Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 09:47 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,011
Re: spark plugs
I used 3X for years before they got so expensive. Tried some others, settled on Autolite 3076 last year. So far, so good.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 01:39 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 804
Re: Clutch finger adjustment
I’ve adjusted fingers with everything still in the car. It ain’t easy, but it can be done. Securing the locknuts was the hard part for me.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 01:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,077
Re: rotor cap
I’ve never been able to bend the rotor without breaking it. Nor have I ever achieved the recommended 0.25. I gave up, and in 60+ years of driving Model A’s I’ve never noticed any trouble with this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,498
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:52 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Re: Westach Ammeters.
$95! They're pretty proud of ‘em. I paid only $125 for my first A, and I got the whole car!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,730
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2024, 10:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 714
Re: Carb Disassembly Tips
"Use hollow ground screwdrivers that exactly fit the screw slot width and length".
That’s the ticket.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2024, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,017
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2024, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,500
Re: What year is this car???
The fluted headlight lens are ‘28. The wheels are ‘30-‘31. But the body and doors would indicate ‘29. I’ll go with ‘29.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2024, 10:49 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,500
Re: What year is this car???
28-29s had a date stamp in the inner firewall upper driver’s side. Sometimes theyre still visible. That can give you a clue.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2024, 11:51 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 4,788
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2024, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 736
Re: Slow starter
Two years from a battery!! I feel lucky if I still have a warranty at 13 months.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2024, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 850
Re: I'm Back!
I’ll be 79 on 4/3/24. There’s no question this aging biz is taking its toll. I am much more
cautious about when and where I drive my Model A. City traffic is crazy and country roads are almost...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 4,788
Re: Abandoned roadster
I met a girl in college in 1966 who said there was an old Ford in a field on her parent’s property, and I could have it free just for the taking. She drove me out to the farm and as we approached the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 06:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 728
Re: 1930 coupe need new left front fender
First, take Brent’s advice on repros. Second, I would suggest that you remove the fender, then remove the bondo everywhere it exists. Then get a hammer and dolly kit from HF and read and teach...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2024, 11:10 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,433
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2024, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,864
Re: 28-29 Sport Coupe belt trim
I was very lucky and found a good set on line for $200, 700 miles away. Worth the drive, but it was a real challenge to install. The outer beauty piece is thin and springy, and easy to dent or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2024, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 2,849
Re: Tow Insurance
I dropped AAA after they refused a tow because I was on an unpaved road. Ridiculous. Added tow to my Hagerty policy. Cheaper than 3A and no problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2024, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,433
Re: spark plug recommendation needed
Interesting, Fred. What is your usage? I’ve been running new Autolite 3076 plugs since October ‘23 and have found them just fine for around town driving. Haven’t been on a long tour with them yet. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2024, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,528
Re: value of magazines
I sold about 40 years of Restorers 1960 up for $1 ea six years ago. The buyer was ecstatic!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-03-2024, 10:24 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,534
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2023, 05:20 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2023, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,181
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2023, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 887
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2023, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,559
Re: Model "A" Goals For 2024
Attempt to get the carb on my coupe dialed in for better performance. Too cold to work in the garage now. Have to wait till spring. It drives OK, but the idle isn’t right.
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