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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2017, 09:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,782
Posted By silvertop
Re: Rear Brakes and Backing Plate R & R Question W/Pictures

Just drop the radius rod, much easier.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-12-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,526
Posted By silvertop
Re: Little off topic, metallic paint.

Old Guy Rich;
Your HVLP gun requires a much larger volume of air than a conventional gun. If you are using a 1/4" or 3/8" hose with 1/4" quick couplers you are not getting the volume of air that is...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-28-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,960
Posted By silvertop
Re: PPG sgl stage concept

jakno,
This may help.
http://paintref.com/cgi-bin/colorcodedisplay.cgi?year=1935&manuf=Ford
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-17-2016, 12:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,767
Posted By silvertop
Re: Help With Paint Booth

Bill,

Binks Customer Service # 1-800-992-4657
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,757
Posted By silvertop
Re: Painting vinyl slip covers

NO

Normal use and body oils will remove it quickly.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-30-2015, 08:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,406
Posted By silvertop
Re: Stainless Polishing Techniques

http://www.caswellplating.com/buffman.htm

Lots of information on the above site, along with the needed supplies.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-01-2013, 05:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,481
Posted By silvertop
Re: Recognize this tool?

Here is what it does.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-04-2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,590
Posted By silvertop
Re: Old Gas Pump Fourm site...

You could try www.bobsgaspumps.com
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-04-2012, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,854
Posted By silvertop
Re: Signal Stat 700 Turn Signal Switch

That switch was one of the early units for aftermarket turn signal installation on vehicles not equiped with turn signals.

That unit will require the use of add-on lights both front and back.
...
Forum: Early V8 04-26-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,478
Posted By silvertop
Mohawk USL-6000 Scissor Lift

For Sale---Mohawk USL-6000 Scissor Lift. Low cycle times, excellent condition, 120V. Aluminum ramps required for lift included. $2500.00. See Mohawk's website for details. Sells new for near $6000.00...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-18-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By silvertop
Re: 40 ford brakes

The short shoe goes to the rear of the wheel cylinder and connects to the hand brake operating lever.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-21-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,058
Posted By silvertop
Re: Waterpump questions with new radiator

Brent,
I have the instructions from pump #A-8502-A/B sold by Snyder's.

The reason given for the grinding of the impellers is :
"Repo radiators are more efficient because they have smaller...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-20-2012, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,931
Posted By silvertop
Re: Model A Garden Tractor

This would have the guys at Carnegie Mellon & MIT scratching their heads.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-06-2012, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,414
Posted By silvertop
Re: Masking for second color on body and doors

The blue plastic tape works very well for two tone painting. I use 3M tape, but this looks to be similar. I use 1/8",1/4",& 1/2" when two toning, on long runs the 1/2" works very well in getting a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2012, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,495
Posted By silvertop
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-26-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,821
Posted By silvertop
Re: Shop manuals

There was a publication by Floyd Clymer called (Model A Ford Service Manual And Handbook), written in 1929 and 1930 near the end of Model A production by S.A.E. member Victor Page. He was considered...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-24-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,328
Posted By silvertop
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal

The illustration that I refered to is on page 23 of a publication copyright, 1928 by The Norman W. Henley Publishing Co. and has been reprinted by Floyd Clymer. (Clymer Repair Manuals)

Pilotdave,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-24-2012, 05:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,328
Posted By silvertop
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal

The cage must not rotate, if it did, it would wear the hub and the seal. I have found wear like this on bearings that have failed, locking up in the cage and rotating the complete assembly. That gets...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-24-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,328
Posted By silvertop
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal

I am viewing a cut away view of the bearing in the hub. It is showing a space between the snap ring and the seal of what looks to be about 1/8". The bearings are in a cage and do not rotate against...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-24-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,094
Posted By silvertop
Re: 59A Motor attaching a Tach

texas webb,
This is typical hook-up for any points type ignition.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-24-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,094
Posted By silvertop
Re: 59A Motor attaching a Tach

Correction--- Use the headlamp circuit for the tach light.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-24-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,094
Posted By silvertop
Re: 59A Motor attaching a Tach

Yes, connect the red wire to your power source through a fuse, connect the black wire to a good known ground, and the green wire to the + side of the coil. If the tach is lighted, connect that wire...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 01-22-2012, 04:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,160
Posted By silvertop
Re: 6 volt battery question

I would have the starter checked to make sure is is a 6 volt starter, as it will function on 12 volts either way. Someone may have changed the field coils.

As for the Optima Red Top battery, do...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,202
Posted By silvertop
Re: Best Type of Heater to Install

There is a manifold heater listed on Ebay now, if you are interested #120818213860.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,202
Posted By silvertop
Re: Best Type of Heater to Install

I would think finding a 40's style heater small enough to fit into a roadster and still allow your wife good leg room will be your biggest challenge. Once you have done that, make it safe and...
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