Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Sticking valves?
How many miles on the engine? It may be time for new rings, lapping the valves, and taking up the bearings. Back in the day, this was usually done at around 25,000 miles. It can be done in the car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 423
Re: Seized motor/potentially overheated
Take the head off or look in the cylinders with a bore scope to see if there is scuffing on the walls. If the pistons get really hot they can expand and scuff. If that does not solve the issue,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Today, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 100
Re: Exhaust manifold intake bolts broke
A new or used (in good shape) exhaust manifold is what I would chose. If you want to repair that manifold, it will need to be welded up and re drilled and re tapped. I don't think a Helicoil is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2024, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 455
Re: radiator splashing
I use an extra thick O ring on my radiator cap to seal it and keep the coolant from splashing out. The water pump impeller can push extra coolant when you rev the motor to down shift. Or, as Canton...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2024, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 438
Re: Hole inside front block
I remember reading that the hole was broken through with a hammer after the block was cast and that is the reason it is so rough.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2024, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 500
Re: Head stud to block
The Helicoil will work just fine. It will provide more pull out strength than the original threaded hole. Only one thing to watch out for and that is the accuracy of drilling the hole for the tap...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2024, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 655
Re: 30 Model A engine rebuild
Rusty, What are you planning to do with your car? If you are planning to use it a lot and drive across the country and keep it for decades, then you should consider the Burtz block. If you are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2024, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 759
Re: new guy, old car
One other piece of advice: Add the fuse that mounts next to the starter switch. That will protect you from an electrical fire.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 964
Re: Henry and Edsel
Henry has been blamed for Edsel's early death. But I think Edsel's lifestyle had something to do with it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 215
Re: Does it matter - Tie Rod Direction
What was wrong with the old ends? Can't the pads just be replaced?
Unless you are having the car judged, what is wrong with the grease fittings being in front, or what is wrong with turning the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 759
Re: new guy, old car
Ole Thirty, You are doing all the right stuff and it sounds like you have the mechanical skill to work on this car. As you say, it is nice and easy to work on.
Change all the fluids. Use a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 957
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 966
Re: Interested Dash information
Wick, those are the wrong kind of matches. One would have to use the "strike anywhere" kind that had two colors on the tips. I am not sure if they are available anymore.
Regarding leaking...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 366
Re: Float A Motor
Several members have reported that the stock setup in the front works better than any of the aftermarket mounts.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 474
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Re: Distributor wiring
The original configuration was made to discourage theft. The distributor had to pulled from the engine to unscrew the armored cable. Without the pop-out ignition switch popped out the wire to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,020
The Old Motor
There is a neat photo of a Model A pickup in the latest edition of The Old Motor, see https://theoldmotor.com/?p=157396. I would publish the photo here but I am not sure of the copyright issues.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,895
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,126
Re: Batteries completely discharging
Installing a battery cutoff switch is a good idea for two reasons: It will eliminate any drain on the battery when the car sits. It is also a safety item in case there is an electrical fire.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 957
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2024, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,421
Re: Stipe Machine/Specialty Motor Cams
Dodge, If you make cam cores, make them with 5 bearings. That way they will work in the Burtz block. Not that the 3 bearing cams will not work but that the 5 bearing cams take advantage of the 5...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 2,807
Re: Car Is Shrinking........
Some people have modified their cars to add a few inches to the driver's compartment. I think there is a way to move the seat back but I saw at least one car where the body was modified. An...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,662
Re: Second gear
Now that the subject of lubrication has been brought up, here is my 2 cents: 600W was good 100 years ago. Modern gear lube deposits a coating on the metal parts that wears instead of the metal. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 705
Re: Front left wheel play
Glad you got it fixed. I was going to volunteer to come and help if you paid for the airline ticket.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 9,015
Re: Aries Stainless Steel Muffler
ThosD, I think the performance Ares muffler sounds more like what I remember Model A's sounding like when I was a kid, but I am not sure. I don't hear anything like I did when I was a kid. Without...
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