Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2019, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,733
Re: Overheating Problems
Has anyone used a NAPA combustion gas detector to check for leaking head gasket? Do I plug the overflow tube??
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2019, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,139
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Forum: Early V8
10-05-2017, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 786
1939 CT License Plate
Looking for Connecticut Plate 1939 - I-111
I know it's a long shot - A friend has had this tag number in the family since his grandfather bought a new ford in 1939.
Tom Mazz/CT
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-07-2015, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,664
Re: Driveability - A vs Early V8
I drive a 30 CCPU with an original 40 HP drive train except for hydraulic brakes. The pickup is fine around town and secondary roads by I don't like it above 45mph. I also have a 34 Five Window...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2015, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,095
Re: slow starter when warm
JD,
I had a similar problem with my V8 cranking slow when hot - search my previous thread "Will a starter heatshield help"
Tom
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2015, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,078
Re: Never Seeze
Never Seize is used as a thread lubricant. It is commonly used in high temp applications such as jet engine assembly.
An excellent choice for exhaust manifold studs & nuts. I also like it on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2014, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 11,100
Re: Mounting Tires
How about removing fairly new tires from a painted rim without messing up the paint job ??? I have a 5 year old tire that developed a slow tube leak leak. What is a good method to remove the tube...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-04-2014, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 9,166
Re: Need holley 94 help
John,
I had a very similar problem. My engine seemed to idle fine but would not accelerate, stumble, popping etc. I was thinking it was not getting enough fuel but it was actually getting too...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-02-2014, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,380
Re: Will a Starter Heatshield Help?
I feel confident that the starter is in good shape - The engine when hot takes more current than when cold -- I re-read the last post from Vic Piano and he says that he hasn't seen a slow cranking...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-02-2014, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,380
Re: Will a Starter Heatshield Help - update
First off - Thanks everyone for the input. This is what I did yesterday.
Pulled the starter to re-inspect. Brushes and springs had been previously replaced and looked good. Bushing in end cap...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-30-2014, 09:20 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,380
Re: Will a Starter Heatshield Help?
I have stock exhaust manifolds that are about 3" from the starter and my exhaust is fabricated from stock pipes that runs parallel to the starter with about about 1 1/4" clearance. All electrical...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-30-2014, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,380
Will a Starter Heatshield Help?
My 59AB engine is slower to crank when hot. I have heavy battery cables, new battery (6 volt), generator is working fine, timing is set properly, water temp is good. It appears that the engine is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2014, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,324
Re: Charging rate
Tom,
I am running standard light bulbs (6V). I do not have the internal EVR as the 3rd brush is installed. I do not know if I have a regulator inside the cutout.
I just started the car and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2014, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,324
Re: Charging rate
The amp output on my generator is very low - about 1 amp. Moving the 3rd brush doesn't seem to have any effect. Is this because I might have an aftermarket voltage regulator built inside the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-10-2014, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,143
Re: 34 Coupe Turning Radius?
Found it listed in the 1933 Ford Restorers Guide - Should be the same for the 34:
Turning Circle - Right 41 ft 5 inches
Left 39 ft 4 inches
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-09-2014, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,143
34 Coupe Turning Radius?
I have been trying to find a spec for the turning radius on my 34. I seem to remember seeing a 41 ft diameter (20.5 ft radius) but can't locate it. My Model A is 37 ft diameter (17 ft radius). ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-10-2013, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 385
Views: 89,824
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-27-2012, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,531
Re: 31 pickup rear window
Try using a pair of forceps (spelling?) that a surgeon uses - They are like mini vise grips - I think that is what I used for the rear window install on my 30 CCPU.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2012, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,659
Restricted Exhaust
I think that I finally figured out why my engine would start OK and idle OK but would not accelerate. A vacuum gage indicates a plugged exhaust as it rapidly drops off with any opening of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2012, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 6,210
Re: 33/ 34 front fenders the same ?
I just recently spent a good deal of time fitting the grill & hood on a 34 coupe. I found that the inner fender panels can move a bit due to oversize holes (fore and aft as well as up and down). The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2010, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 6,829
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2010, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,110
Re: Pick up running boards
Not sure how particular you are with the powder color matching the front and rear fenders. I never realized that there are many "shades" of black. I just assumed that black was all the same until I...
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