Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2021, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,719
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2020, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,747
Re: Windshield Rattles
I had an annoying rattle thought it was coming from the top, tightened the 2 screw that hold the frame to body and now nothing.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-05-2020, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,725
Re: Knock on Model A's door
I had a similar problem. 2 years to track it down. The 2 screws holding the front windscreen to the body were loose and periodically loosen again.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2020, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,876
Re: Radiator Wire Figure "ART". Tutorial
Use Telecom wire, its plastic coated, make a staple, poke it through and 4 twists tight will hold it in a few places. It does vibrate and will cut the Radiator or rattle apart a dud solder.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2020, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,876
Re: Radiator Wire Figure "ART". Tutorial
I been doing it now for couple of years, done some 20 for members NIMAFC and couple each for my G/kids, I try to get the essence of each one I do with some era involved. Above method is about right,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2020, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,062
Re: Vapor Lock
I added wooden clip on peg, no more problems although I also found more head in the fuel tank helps.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-11-2020, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,305
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-24-2019, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,660
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2019, 02:15 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,872
Re: luggage rack extention
I had brackets that looked like that 6mm plate, I bent it real good. I replaced it with 10mm, Sturdy as now.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2019, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2019, 10:21 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,341
Re: Clutch pedal
I had the wrong ones previously fitted and didn't work well, changed it and no more problems with it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2019, 01:53 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,412
Re: Where to put Tools for the Tudor
I found myself an ammunition box and it fits perfectly between the front bumper irons, level with the top of the bumper. Just shortened the crank handle a tad. Its lockable and very handy there, even...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2018, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,595
Re: Model A Roadster/Pheaton Security
No. No link, just a hellava noise with a time out. I do have a lockable trunk and I installed an old lockable ammo box between the guards hard behind the bumper, chopped a little off the crank handle...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2018, 02:20 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,595
Re: Model A Roadster/Pheaton Security
I bought a cheap 6volt intruder alarm with remote. Installed it under the fuel tank on the side so wouldn't go off with walkers by. Wired it straight to the battery as the body is plastic. picks up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2018, 01:29 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,783
Re: Strange Engine Noise
I had a rattle at powering down, almost bell type. Turns out it is a loose baffle in the exhaust muffler. I aint pulling it apart yet, just live with it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2017, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,307
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2017, 01:33 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,404
Re: Rattles
My 28 Phaeton turned out to be the drive tube clonking the curtain box under the floor???
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2017, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 8,004
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2017, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 344
Views: 65,205
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2016, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 7,098
Re: Garmin GPS in Model A
The male plug adapts the voltage from 12v to 6v to deliver 51/2 v for the unit. Just isolate the female with reverse pole and if you take the plug out of the unit make sure its insulated or away from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2016, 01:22 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 4,984
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2015, 04:53 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,995
Re: 28 roadster leg room.
I've a 28 Phaeton and I sure had trouble to start, then the technique kicked in and now I don't think about it, it just happens.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2015, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,085
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2015, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,891
Re: another issue...strange wobble
I had very bad death wobble and getting worse. We fixed all the mechanical problems and some that didn't matter. Seems I was trying to get the last bit of rubber off my tyres before I replaced them....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2014, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 19,216
Re: Vapor Lock
I have the same problem and always with 1 1/2 " fuel left and after quite a hard run and am back to travelling light. Immediately put some more gas in it and she'll start. I don't think the weight of...
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