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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2024, 07:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 871
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: T Bakery Van

Most likely oil/kerosene lamps mounted behind the headlights.

I also suspect since it's a delivery vehicle the driver would enter the cab through a doorway on the passenger side.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-06-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,619
Posted By mcgarrett
Vacuum advance dist. for Model A

Is anyone making or modifying a distributor for Model A engines that incorporate vacuum advance? I know about the Rex-a-co centrifugal advance unit, but it's not vacuum controlled. Has anyone ever...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-01-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Reusing cluster gears

Steve S,
Your recommendations are very enlightening and educational. I probably would not have thought of some of them without your pointing them out. Many thanks for your response.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-01-2024, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Reusing cluster gears

Joe & Bob - I tend to agree with your viewpoints. The bottom line is I'm not attempting to build a "perfect" transmission; my goal was to assemble a good, usable transmission from from used original...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-01-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Reusing cluster gears

w.michael,
I do my own rebuilds, so as you say no big loss when it comes to my labor.

Thanks to all for your responses.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2024, 07:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Reusing cluster gears

Jim M.
Thanks for the link. Great reference resource; I know I'll use it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2024, 07:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Reusing cluster gears

JayJay,
I'm down to my last good pair of original cluster gear shaft roller bearings. Pate swap meet is coming up in 4 weeks so I'll be keeping an eye out for them. And thanks for your reply!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By mcgarrett
Reusing cluster gears

I'm pretty sure I already know the answer, but I'm curious if anyone has had any success with reusing transmission gears even if there is some signs of wear on the gear teeth but no evidence of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-24-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 422
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: valve clearence , B motor

I don't know if it applies to "B" cams, but Les Andrews' book calls for .013" for intake valves and .015" for exhaust ford Model A cams. Maybe others here on the Barn will chime in.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-22-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 846
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Model B engine in an A

Synchro,
You have presented an interesting argument worthy of further investigation. What distributor would you recommend? My brother just purchased 2 Model B engines hoping for a good one to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-21-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 846
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Model B engine in an A

They say that there are two types of Model B engines; ones that are already cracked and those that soon will be! :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-21-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Cowl Lights ??

They weren't just for aesthetic reasons. I can't remember the exact details, but I read somewhere state or federal law in those days mandated that cars have them in use when parking temporarily...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-17-2024, 09:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 599
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Choke rod

Shoot the rubber grommet with silicone spray lube or WD40. If that doesn't help, replace it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2024, 10:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,536
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: 2024 Chickasha pre-war Swap Meet

Not sure about the condition of swap meets in other parts of the country, but Pate Swap Meet in Ft. Worth, Texas this year has 13,000 vendor spaces available and I was told by one of the meet...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2024, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 524
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: signal stat 900 question

It looks like someone might have replaced the wires based on the colors shown on you photo. You might give this a try...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2024, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 768
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: What kind of contraption is this?

Looks like a barnyard attempt to add a heater. Gotta admire their resourcefulness by using what you have. "Poor folks have poor ways".
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-12-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Flow testing a carb

Install a Marvel Shebler carb and enjoy driving instead of fiddling! :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-08-2024, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 670
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Valve Tool

This is what was used for removing/installing valves...

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=333118
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-29-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 872
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Paint scheme

...and I like your paint scheme!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-29-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 872
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Paint scheme

Hey Bob,
Where's that left front hub cap? :D
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-29-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,074
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: War years

Hey, that's a $200 jack that kid is playing with!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-27-2024, 01:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 976
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Is this a normal wear pattern on oil pump idler cover plate and block mating surf

While you have it apart, replace the idler gear bushing and hone it to fit. Looks like it may be suffering from a sloppy idler bushing. When the idler bushing becomes worn, the engine will sound...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 08:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 897
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Frame Spreader

There is one for sale here on the Ford Barn "Swap Meet"...

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=336108
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2024, 09:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,574
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Rotor position at TDC

http://www.modelabasics.com/Ignition.htm
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2024, 09:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,574
Posted By mcgarrett
Re: Rotor position at TDC

fried okra,
I have found this to be the most helpful information source when it concerns ignition timing, tune-ups, etc.

http://www.modelabasics.com/Ignition.htm
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