Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2022, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: 1931 tudor inner fender panel
I have started work on stamping out the rear inner fender well for 30-31 Tudor because I need 3 sets and the repro ones are not very good quality. I think my problem will be cost of making the dies...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2017, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,778
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2017, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,778
Re: In regards to spuddering at High RPM's
LOL, the girl was way, way before I even knew at Cindy even before my first wife time!
George If I had the OHV Chevy head I think I could have took him for a block or so with all his wires on yet....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2017, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,778
In regards to spuddering at High RPM's
As Bill Williamson mentioned in DJS post the Model A is not a great design for high RPM but they can do pretty good if everything is right with them.
I have to share a funny story if anyone is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2017, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,504
Re: Sputter at high RPMs
yes judging by what you said a few posts up on the valves and adjustment I would say you have a valve problem. If you don't want to make that right than you may as well just run it and deal with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2017, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,504
Re: Sputter at high RPMs
I read your post a little closer I see you had the engine apart do you have split valve guides or the one piece guides, just thinking if there the split ones you could have a valve sticking the split...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2017, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,504
Re: Sputter at high RPMs
Do you know about what RPM your in? I do Mfg a better distributor cam for the Model A-B It will give you more dwell time about 9 more degrees, that is if it is an ignition problem.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2017, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,504
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2017, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,624
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2017, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,624
Re: Original style & design lever shocks
The oil we use is Schaeffer's 264 Moly pure syn. Hydraulic oil ISO 150 which is about a 30 weight oil. Sorry I don't get on the Forums much anymore if anyone wants to get a hold of me you can email...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2017, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 5,820
Re: Shocks worth the money?
You can call Stipe Machine at 920-467-2895 we do not have any dealer just not enough mark up in them for dealers.
Stipe Machine
N5718 County Road M
Plymouth, WI. 53073
920-467-2895
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2017, 08:22 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 5,820
Re: Shocks worth the money?
One thing I do what to say here is as far as original style remanufactured shocks go I believe my design shocks are the only ones that have a reservoir that you can add and check the oil. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2017, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,624
Original style & design lever shocks
One thing I do what to say here is as far as original style remanufactured shocks go I believe my design shocks are the only ones that have a reservoir that you can add and check the oil. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2017, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,252
Re: pickup rear window
For those nuts on the pickup I have a very simple to make tool to hold them if I can find it I will make a drawing if anyone is interested PM me at [email protected] I don't get on the forums...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2017, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,247
Re: The Victoria Coupe...
Marshall, are the rear fenders different on a steel back Vicky than a standard Tudor? I did not get fenders with mine and the wheel well looks deeper when I looked at it the other day?
Bill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2017, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,075
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2016, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 10,481
Re: Carburetor choices
I have had the best running engines on the Marvel carb. Just my experience!
Like they say your mileage may vary!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2016, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 6,023
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2016, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,902
Re: Why So Few (Apparent) Sheet Metal Makers?
The cost of tooling and big enough equipment to run the parts along with how many can be sold is the main reason I believe more quality parts are not reproduced.
I made 30-31 cowl patch dies back in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2015, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 165
Views: 65,647
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2015, 11:20 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,315
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2015, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 42,893
Re: Mechanical vs. Juice brakes on an A
George it is only a flat head, but I am going to work on the Chevy OHV head again fairly soon I hope that meaning next summer. unless something interferes with my plans again!!
how is that Chevy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2015, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 62
Views: 42,893
Re: Mechanical vs. Juice brakes on an A
I'm sorry I didn't read that close enough, you didn't said it was too much HP for the mechanical brakes just that juice brake help.
I did try juice brakes when I was just out of High School on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2015, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 42,893
Re: Mechanical vs. Juice brakes on an A
I guess I can add my 2 cents for what its worth.
I see a post about too much HP at the rear wheels that it is a problem for the mechanical braking.
This is just from my experience and that is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2015, 09:47 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 12,041
Re: Stipe Oil Pump
LOL, hey Vince you missed my face book video, I actually worked for one week in Wisconsin about 2 weeks ago rough grinding center bearing on A-B cams so they can come down here in about 2 more weeks...
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