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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-08-2022, 07:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,372
Posted By todd3131
Re: hurrricane

Yet you bring it up make an argumentative statement and then say we can't discuss it here?
There is plenty of climate data to prove you wrong and also why we sold the house in Naples after Irma,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2022, 09:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,294
Posted By todd3131
Re: Where’s Paul Shinn?

The link doesn't work for me. Probably a sign
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,294
Posted By todd3131
Re: Where’s Paul Shinn?

I think you are right we need to bury this and move on like it didn't happen. Paul has had ample time to back up his claim in a video that no longer exists about a product that burtz is desperate to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-05-2022, 06:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,294
Posted By todd3131
Re: Where’s Paul Shinn?

Early on in that whole thread before things settled down hm made a post that said something like that. After that it looked like they were or are moving forward. I hope so
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-30-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,372
Posted By todd3131
Re: hurrricane

Well a model a can be repaired after being in salt water with out much issues unlike new cars that won't even be good parts cars. Did anyone see the article on the flooded McLaren?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-26-2022, 08:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,176
Posted By todd3131
Re: Color Sanding, 31 Cabriolet Just Painted

If you would like I can take a few photos of my setup buffer pads and compound for you. Also if you would like I could send you a link to a web meeting and show nuou how to buff out the paint. Just...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-26-2022, 08:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,176
Posted By todd3131
Re: Color Sanding, 31 Cabriolet Just Painted

You will need to take it to 3000 grit and get a buffer you will never get the finish you want without it. Go to griots garage they have some nice packages for buffers compounds and foam pads don't...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-14-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,860
Posted By todd3131
Re: Off topic: If you were 18 again?

I had to make this exact decision in 1980 and decide to bail mechanical engineering and have not regretted it one damn day. I realized I can hire software engineers, lawyers and salesman to work for...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-08-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,381
Posted By todd3131
Re: Adjusting sagging frame with body on

There was another thread about this issue a few years ago and Brent had a post about how he does his frames and is very good information. When I restored my roadster after a bad accident that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-06-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,407
Posted By todd3131
Re: I've seen it all now...

Car shows are why I started a cars and coffee once a month last year. I never felt comfortable at them. We have done six so far started with 25 cars and the august one we had over three hundred...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2022, 07:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,817
Posted By todd3131
Re: In case you want to know the whole story, or an update

Paul,
I hope the dialogue between you two has improved to the point that you can build this motor and make a video of it, really want to see one so I know what to ask my engine builder.
Onward...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-02-2022, 08:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,817
Posted By todd3131
Re: In case you want to know the whole story, or an update

I apologize for this question but can you tell us what is the official forum and thread you are going to be updating so we can follow the process in one place?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-30-2022, 07:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,725
Posted By todd3131
Re: Paul Shinns block adventure

I came into this thread after the video was pulled down so I don't know what the issue is with the measurements. What I do know is a issue has arisen about a motor that we are planning to buy after...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-27-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,406
Posted By todd3131
Re: 3-D printing Model A engine parts

My son uses a resin printer for his prototypes what is nice about it is there are no lines the pieces are smooth and can be cast from as it or painted without much sanding. We use solid works to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,406
Posted By todd3131
Re: 3-D printing Model A engine parts

It looked like they sanded filled and painted it and then left the unpainted areas to prove they printed it. These came from 2016 show at mccormick in chicago
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2022, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,406
Posted By todd3131
Re: 3-D printing Model A engine parts

Since were talking 3d printing I thought you would like to see these I took them at the International manufacturing Technology Show in 2016. The vases are steel and were made by CNC wirefeed type...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-10-2022, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,959
Posted By todd3131
Re: Title Jumping

Right now I am trying to sort out the process for getting a title for a 29 A that we bought in 1983, we restored the chassis and stopped on it and gave my half to my friend. He wants to give me back...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,878
Posted By todd3131
Re: When is a Model T a Model A and not a Model A?

I disagree I think it is because they are tremendously shoddy quality and I hate them for that not that they are poor reproduction if you will. I agree that the price is within reason, there are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-20-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 28,932
Posted By todd3131
Re: Who makes the best model A woody kits?

Brent,
I am planning on making a custom bodied pickup that uses as much of the original style wood. I have been looking at finger joint knives also with shaping knives for the upper mouldings and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-20-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,878
Posted By todd3131
Re: When is a Model T a Model A and not a Model A?

I worked for a classic car dealer when I was first married and owner loved those shay's. They would sell for good money but I hated them the workmanship was horrible and we used to say the miles on...
Forum: Model-A 04-06-2022, 10:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 508
Posted By todd3131
Woody wagon parts needed 28-31

I am looking for any parts for a 28 to 31 wagon. My needs are any pieces of wood even just for pattern use they can even be just a section. I also am looking for door latches and any hard parts...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2022, 08:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,858
Posted By todd3131
Re: Ideas for Standing Out at a Car Show

If you are trying to interest them in model a and restoring them those are great idea. But if you are trying to get them to join a club then you need to address that . I have been a model a guy my...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-04-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,441
Posted By todd3131
Re: I need to ship an assembled rear end

Thank you for pointing out that this is ten years old post. I was just about to respond, since we do a lot of shipping and it is crazy how expensive it is now!!!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-03-2022, 03:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,335
Posted By todd3131
Re: 1932 Model A on Barrett Jackson

No it is a 1932 ford Sport coupe What difference does the A make to anything?
BJ has to put the A in the description of the car not because they don't know the difference but somewhere down the line...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2022, 07:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,335
Posted By todd3131
Re: 1932 Model A on Barrett Jackson

32 ford's are very desirable my friend just transported a 3 window coupe barn find that sold for 45k a couple of weeks ago. This 32 is easily with the money it sold for since it is period correct...
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