Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2020, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,305
Re: What is this on my Model A firewall?
The "Bermuda Bell" was a correct period accessory around 1899 to 1905 in the Locomobile steamer car and other makes at that time. Their sound was a Ding, Dong! They usually were mounted to the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-18-2020, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 755
Re: '41 won't crank when hot
Ditto. A fresh starter always makes a big difference. The larger gauged 6 volt battery cables are necessary too.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2020, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,310
Re: Worn rear axle threads
On a tapered shaft, never back off the castle nut to the last cotter pin hole. Always tighten to the next cotter pin hole.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-17-2020, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,958
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2020, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,059
Re: Car jumps out of gear
I once had a problem with my 1929 A transmission slipping out of high gear while coasting against compression. Turned out the needle bearing I had used between the input shaft and out put shaft was...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-03-2020, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 842
Re: Eckler Hack?
Email received today from Eckler's:
Valued Eckler’s Customer,
We sincerely apologize for the order confirmation that you’ve received below. Unfortunately it was due to a system error and there...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-02-2020, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 842
Re: Eckler Hack?
Yesterday I also received confirmation on 4 orders for parts that I made about 4 years ago and the parts orders were completed. I am calling Eckler's on Monday morning to get these orders cancelled.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2020, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 691
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2020, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 691
Re: 1936 PU original colors, purple and yellow?
Wow! 1936 Demonstrators? I had never even thought of that. Above the belt line our 1936 pickup was painted the purplish blue. Below the belt line it was yellow. The fenders were blue. It would...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-31-2020, 10:53 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 691
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-31-2020, 10:50 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 691
1936 PU original colors, purple and yellow?
I am restoring our 1936 Ford pickup and the original purple like blue and the yellow paint is still showing under the hood on the cowl. What company used these colors for their trucks in 1936? ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2020, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,222
Re: Shifter spring compressor
For years I have been using a valve spring compressor meant for overhead valves. It is tedious work but I have always prevailed getting the shifter spring and it's keeper back in.
Sound like from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2020, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 74
Views: 19,824
Re: Dumbest Reproduction Parts
From Rick's in 1969, I purchased four new outer bumper clamps. They were pretty chrome and with their blue enamel paint already on them, they really looked nice. I proudly installed them onto our...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2020, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 916
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2020, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 7,908
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2020, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 394
Re: Bumper Brackets
Yep, looks like the ones on our '36 Ford pick up. The cars were about the same.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2020, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,466
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2020, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,007
Re: Les Schwab powder coating
I had five 16" Ford wire wheels done by Les Schwab about 4 months ago out of their Sedro-Woolley, WA store. $35 total for blasting and powder coating. I am elated. Only down side is after...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2020, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 661
Re: Rear spring eye
The spring shackle bushing has to be a tight fit in the spring eye for it to wear properly. If your spring is still safe to use, build up the bushing with a little solder for a tighter spring eye...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2020, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 665
Re: Radiator comb
The plastic comb would do less damage to the copper cooling fins than would a metal comb. I use the plastic cooling fin comb. I haven't tried a metal one.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2020, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 729
Re: Wind Wing Glass - Closed Car
Hi Joop, Yep, I also have 4 closed Model A Fords. I too was also referring to the closed cars. Attached is our 1929 Model A Ford that also has the same type of wind wings. They make a big...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2020, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 878
Re: Steering turn from center
The steering arm on the front spindle could be bent. It would be the easiest one to bend to correct the unequaled steering problem. A little heat, a little tweak and you are done.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2020, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 729
Re: Wind Wing Glass - Closed Car
Once the glass is captured between the wind wing brackets, there is no way for it to fall out. I have had mind on my '29 Tudor for 52 years now with out any problems. I wouldn't leave home without...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2020, 11:18 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 711
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2020, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,038
Re: Soldering and Nickel Plating
I have been this route. My plater "Specialized Plating" in Mt. Vernon, WA will not plate over lead solder repairs. He will plate over Silver solder repairs, and about any other metal. He does...
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