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Forum: Model-A 12-28-2023, 09:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 212
Posted By philcobill
Looking for EA Horn cover

I am in the market for a later EA horn cover.

I lost the cover for my EA horn today somewhere on the road (65 miles) of driving, so there is no way to trace my route to look for it, unless I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-06-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By philcobill
Re: Leg Clearance Issue

I imagine that Coupes are cramped to begin with
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-06-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By philcobill
Re: Leg Clearance Issue

Well, coupes are a tight fit to start with.

Moving the seat base and the back rest back by doing major surgery to the car is a possibility, but that will have to wait.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-06-2023, 06:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By philcobill
Leg Clearance Issue

I am not sure this question can be answered, but I have to ask anyway.

Let me set the stage. I am 6 feet tall. Despite being overweight, it does not interfere with my turning the steering wheel....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 655
Posted By philcobill
Re: Sun visor for passenger

Ours is a 1929 Special Coupe
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 655
Posted By philcobill
Sun visor for passenger

This is something I would like to do for the passenger, usually my wife.

Is it possible to retrofit a sun visor inside of the windshield that is not tacky-looking (as my kids say, ghetto)? My...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-02-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By philcobill
Cutting spare keys

What is the best way to cut spare ignition/door key? I have the key number.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,092
Posted By philcobill
Re: One good reason for turn signals

[QUOTE=Bruce of MN;2252308]This is from decades ago, but in some states, it was illegal to display that slow vehicle sign if you weren't really slow. /QUOTE]


Here in New York, they are required...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2023, 04:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,609
Posted By philcobill
Shock Absorber Advice

ARGH! We are looking at what to do about our shock absorbers. Our 29 Special Coupe has been basically sitting for 20 plus years. Do we do a complete servicing? How about rebuilt shocks? How about...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2023, 03:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,092
Posted By philcobill
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2023, 02:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,092
Posted By philcobill
Re: One good reason for turn signals

Yes, I have to acknowledge that many people including drivers actually enjoy seeing old cars on the road. I am constantly encouraged by folks walking along the streets and even by a few drivers to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-30-2023, 06:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,092
Posted By philcobill
One good reason for turn signals

We will be installing turn signals in our 29 Special Coupe. That has been on the plans for a while and we are at a point to actually do it. One of the main reasons is the number of other drivers who...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-30-2023, 06:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,150
Posted By philcobill
Re: Bouncing coupe

It may come to that. The car has been sitting for so long, that just about anything could have gotten bad. The tires still have their tread, and are not dry rotting. Just another thing to check out.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-29-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,150
Posted By philcobill
Re: Bouncing coupe

It has the stock shocks. The mechanic looked at them, and may have done something to at least one of them, but I am not sure what. I am just wondering if the symptoms I am describing could be shock...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-29-2023, 10:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,150
Posted By philcobill
Re: Bouncing coupe

I am really not sure. The car has been sitting for over two year waiting for the Burtz engine. I had the brakes done when the engine was installed. Before that, I only drove it around for a couple...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-29-2023, 09:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,150
Posted By philcobill
Bouncing coupe

Our 29 coupe is bouncing and I am not sure why. The bouncing is worse at 20 to 35 MPH, and seems to bounce much less at 40 to 55 MPH. Some roads seem to be worse than others. I think we pretty much...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,899
Posted By philcobill
Re: USB Charging Port Question

So, to be clear, are you saying that the 12 V input chargers will accept the 6 V from the Model A system and still charge?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,899
Posted By philcobill
Re: USB Charging Port Question

I love the video, installing the Car Cigarette Lighter Socket is a great idea. I wonder however, if there are differences in the chargers themselves. The one he used could handle the Model A 6 V...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2023, 07:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,899
Posted By philcobill
Re: USB Charging Port Question

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082D8WKNW?......
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,899
Posted By philcobill
Re: USB Charging Port Question

We tried to use this one but got no voltage out with 6 V input.
So it was either defective or it was false advertising. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4BXDLZZ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-16-2023, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 705
Posted By philcobill
Brake issues

We are repairing and servicing the brakes on Little Willie, our 1929 Special Coupe. When driving the car the brakes were very stiff, and you had to push very hard to get the car to stop. I felt...
Forum: Model-A 08-16-2023, 06:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 295
Posted By philcobill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-11-2023, 08:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,899
Posted By philcobill
USB Charging Port Question

Has anyone had experience with the 6-volt USB charging port sold by at least one of the Model A parts suppliers? My son who is into such things tells me that the 1.25 A power rating will not charge...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2023, 08:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By philcobill
Re: Too much play in Pitman Arm Ball?

I see what you mean. I guess my question at this point is do I need to replace the Drag Link id the hole itself is worn. As I mentioned before, I am getting the steering box serviced and replaced...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By philcobill
Too much play in Pitman Arm Ball?

Is there supposed to be this much play where the pitman arm ball attaches to drag link?


You see, there is about 4 to 6 inches of play in the steering wheel. A member of our local Model A...
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