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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-17-2014, 09:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,564
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Hot engine: Cannot start without choke

Have you checked your plugs? It could be running a little lean...causing it to need a little fuel to fire.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,039
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: 30 coupe wood header

Thanks TinCup,
I plan on leaving mine unrestored for now. I could use some seat covers...if you still have your old ones, would you be interested in selling them?
They would sure be a big...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-23-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 21,209
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Can I sit in your car?

I obviously don't have a problem with anyone standing on or setting in my coupe...but I have a story that is related to to this thread.
I have a 1948 H-D panhead that I bought from the original...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-21-2014, 10:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,039
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: 30 coupe wood header

Ken,
That thread was a great help...now I have a good idea of what needs to be done.
I appreciate your help. All the best to you and yours.
Thanks,
Stan/Mo.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-21-2014, 03:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,039
Posted By Stan/MO.
30 coupe wood header

The header in my 30 coupe is in bad shape. Could I get some advice as to the proper removal of the old header...and the proper installation of a new one.
Would also like some input on where the best...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-25-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Tires

They don' t have directional tread like some new cars and motorcycle...so I say it wouldn't make a hill of beans (performance wise) which way they were mounted
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-25-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,353
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Photo of a Model A showroom in 1931 from The Henry Ford Museum

I've talked to a lot of old Harley dealers,and they told me that before they put bikes on the showroom floor,they drained all the oil out of em'
Even on the new bikes back then, the check ball in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-13-2012, 10:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,450
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: not model a but wow factor

I wish I had that much talent in my hands!!!:eek:
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-01-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 47,798
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: marvel mystery oil

A buddy of mine uses MMO in everything. He has a 87 H-D, and he puts it in his gas and oil.
Ok here's the deal...he's got 150,000 miles on the bike, and he had a base gasket leaking. He took it...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-29-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,300
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Interesting video

I'm sorry I watched it again and I must have blinked, because I didn't see it the first time, but he did put his toe on the starter button.
Those things happen when you get old.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-29-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,300
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Interesting video

Neat video.....Did you notice when the dealer was showing him how to start the car, when he told him to step on the starter button, it showed him pushing on the accelerator?
Just wondering if you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2012, 12:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,180
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: wish I couold buy this one!

Im pretty sure that the person that bought that "rusty car" is very happy with every bit of rust on it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2012, 02:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,347
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Winter time and those painful cracks in the corners of the chapped thumbs

:cool: Bill,
I'm glad you were the one to respond to my post...you're my hero on this forum. You have the ideal outlook on life. I enjoy all your funny comments.
My motto is.....LIFE'S A...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-24-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,347
Posted By Stan/MO.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-22-2012, 02:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,270
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Everyone Have a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving to all.


"That man is the richest
whose pleasures are the cheapest."
(Henry David Thoreau)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-18-2012, 11:25 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 65,104
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: 30 Coupe. Gonna Have To Raise the Dead

I'm glad you're the age you are. I feel confident that there will be cars saved during your working career that otherwise would have had the best parts cut off, and the rest of it tossed out.
Keep...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-14-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,908
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: The making of a Locomotive, an incredible short film

Very interesting!! Anybody with a ounce of mechanical interest,had to enjoy that.
Keep em' coming.
Thanks Old Motor
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,907
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Model A Raffle

Happy to contribute to a "GREAT PROJECT"!!!!!! Thank you Mike.

"GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS"
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2012, 07:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,422
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Need to lower rearend, help!!

A question on this same subject. I bought, and installed a completely restored frame and running gear for my 30 coupe. My question is...the rear springs have what looks like plastic strips between...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-25-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,166
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Source for a '30 lightbar?

If it was taken by a plane he just passed...then it is going away from you, but if it was taken before he passed, then???? Oh well...never mind.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-24-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,203
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: too much time on someone's hands

Bill, That sounds like a PLANK Williams song.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-22-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,200
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Fall in the Midwest

Chris, I've been on that road many times on my motorsickle coming back from Fast Eddies. Beautiful road.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-22-2012, 09:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,441
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: My Model A Was Recalled....

Tom,
Have the leaves photoshoped in. If you like it have a picture made. Then you'll have one of each.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,547
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Marvel Carb Parts

I have a Marvel "Rayfield" carb on my 30 coupe it works great, I was just wondering if there was anything I should be on the lookout for. Any comments on these?
Thanks,
Stan
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-02-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,060
Posted By Stan/MO.
Re: Coker Firestone Whitewalls

I'm with Tom W. on this one. I have a 30 coupe that I don't plan on restoring. I don't care for WW tires...but I think the yellowing of the Firestone tires helps the "patina" of an original rust free...
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