Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2019, 10:14 AM
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Columbus Indiana RegionMARC/MAFCA SWAP MEET
The 28th annual Columbus Indiana Region of MARC/MAFCA will hold their swap meet on Sunday, April 28th 2019 at the Bartholomew County Fair Grounds on St. Rd. 11 and 200 south. Doors open at 7:00am to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2019, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2019, 10:50 AM
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Views: 1,204
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2018, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 217
Views: 41,775
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2018, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,986
Re: Jerky Runner
Fred, You might try putting oil in the accelerator bracket in the back of the motor. There are two holes for oiling this bracket. This might free up the bracket and make your acceleration smoother.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2018, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 4
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Re: Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd Part IIA
That sounds like a good solution. My mechanic put a U shaped piece of medal that has been tapped and threaded to fit the top of the accelerator and at the top he put about a two inch roller for the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2018, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 4
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Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd Part IIA
A few months ago I posted a thread with the above title. I got several replys and I thank each one that took the time to try to help me. I thought daveymc29 was off base but he was close to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2017, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,401
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2017, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,401
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2017, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,079
Re: Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd gear
Thank you Tom Wesenberg, Larrys40,Jackson, and Dollar Bill and others for your suggestions. I have good spark from the coil. The car is in good touring condition. This spring I had the main and rod...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2017, 06:21 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,079
Re: Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd gear
Perhaps I can be more clear on describing my problem
1.The car just started acting up about two weeks ago. Up until then 1st and 2nd gears allowed the car to move very smoothly.
2. I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2017, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,079
Re: Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd gear
Thank you fellows for the above comments. The motor is running fine, my problem is not a lack of fuel,I have a good fuel flow. The motor is reving properly but the car just jerks in the two lower...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2017, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 38
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Jumps and jerks in 1st and 2nd gear
Good Morning Everyone, My 29 roadster jumps and jerks when I start off in 1st and 2nd gear. In first it is smooth up to 5 mph, and in second it is smooth up to about 10 mph. In 3rd gear it is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2017, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 344
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2016, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,094
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2016, 04:47 PM
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Columbus, Indiana Region MARC/MAFCA Swap Meet
The Columbus, Indiana region of MARC/MAFCA will host their 53rd annual swap meet on Sunday, April 24, 2016. The meet will be held at the Bartholomew County fairgrounds located at State Road 11 and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-20-2015, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 160
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2015, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,120
Re: 1928 -29 roadster windshield frame. PROBLEM
I had this problem with my 29 roadster many years ago and Snyders suggested I use the lower windshield gasket for the Model T which is a little wider. I don't drive at your speeds, but this has...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-11-2015, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 12
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Re: Swollen pot metal venturi's
Jeff/Illinois, In his pamphlet "The Model A Ford Carburetors", Paul Molter suggests heating the carb in an oven at 350-400 degrees for thirty minutes then wrap the carb in paper and place in a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-10-2015, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 24
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Re: Aargh! Spiders!
In southern Indiana, people use Osage orange fruit also known as hedge apples placed around areas where spiders reside to get rid of them. Those who use them say that they really work. Of course...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2015, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Vacuum switch for Columbia Rear End
Thanks Bob C. that article was really helpful by listing sources for parts. Also thanks to Castlenut who had a vacuum switch just like what we needed and he is willing to sell it. I really...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2015, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 2
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Vacuum switch for Columbia Rear End
My brother-in-law has a Columbia overdrive in his 29 Ford roadster. He uses a vacuum switch from a 1948-49 Chevrolet ton and a half truck two speed switch to activate the overdrive. He is in need...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2015, 12:33 PM
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Colombus, Indiana Region of MARC Swap Meet
The Columbus, Indiana Region of MARC will hold its 52 annual Model A Swap meet on Sunday, April 26,2015. The meet will be held on the Bartholomew County Fair grounds located on State Road 11 and W...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-11-2014, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 11
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Unusual spare tire carrier
At the French Lick MARC meet this year, there was a coupe with a spare tire mounted under the rear of the car. Does anyone have any information on this carrier. Was it an available aftermarket...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2014, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,206
Re: Frech Lick
I plan to drive the entire 76 miles from my home south of Indianapolis in one day and arrive by noon Monday. It's great to have a meet so close to home. Hope all attending get to enjoy some...
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