Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2024, 12:58 PM
|
Replies: 2
Views: 401
Interior Clock Mirror
A friend has been searching for the Model A ford interior clock mirror. There was a time when the mirror with either the wind up clock with Ford logo or battery operated mirror clock were...
|
Forum: Model-A
03-23-2024, 04:42 PM
|
Replies: 0
Views: 496
Model A Ford Clock Mirror
looking for a Model A Ford Clock Mirror in mint condition . Either old stock from one of the Model A parts suppliers or possibly a NOS . Prefer Ford logo on the clock. Thank you .
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2024, 03:42 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 1,069
Bratton's Antique Auto Parts
Thank you Bratton's Antique Auto Parts for youe outstanding customer service !Debbie is usually the person taking phone orders and she is always patient, courteous and professional. Recently, I had a...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2023, 07:35 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 2,271
Re: Automatic Centrifugal Timing Device
I purchased my 31 coupe around 2010 and it already had the Nu-Rex automatic advance system installed . I didn't have experience with Nu-Rex in the past, so I was a little skeptical ,however, that was...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2023, 10:59 AM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 2,423
Re: Kerosene
Thank you for the advice. Nothing is broke so probably best don't "fix". I will drain very well, refill with 600w, then done . GeneBob, Oldbluoval, Ordsgt, alexiskai, nkaminar, WHN, TerryO, Bighammer...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-05-2023, 11:21 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 2,423
Kerosene
I will be changing the fluid in the differential and transmission soon . After I drain those fluids ,is it safe to flush the differential and transmission with 1-K Heater fuel kerosene before...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2023, 09:54 AM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2023, 08:44 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Tire tubes
Anyone have experience with which supplier has the best quality tire tubes. Your opinions are appreciated . Thank you.
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2023, 11:13 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 1,866
Thank you mike's
On Tuesday January 10.2023 ,I called Mike's Affordable Model A Parts in Georgia for items . While placing my order , it was mentioned they were moving down the street and their computers were down....
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-22-2022, 05:11 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 2,861
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-21-2022, 07:54 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 2,861
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-21-2022, 07:16 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 2,861
Rear axle and grease
Once the rear drum is removed with a puller and the tapered axle is exposed, should that part of the axle be greased along with the axle key prior to re-installing the rear drum ? Thank you for your...
|
Forum: Questions & Suggestions
07-21-2022, 06:56 PM
|
Replies: 1
Views: 1,025
Rear axle and grease
Once the rear drum is removed via a drum puller , should the tapered exposed rear axle be coated with grease including the axle key before re-installing the drum ? Thank you for your advice .
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2022, 09:55 PM
|
Replies: 16
Views: 1,601
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2022, 09:29 AM
|
Replies: 16
Views: 1,601
Re: Front brakes
THANK YOU DAVE, NKAMINAR AND PAUL. GREAT INFO AND APPRECIATE YOUR REPLIES . . . jack
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-16-2022, 10:11 PM
|
Replies: 16
Views: 1,601
Re: Front brakes
THANK YOU JIM , JOE B AND FRANKLIN FOR YOUR REPLY . I APPRECIATE YOUR THOUGHTS . jack
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-16-2022, 07:02 PM
|
Replies: 16
Views: 1,601
Front brakes
The front brakes on my Model A has a "lower clovis set up". As the brakes are applied, the operating pin pushes down, making the clovis pins move horizontally which push the shoes to the drum. I...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2021, 10:20 AM
|
Replies: 11
Views: 1,271
Re: Brake lights
THANKS FOR YOURREPLY ALEXISKAI . II HAS TAKEN ME A FEW MINUTES TO LOG IN.
THANKS FOR THE PHOTO KURSED30. THAT EXPLAINS WHAT YOU HAVE.
THIS LINK IS WHAT I WAS THINKING OF. ...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2021, 08:39 AM
|
Replies: 11
Views: 1,271
Re: Brake lights
What you described might be the "WigWag" stop signal brake light. They were on Studebakers as an option beginning in 1936. I think it was a $5.00 item or $6.00 dealer installed. Patent applied for in...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2020, 02:03 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 3,344
Re: Will turn over but won't start
Thank you all for your suggestions. Come to find out the rotor seems to be the problem along with the old original wire from the lower distributor plate that connects to the upper plate. Now it is...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-22-2020, 07:14 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 3,344
Re: Will turn over but won't start
Thank you all for your suggestions on trouble shooting this starting problem. Will try them all by the end of week and will then give "status update" . Thank you for the help.
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2020, 08:36 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 3,344
Re: Will turn over but won't start
Thank you for your suggestions. Yes, removed coil wire from distributor and place near head and have strong spark. Have 6 volts at red wire on positive terminal (passenger side). With key on,...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2020, 04:32 PM
|
Replies: 25
Views: 3,344
Will turn over but won't start
A friend has a 31 Model A that has spark all the way to the points but the spark stops there. There is no spark leaving from there to the plug connectors ,therfeore ,no spark to spark plugs ! Help...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2019, 11:29 PM
|
Replies: 19
Views: 4,865
Re: Tire Dressing
This method takes a little time and is for black wall tires. First wash the tires thoroughly and allow to dry. Use a small shoe polish applicator brush and apply black shoe polish to half of the...
|
Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2019, 09:16 AM
|
Replies: 30
Views: 4,796
Re: Mikes model A ford parts
MIKES is a great supplier. I have had no issues. If they do not have the complete order, i have received a call and given a choice to ship the partial or wait for order to be completed. Model A...
|