Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 03:38 PM
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Re: Mothballs
Mint packets. They make little bags you can place around the inside of your car.
Still check car regularly. They (mice) can do a lot of damage in a very short time.
We just had to junk my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 08:26 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2021, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Installing distributor lower shaft
I have taken a large screw driver, put some grease on it, that put end of screw driver in slot of shaft. Than I just put it in place lowering and turning until it joins the lower oil pump...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2021, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 56
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Re: help with Model A market values
Talking about a stocker. Hot rods can be timeless when done tastefully.[/QUOTE]
Little interest in a stock Model A Ford? I must be missing something here.
I will say that a good percentage of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2021, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 12
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Re: Brake question
Brent makes good sense. One step at a time. Don’t fix something that’s not broken.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2021, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 4
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Re: Spring start up
Service it and than take it off the Jack stands.
I am overly cautious, I would not start on Jack stands.
Enjoy your car.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 19
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Re: tire pressure
Good springs and shocks. Front end in good shape. 35 psi.
Reduced pressure just off sets other problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 10
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Re: Is some blowby normal?
No question is a bad question unless you ask it over and over again.
Oil breather, will also keep the fire wall cleaner. Venders sell several different styles.
Enjoy your car.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 08:32 AM
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Replies: 56
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2021, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Tune ups
If it’s not broken, don’t fix it!
I have a Model A that was last tuned up in 2001. I have replaced the spark plugs twice since than, but have not touched the timing. Car is driven around 200...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,444
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 11:21 AM
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Replies: 10
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Re: Look at a car for me In Tennessee?
Cars that I have sold in the past. I have insisted that the buyer inspect the car in person.
If they couldn’t or wouldn’t, I moved on to another buyer.
Best for both the buyer and seller. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 29
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Re: Marvel Mystery Oil in Crankcase
I can’t show you proof but I can again tell this story.
41 years ago we found a 1929 Model A Sport Coupe in a barn in Central New York. It had been there since the sixties. The body was in great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 29
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Re: Marvel Mystery Oil in Crankcase
We have used for years in our gas only. It has really done a good job at reducing valve noise on older engines.
Having said that. I would not add to my engine oil. Drop the oil pan and clean...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2021, 07:48 AM
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Re: 1931 Model A Deluxe Roadster
Whatever floats your boat, it’s your car.
In the end, this will be why original, stock Model A’s will be the real collectors item. The more cars that are modified, the higher the value for those...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2021, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,472
Re: Are brake floaters worth it?
I have a completely rebuilt stock braking system on our 29, we even still have steel drums.
Wheels lock up. What more can you ask for. Once locked! That’s it.
If rebuilt correctly,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2021, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 23
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Re: Steering Wobble Troubleshooting
Picture this.
You bring you three year old Ford Escape into the dealer with a front end problem. When you pick the car up later in the day. The service adviser tells you that they have fixed the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2021, 10:10 AM
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Replies: 4
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-21-2021, 10:04 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,295
Re: Steering Wobble Troubleshooting
My advice has always been the same.
Drop the front end and completely disassemble. Now you can check everything. It sounds like a big job, but it isn’t. Your going to do it anyway. One piece...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2021, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: Spark lever position
I really don’t think anyone could give you a correct answer.
To many variables. If it is running and sounding good. You are in great shape. Drive it.
These are very simple cars.
Enjoy.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2021, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 677
Re: brake return spring ??
I have used for years. Works great. Our 29 has a completely rebuilt brake system. Everything new or rebuilt including all rods and springs. Still use the return spring. Paddle pops right back,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2021, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 77
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