Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-25-2014, 08:53 AM
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Re: Model A motor froze-up
Russell, thanks for introducing me to Bert's. I am finding mufflers - they are spendy! Now, to find one that fits at an afordable price.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2014, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 257
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2014, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
You're right, 31 Tudor, I wasn't thinking of the size and bulk of the object. I have ordered from Snyder's before. Sometimes it was the right part, sometimes not. I hate sending back. I'm not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2014, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Fred K-OR, I was afraid someone would tell me to put on a new one. I'm not surprised. Guess I better start looking. I'll try ebay.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2014, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
If you go to my homepage you will see two pictures I took of the muffler. I was unable to pull the two apart for a picture. However, in one of the photos you can see not only where it is broken...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2014, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 257
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2014, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
darrylkmc,
Thanks for your helpful response. I managed to shove the long pipe into the bigger round part (not sure what it is called). Should I be welding the two parts together? I know the two...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2014, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Appreciate your modesty, Tom Wesenberg. Between Midgetracer and Betsy, we refer to the miracle-working tool as "Tom's Tool."
Betsy is running nicely. Only problem, her muffler fell off. Ha!...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2014, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
The "Tom Wesenberg tool" was a miracle working invention for Betsy. Glad it worked for you Afordman31. Such a relief to see and feel the motor turn over.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2014, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Terry,NJ Curious - looking at your pic, is that a sedan or a pickup?
Brentwood Bob glad you gave hints, I do have rust problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2014, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Thank you, 700rpm. It is good to be back. Felt I needed to share my good fortune with all who were concerned about Betsy last year. I'll keep my entries short and positive in the days to come.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2014, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Greetings from Betsy.
It has been a long time since Betsy was able to get going again, not with it this year. A big THANK YOU to Midgetracer, Betsy is up and going once more. Having sat all winter...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2014, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
For Ed and Ron:
I love happy endings. Glad your recipe worked for each of you. Good to pass this along for others to try.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2014, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Thanks Tom. Next day above zero, I'll take my scoop shovel and work my way into the shed to turn the crank a time or two. However, without any heat in this cold, I'm sure that anything metal (all)...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2014, 08:34 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Terry, NJ
Mine are mechanical brakes, so no liquid to be concerned there. My Betsy is sleeping in a shed with the door blocked with a foot of snow in front of it. Spring can't come fast enough to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2014, 01:49 PM
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Re: Model A motor froze-up
For as cold as it has been in ND this winter, I am glad I drained the radiator. Should I have drained the oil out as well? I miss working on Betsy, spring is right around the corner! I hope.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2013, 07:08 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-18-2013, 03:48 PM
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Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
48fordnut, I empathize. I know the frustration of trying everything, and getting nowhere. Do keep us posted as to what works for you - and something will. Patience was the best advice I was given -...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,370
Re: 1929 Model A motor froze-up
Thank you, Tom, for solving that one. Who can guess why I did it that way? I guess it had something to do with not knowing what I was doing. :)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,370
Re: 1929 Model A motor froze-up
Not sure what happened here. For some reason this thread has 1929 on it. Whereas, Betsy's thread with major information does not have the 1929, only "Model A motor froze-up." I'm a little confused,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-03-2013, 10:47 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-03-2013, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-03-2013, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
700rpm, just a note to encourage you to see a picture of Betsy on her home page of BetsyModelA. This pic was taken last year when she was towed from one location of storage to a closer shed so I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2013, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Sorry if I missed your entry, Bill. Often times, when I got a new suggestion I'd run out and try it without responding. My apologies. I soaked the motor with diesel last winter. Then rocked Betsy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2013, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 73,609
Re: Model A motor froze-up
Thank you, Dog, for being a faithful, interested reader with me. At 72, I am now finding a new passion. I'd like to learn more about Betsy - electrical, wiring, gaskets, and more. I guess there is no...
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