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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2016, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,388
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Alignment "checker"

Bill is correct the steering wheels have a master spline, and can only be put on one way. Also, the tape may tell the driver has an alignment problem, but more likely what he feels thru the steering...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-26-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,652
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Speedometer lube

http://www.modelahouse.com/tech/spee...r/fischer.html (http://www.modelahouse.com/tech/speedometer/fischer.html)

wmws-I used the above article to completely rebuild my speedometer several years...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-17-2016, 02:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,561
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Hot soak? No, not in the tub :)

After the first incident, you found the points gap had closed up a little and re-adjusted them. Not uncommon, rub blocks do wear.
Then after the second incident, you found the points gap too wide. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,385
Posted By Ron/IA
Vendor Shock Absorbers

Our club held its monthly tech session yesterday on Model A shock absorbers. One of our very knowledgeable members conducted it. He usually uses one of the handful of rebuilders in the country, as...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,371
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Generator brush question

Here is a previous Fordbarn discussion:

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3122
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-31-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,691
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Helping dad with his speedster

I remember the first time my daughter helped me with the Fordor. The project that day was cleaning and re-greasing the front wheel bearings.

I talked her through it. Loosen lug nuts, put car up...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-24-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,205
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Oil Filler Tubes Baffles Adjustment

I am puzzled why you would think the oil filler tube might be a cause of you oil link problem. Unless you are thinking the baffles are not allowing back pressure to flow.

I think you have a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-28-2015, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,462
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Noblitt-Sparks & Arvin

Bob - Thank you for the history lessen. I enjoy reading about the manufacturers that supported the automotive companies from that era.

This will make a good future article for our club's...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-22-2015, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,564
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Onward with the radiator repair

CarlG - Please tell me your source for this style clamp. (I hope it isn't: "They are only available in Alaska.")

Tried doing a search, but not find them yet.

Thanks,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-21-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,365
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: uncomfortable seats

I agree with DJ S, I am 6' 4" and ride/fit in my '29 Fordor very well.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2015, 04:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,401
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Go ahead and give this thread a one-star rating. Babbitus fragmentus!

I haven't seen it mentioned (maybe I missed it), but there might have been oil starvation at the center bearing.

Have you checked the oil passage for this bearing from the valve galley?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-28-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 16,907
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Secret Tips

I am not trying to rain on any party.

Just trying to save a life! I have been a reloader for over 50-years, and have seen what over-pressure can do.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-28-2015, 02:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,057
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Timing gear teeth...??

cj5 - What you have stated " that is the width of the teeth and not the diameter of the gear" isn't making sense to me.

After talking to Dan McEachen (the who makes oversize gears); he states the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-27-2015, 08:31 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 16,907
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Secret Tips

WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!!

Under NO circumstances should the suggestion in response #57 be attempted (using the 22-cartridges). You have absolutely no control over pressures that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-13-2015, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,665
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Terne Metal Fuel Lines

I was curious myself; I Google'd terne metal, and found it has excellent corrosion resistant qualities when in contact with petroleum products. It also works well when roll formed because of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2015, 10:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,747
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Please Drive that Model A.

I agree with driving the Model A. Some antique cars just are not drive-able. They can be difficult to operate, have a low top speed that doesn't co-exist well with today's traffic, and are hard to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-19-2015, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,964
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Direct Replacement Halogen Bulbs

If you could provide a photo of the bulb's bases; that would give the Fordbarn population more to work with.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-13-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,041
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Gasket for a Snyders 6:1 HC Head

a-bone - Ken's answer was simply to suggest talking to the vendor (in this case Snyder's) since they produce the high compression head, and should be able to recommend the proper head gasket. Many...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-13-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,986
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Driving Miss Daisy

I drive a Fordor; so it is very easy to get in the front or the back. But my wife won't ride in the back unless (like mention above) there are two couples.

I always tell her to ride up front with...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-08-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,398
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: I think Mr. Ford is leaving us...

Below is part of an article I wrote for our club's newsletter. It came from a book written about Henry Ford by an author whose name I am forgetting. It gave me a more realistic interpretation of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-06-2015, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,977
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Pilot Bearing

Thank you, Mitch. I have caliper in hand to check the shaft.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-06-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,977
Posted By Ron/IA
Pilot Bearing

What is the diameter of the transmission input shaft where the flywheel pilot bearing goes.

I am not having any luck finding this info in my material.

Thanks,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-22-2015, 02:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,852
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Oval Speedometer/Odometer Question

Vin-Tin - Its not top secret, but the info is in a Word document that I have not been successful putting here.

I originally downloaded it from a chapter's web site in Oregon (I think). I would be...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-21-2015, 10:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,852
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Oval Speedometer/Odometer Question

PRG999 - It is very likely that a gear on the speedometer is not meshing. It could be one of several that ultimately drive the odometer. Also, the reset knob that allows you to reset the trip...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,065
Posted By Ron/IA
Re: Transmission Question

Brent - I am not familiar with "Mark" gears. Can you tell me where they are from?

Thanks,
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