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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 214
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: First St ignitions

This is true but not what I asked...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 214
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: First St ignitions

I'm curious. How many people have had a distributor go "bad" that they have to carry a spare distributor while on tour?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 07:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 289
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Rear Diff Plug HELP

I like thread sealer and magnetic plugs.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 276
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Wobbly dist—hard to disgnose/fix?

Good video, Randall. Do you have any issues with the 'Modern' lower plate?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-06-2024, 04:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 345
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Video overview of Slant Windshield Models

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=544220&d=1717708334

Man, that would drive me nuts trying to keep those wheels rust free. Somewhere along the line, my Town Sedan did...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 06:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 490
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: TRB Overdrive?

Gary WA posted a picture of the TRB O/D from BringATrailer.

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=544176&d=1717631145
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 667
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Adjusting timing

Gene, a little more info in the Balancer.

My thought when I got it was newer engines mostly had Harmonic Balancers. I figured the manufacturers would install if they felt it was not a good...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 578
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: source for mohair upholstery fabric

Looks like good material, rated for 80,000 Double Rubs.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,161
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…

Here is a picture of an early arm with the keyway.

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=544165&d=1717611753
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,161
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…

Tom, from what I have read, originally the arm was keyed and pinned but somewhere along the line the 'bean counters' decided it would be cheaper to eliminate the key and keyway and make the pin...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 12:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,161
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…

Tom, I'm glad it was the lever as I suggested (post #16). They always crack thru the pin hole. That is a relatively easy fix compared to a pressure plate.

Bratton's has the longer arm that makes...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 667
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Adjusting timing

Yes, that would help. Easily done by noting the position of the rotor.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 667
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Adjusting timing

Gene, I like the idea of a harmonic balancer, but of course I have no proof that my engine will live longer. It does seem to run smoother? My engine was balanced when rebuilt, but I don't have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 283
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Blue Crown cross ref?

Exactly what I was thinking...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,206
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: I give up

I know you said everything is fine with the carburetor but to me your symptoms keep pointing to a clogged idle jet or idle circuit.

I see no where in this discussion what kind of carburetor you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 667
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Adjusting timing

Dick, I mark my timing mark so I don't have to 'hunt' the next time.

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=544121&d=1717532919
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 452
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Starter issues

I saw a tip isn the Restorer Magazine where a small piece of hose was inserted in the switch to act as a spring to separate the contacts.

I have not tried this, just passing along.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 08:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 989
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: 1931 Tudor Phaeton

Dave, According to a book I was just reading, 2,229 Deluxe Phaetons produced in 1931. Less than half the amount of 400-A Convertible Sedans. I would say a rather rare car.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-01-2024, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 376
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: just a quickie

Jerry, I'm not near my car but I do know the threads are 11/16-24 on the tie rod. Hope that helps.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-31-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,651
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Cleaning the radiator

Davey, I wish we had known others that were at the "Spring Opener". Four couples from our club made the trek to Clear Lake. We had a great time visiting the surrounding area. We decided to take our...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-31-2024, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 535
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Cast fuel bowl leaking- round two

I once had a leak in that location I could not stop weeping.

As an alternative to buying a new gas line or sediment bowl, I used a brass flare gasket. No problems since... just incase your problem...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2024, 11:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 739
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Which Side Mirror?

JayJay, my bad. Since you gave a Snyder's part # (A-17741-A), I didn't think to look on Bratton's (#24200).
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 739
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Which Side Mirror?

Those have been Out of Stock for a while now.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-29-2024, 10:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 739
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: Which Side Mirror?

I Agree, plus I think the hinge mirror looks better.I have 5" heads on my Town Sedan, really inproves your rear view.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-29-2024, 07:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,161
Posted By Y-Blockhead
Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…

Common problem for the clutch arm to break. I had to drive home in second gear. Stop signs were not fun, luckily my car is 12v and I can start the engine while in second gear.

I replaced mine...
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