Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 01:07 PM
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Re: Vulcan 1 cylinder head
Definitely looks "inspired by" the Winfield heads, down to the plug location and (eyeballing it) being threaded for 14mm plugs.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2024, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 73
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Re: Value of an Un-Restored Model A Engine
I'm helping to disperse the collection of a friend who passed away recently. He has at least four multi-disc clutch stacks we're looking to sell. Also a wide array of 28/29 body components, shift...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2024, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 21
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Re: Model B engine advantages?
The availability of the Burtz engine has almost killed the market for used engine blocks. Everyone's standards got a lot higher in a short period of time, particularly in overseas regions where used...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2024, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,228
Re: Cash Value/Sale History of Red Grow's "Betsy"?
You owe tax on the fair market value. You can have the car appraised, or you can document sales of other "similar" cars. As long as your stated value doesn't raise any red flags and if you can show...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2024, 02:08 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2024, 02:06 PM
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Re: Why a fabric roof?
Difficulty fabricating a steel roof that would meet the requirements (cost, shape,reliability, noise, etc).
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2024, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 22
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Re: Klein Tools
The trick is holding the clamp stationary. If you can get it into position, zero it, and then turn the load on without moving it, the reading is accurate in my experience. If you’re just snapping it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2024, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 920
Re: Klein Tools
For a few dollars more you could get a Kaiweets HT208D, which has more features, such as indirect DC amperage, and higher current tolerance.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2024, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 479
Re: Distributor spark plug connectors
I would use the Snyder's bronze set (or anyone else's bronze set):
https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/product.htm?pid=976368
The OEM connectors were bronze, not brass. Bronze is a little...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 788
Re: Frame Spreader
Dave Delmue says he'll probably do a run of them sometime this year. Otherwise you're out of luck unless you can find one for sale used, borrow, or fabricate.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 10
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Re: ID this pulley?
There's a version of the two-piece pulley where the pulley threads onto the keyed part using LHT, is that what you're seeing?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2024, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Holley 81 v8 60 carbs
The Holley 92 Venturi size is 0.875 and it flows 142 CFM. The stock jets are .043. For power valves I've heard 7.5 as stock, but also folks have mentioned using 6.5, 5.5, and 4.5. This is all...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2024, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 14
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2024, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 500
Re: horn wiring. '31
Worth noting, if anyone is reading this and trying to troubleshoot low voltage at the horn: to diagnose which segment of the wiring has high resistance, you must do your voltmeter check or relay test...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2024, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: horn wiring. '31
It does not matter because – and I hope I get this explanation right – the horn motor is a commutated series-wound motor. Each wire enters one side of the motor, winds around one half of the stator,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2024, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 49
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2024, 09:13 AM
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Re: modelabasics website
From what I can gather, that site is managed by the Hoosier A Ford Club, in Indiana. They're a MARC-affiliated club, so you could try the address for their club president posted on the MARC site...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 855
Re: Best Electric Fuel Pump?
Re: regulator, take a look at the Malpassi Filter King. On the expensive side, but excellent reputation. Officially sold only in Europe but commonly available via eBay. Replaces the stock fuel...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2024, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,867
Re: Do rivet nuts work?
If you're going to solve the problem by threading the bolts into the bars, you are going to need some way to prevent the joint from loosening under vibration. I suggest a locknut. A nyloc nut might...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2024, 01:49 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2024, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 728
Re: Tdc
It slows down the water pump, which can sometimes help alleviate radiator overflow if you don't want to pay to fix/replace the radiator.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2024, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,204
Re: pulling engine?
I did a video on pulling the engine and transmission together. The car in the video is a '30, but I explain where the procedure is different on a '29.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxyb03csuw4
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2024, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 3,610
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2024, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 2,639
Re: distributor drop in problem
I’ve used these to retrieve items from tight spaces, might work here. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240118/1a1c7d66b41b26682db520eb1447135b.jpg
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2024, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 2,639
Re: distributor drop in problem
You may have checked this already, but the distributor shaft must be rotated in such a way that the tab on the upper shaft lines up with the slot in the lower shaft. If you turn the cam while...
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