Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2024, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 696
Re: RIP John Phillips Model A Garage
Very sorry you heard it from me. When I left you that VM, I wasn't even thinking. Should have waited and called when you could answer in person. I'm sorry about that.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2024, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 999
Re: spark plugs
3X spark plugs are more difficult to foul than a more modern plug like the W18's. They were designed to be reliable even with 1920's grade fuels and lubricants, all of which were worse than anything...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2024, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 913
Re: Best riding A?
Best (softest) ride Model A I own is the 29 fordor. The wood body cars also tend to be quieter. Ride comfort is a lot of factors combined. Springy springs (they stiffen as they age), proper shock...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2024, 01:14 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 347
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2024, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 347
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,487
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 04:40 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 553
Re: Wind Wing installation
If a picture is worth a thousand words, this video on installing windings on a 1929 Model A roadster must be worth at least a million- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7GLsoWfKhg
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 810
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2024, 12:08 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 738
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2024, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,487
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-13-2024, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 871
Re: Hagerty Roadside Asssitance
From the Hagerty website, "If you own a vehicle model year 1980 or newer you may qualify for collector insurance."
Source:...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2024, 10:17 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,268
Re: Cash Value/Sale History of Red Grow's "Betsy"?
See "ModelA29" answer. The car has been donated to MAFFI specifically to be used as a fundraiser for the museum. That is what the widow wants. Whoever wins the car becomes part of the car's story....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2024, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,542
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2024, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,542
Re: Synchronized Transmission
Mitchell builds the sync transmission into original Model A transmission cases, so it looks original. No modifications required, just bolt-in. The shifter throw is a little shorter than the stock...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2024, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,268
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2024, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 920
Re: Why a fabric roof?
Many years ago, my dad spoke to a man who worked at the Highland Park Ford plant and later, the Rouge plant. He said they did have the capability to stamp metal tops if they so chose. However, the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2024, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 871
Re: Hagerty Roadside Asssitance
This is true, the Hagerty roadside no longer covers "modern" cars. However, after a recent problem where AAA would not cover a tow of my 1929 Model A Mail Truck, but Hagerty will, having 2 roadside...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2024, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 8,593
Re: Model A tech advisors team from Paul Shinn
Thank you for the love! Hey, Just doing my part to help turn around the trend of the hobby shrinking or dying. I am merely a servant with undefiled enthusiasm. No ego, no gatekeeping, just a guy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2024, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,075
Re: Cartouche
Why do the Model A hobby gatekeepers bash another source of Model A parts?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 412
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 941
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 941
Re: What the heck just happened ? (electrical)
If your Model A has stock wiring, the connection on the starter switch terminal goes straight to the battery. The current path to the connection on the generator cutout goes from the lug on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-17-2024, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 6,027
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2024, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,977
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A
Pros and cons discussed in video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnZKdhRevvU
After seeing the insert bearings in a Model A engine with 20,000 miles on it and zero signs of wear on anything that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2024, 11:00 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,125
Re: Pace maker and the Model A
My dad is 93 (94 in 2 months) and has had a pacemaker for 20 years. He works on Model A's almost every day. Zero problems.
One time, he decided to magnaflux a block. He got real slow. I took...
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