Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 08:08 PM
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Re: Model A serial number verification
The original Ford number only appeared in 2 places. Both easily removed with a grinder. So removing a tag isn't an argument.
If you want your parts back you'll need to mark each one with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 11,167
Re: Model A serial number verification
The manufacturers generate the VIN not the feds or states. The engine number on a Model A IS THE VIN. That is what Ford used to register them in every state and country.
States now want to see a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2024, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 841
Re: Victoria body drop
Today Ford has a test assembly line where they build about 100 of a new car to find the best methods and order of things. I wonder if in the early times workers were left to their own devices to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2024, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 634
Re: source for mohair upholstery fabric
Google is your friend: https://www.georgesmith.com/us/product/mohair/
https://www.decorativefabricsdirect.com/Mohair-Velvet-Fabric-s/561.htm
Prices are comparable but the color may not be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2024, 12:49 PM
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Views: 634
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2024, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 913
Re: Stainless Ateel Fords
As we all learned in the Graduate - Just one word: Plastics
Henry was ahead of his time seeking alternative (cheaper) materials -...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 05:55 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2024, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 595
Re: Winfield Head Paint
I've found tossing them in the lathe produces a better result. Sometimes I chuck them up in a drill and use the angle grinder if I've only got 1 or 2 to do.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2024, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 15
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 07:00 PM
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Views: 923
Re: 31 Roadster ready for summer
Roadsters and Summer in SoCal has always meant the LA Roadster Show. Yeah mostly hot rods but enough stock As and other old tin to keep it interesting.
Fathers Day weekend at LA Fairplex - Roadsters...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 587
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,083
Re: Antique Nationals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAUyBDEq2ZQ&t=1635s
Jim's "High Dollar" ($150) '31 truck with a 4 port 12 valve Riley. it now belongs to Jim's son.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2024, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 619
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2024, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 619
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2024, 09:38 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,273
Re: Gas Station
You've got to hold the nozzle up (nearly) out of the tank. If you're in a state with the vapor recovery nozzles you need to hold that up too. Someone does make a neck extender that will help you fuel...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2024, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,515
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2024, 03:41 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2024, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,132
Re: LED Third brake light !!
I don't think you can wire the 3rd brake/turn light into the LogoLites controller. Their controller and LEDs use low voltage and current - fuse is only 1 amp. That's less than 1/4 amp per light if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2024, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 646
Re: knowing when my car was made
and...... let's not forget that in the 90+ years these cars have survived they have become mix masters. Options have been added and questionable parts replaced with better condition used or repro...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 09:44 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 580
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,045
Re: European Classic tires
But you need (should) use a tube designed for a radial tire in a radial.
Radial and bias actually has to do with the construction of the tire's cord body. The cords on a radial tire run...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2024, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,148
Re: New Coupe
But order it now - the wait time is very long since there is only 1 supplier now.
Photos of how it is now would help. Is it an older restoration that needs a refresh or something that has sat...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2024, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,088
Re: Lacquer Paint fix?
When we painted the "mega buck" Pantera in the 80s we couldn't get nitrocellulose lacquer here. It was sourced from Ferrari's supplier - sure glad the guy we were building it for had deep pockets.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2024, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 448
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2024, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,914
Re: Front fender crack
You discovered the secret so it won't come back. The hole stops the crack from going further. Metal has a grain and the crack follows the grain the hole interrupts the path.
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