Forum: Model-A
05-14-2023, 04:12 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2023, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,983
Re: New gas valve replacement...
I just replaced a shut off valve yesterday that had been on the car for 2 years and not had 5 gallons of gas through it. Took it apart to find an "O" ring was the sealing method. Not well built....
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Forum: Model-A
04-16-2023, 04:26 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 685
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2023, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 611
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2023, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 597
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2023, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 454
Deluxe top measurements 30 Roadster
I'm new to this car. Trying to install top bows on Deluxe top roadster and need measurements. What is the distance at the top between stanchions. Need this to get front header bow in the correct...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-22-2022, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,940
Re: door stuck shut
OK. I have been able to adjust the door --- mostly. It still sticks. I have noted that I need shims for the striker. It seems that the latch may be what is sticking. I bought an aftermarket latch....
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-15-2022, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,940
Re: door stuck shut
Thanks for the assist. I could reach the latch from inside the car. Small taps on the wheel broke it loose and door opened. My lucky day!!
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-15-2022, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,940
door stuck shut
While replacing door latch on the drivers door on a Victoria and adjusting mechanism on the body, the door is now stuck shut. Any suggestion?
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-15-2022, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,560
Re: steering gear box removal
I did have to remove exhaust manifold because there was no other way. Fortunately it had been off before I got the car and all the bolts came off without problems. The only issue with reassembly was...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-30-2022, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,560
Re: steering gear box removal
All sounds pretty much straight forward. I currently have everything disconnected but it looks like I would have to remove the exhaust manifold. Waiting for help to arrive at this point and will...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-27-2022, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,560
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-01-2022, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-30-2022, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
Re: 1956 Victoria overdrive
Just picked up a T85C -1A with R11 OD and I believe 2 T86 w/ R10 OD. Will be checking for length and shaft diameters. Should be interesting!
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-25-2022, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,702
Re: 56 Steering box
I have already adjusted the steering box per shop manual. Apparently the car is an early '56. The top looks like the left picture.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-25-2022, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,702
56 Steering box
Just figured out that the box in my car has a problem; dead spot near the center. Already replaced tie rods and rebuilt drag link. My concern is for safety. Just got the car and it now drives great...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-11-2022, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-05-2022, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-02-2022, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-01-2022, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
Re: 1956 Victoria overdrive
I am thinking about going with at least a period correct transmission. Just curious what I currently have. It is marked AB-1222-B or 1 or B1. also marked A89 in another spot.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-01-2022, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-31-2022, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,799
1956 Victoria overdrive
Just bought a 56 that was built with an overdrive transmission but is no longer part of the car. Looking to find out what overdrive transmission I need. :)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2021, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 819
order of assembly
I am building a '30 Roadster from the ground up. Is there a guide to correct of of assembly? I am sure I can put it together but I would prefer to do it 1 time vs multiple sections multiple times...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-27-2020, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,811
Re: thermostat
The ones that were in it are the barrel type. I'm guessing that I need them?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-26-2020, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,811
thermostat
Working on a stock '35 Flathead. Sent leaking water pumps out to be rebuilt. Planning to replace radiator hoses and thermostats. The thermostats I've seen so for that match what CAME OUT OF THE CAR ...
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