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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2022, 08:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,942
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Stuck Head

My head puller:

I started with a 8" x 12" × 1/2" piece of steel from the scrap yard at 35 cents/lb.

1. Drilled and tapped holes for 7/16-20 x 6" bolts that thread through the plate and sit on...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,205
Posted By dmaxweb
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2022, 10:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Water Inlet Leak

He did. Post #10
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2022, 06:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Water Inlet Leak

I don't recall using a cork one. If it's too thick and you do not tighten the bolts evenly I guess you could snap off one of the ears.
This would be more likely for the water outlet where head nut...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Water Inlet Leak

I use this on hose connections. It's the Permatex version of the old Hylomar Blue:
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2022, 08:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Water Inlet Leak

They are blind holes.

Remove ALL old gasket material and CLEAN mounting surfaces with a solvent to remove all residue. I use permatex on both surfaces and a paper gasket. A bit of permatex on the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2022, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Radiator Filler Neck Replacement

The problem is getting the existing neck out. The original necks on original radiators were crimped to the tank prior to soldering.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By dmaxweb
Radiator Filler Neck Replacement

The filler neck on my '30 original radiator is damaged and needs to be replaced. Since the originals are crimped on and soldered, how is that done?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,922
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Rebuilt engine supplier?

Schwalms in PA

http://www.schwalms.com/
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2022, 05:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,445
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Rear Wheel bearing source?

Call Steve at Berts.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2022, 08:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,610
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Where to buy a hand crank

Call Steve at Bert's for an original.

https://modelastore.com/
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-14-2022, 08:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,749
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Fried rear bearing

Schwalms is the place to go.
Strasburg PA is about 250 miles from Yorktown VA. Don't drive I-95 during rush hour or bad weather. Even on beautiful sunny days it's a crap shoot.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-13-2022, 10:11 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,164
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: 1930 Tudor accident

I too have Hagerty insurance in Virginia. After reading this thread, I called them and added "Cherished Salvage" coverage to my policy. The additional premium was less than $20/yr. Basically, if...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,360
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Exhaust manifold glands

Mild steel or stainless? NAPA sells 1.5" OD aluminized mild steel exhaust tubing by the foot.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2022, 06:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,327
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Bad manifold gaskets

Would it be better to use solid rings made from mild steel or cutting 304 stainless steel rings with a hacksaw to allow some thermal expansion?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-06-2022, 11:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,327
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Bad manifold gaskets

What about rings cut from 316SS tube (1.500" OD X 16GA (0.065"))? With a significantly higher coefficient than cast iron can they still be solid or is a gap needed for thermal expansion?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-23-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,327
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Bad manifold gaskets

Did you buy the rings from one of the vendors or did you make them yourself?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-23-2021, 07:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,327
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Bad manifold gaskets

I've read posts of homemade gland rings made from seamless steel pipe. Do those need to be cut to provide end gap for thermal expansion?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-30-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,362
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Ignition cable through firewall

I have a look-a-like pop out switch and the thin cable to the distributor.. I've tried a couple of repro armored cables and they are way too stiff. I'd like to find an original cable with a good...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-24-2021, 06:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,132
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Horn rod

Every repro retainer clip I've used needed to be dressed with a file to fit in the recess.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-20-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,922
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Oil Pan Gaskets

Has anyone used a BESTgasket brand oil pan gasket?
Are the sold by any of the vendors?.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-14-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,721
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Oil Drain Tube Thread Size

I checked with Steve and the 3/8" tube has 3/8-32 thread not pipe thread.

Ora at Schwalms recommended red loctite.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-13-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By dmaxweb
Re: Ignition Cable

How long have you had the shorter cable? I tried one probably 10 years ago and it was almost too stiff to bend at all. I've heard they are better now. The motor is out right now so I can't check...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-12-2021, 10:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,721
Posted By dmaxweb
Oil Drain Tube Thread Size

The hole in the rear bearing cap is 1/8-27 NPT. The tubes sold by the vendors are 3/8-32 UNF..
Should they be the same?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-12-2021, 04:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By dmaxweb
Ignition Cable

I currently have the thin stainless steel covered wire and a Nurex look-a-like pop out switch. For a more authentic appearance I purchased one of these short cables.
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