of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2022, 07:57 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,138
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: My first post here & just wanted to Say Hi!

You are about to have a lot of fun with that car. Get it running and safe, and drive it. The cosmetics can come later. You will get a lot of help from a lot of people. join a local club if you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-07-2022, 06:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,928
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Starter

Sure. Take it out and see what is happening. Easy fix.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-04-2022, 07:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,797
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Bad Case of the White Smoke

The coolant should find it's way into your oil pan. Should show high on the stick. Keep an eye on it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-21-2021, 06:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,506
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Dead Starter

Put it in third gear and push the car backwards. If it won't go back, push harder.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2021, 06:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,633
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: overheated motor won't start now

The rubbing block on the points is probably melted. Easy to check.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-16-2021, 10:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,733
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Changing coolant for the winter

If you know an older model a owner who always ran just water in the summer, make sure they get protected from freezing up. Some people just don’t feel like going out into the garage and have a lot of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-09-2021, 09:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,999
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Seized Engine

Put the car in third and push it backwards until you hear a loud pop and it should be ok.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,036
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Ticking noise

Here is a video of one of our tours down into the Amish country in Ohio. One of our members had a manifold leak and this will show you how one sounds. The video is long, but the noise is shown fairly...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2021, 05:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,036
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Ticking noise

Sure sounds like you need a new exhaust manifold gasket.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-30-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,174
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Engine sputters and dies when at high rpms and under load

Check the end of the fuel line. If it extends too far past the ferrule, it can hit the screen and restrict flow.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-30-2021, 05:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,928
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Clutch pedal play was 1", now it's 2 1/2". What happened?

Your clutch lever arm probably failed. It's common. Take a peek under.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-28-2021, 05:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,530
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Stuck gas gauge bezel stuck

Use the flat stamped steel tool. Stay with it. It will come off.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-27-2021, 05:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,314
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Radiator Rodding Out

Let us know how you make out. Most of us have or had this problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2021, 02:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,314
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Radiator Rodding Out

Tough job. You might find a shop that would do it. The problem with the A radiator is that a lot more wants to come apart when you are taking the top tank off.
If you still want to try it yourself,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2021, 05:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: overheating

Next time you get it warm, take the cap off and lug it in third gear. If you see bubbles, it is your head gasket or worse. Good luck.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-14-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,079
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Wobbling Aluminum fan blade

Your tapers don’t match. Tightening the nut does nothing. Get a new fan that fits tightly on the shaft and matches the shaft taper. Don’t run you fan belt tight. As loose as possible that will still...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-09-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,609
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Starting Issue - Need Ideas!

Drive a nail into the crimp between the wires of the cable and the negative battery connector. Corrosion can get in there and fool you. Either crimp it a lot more or use the nail trick.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-08-2021, 06:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,941
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Steering Gear Box

My opinion: Big job because you have to put in a new worm gear along with a new sector. The wear is on the worm, on center and you can't adjust it out. Good luck.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-03-2021, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,782
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Rear spring and shackle bushing

A tiny piece of shim stock. You just want to keep it from rotating.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-23-2021, 05:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,777
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: "It ran well when I parked it!"

Take it on longer and longer trips and your confidence will build to the point that you are ready to drive it to Chicago. Just an old saying. Have fun.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-19-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 915
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: 29 coup rad

Sounds like your shell is being held high by something. The radiator fill collar, where the cap goes on, should stick up, well above the shell surface. Good luck.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-12-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,287
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Pressurized Radiator

You are just asking for trouble. With a free flowing radiator, you won’t hav a cooling issue.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2021, 05:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 777
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Coolant level

You should not have to add coolant very often. If it keeps going away, you have a problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2021, 05:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,745
Posted By Jacksonlll
Re: Over Heating

90% of cooling problems are caused by a plugged radiator. 90 % is just my number.
Don’t fight all the band aids. Buy a new core and enjoy your car.
Showing results 1 to 25 of 500

 
Forum Jump
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:44 PM.