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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2023, 01:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 501
Posted By Nlbloch
Rumble Seat Solution?

This is a small matter, but a frustrating one. Does anyone have a good solution to keeping the top brackets of the rumble seat from popping out of the slots on the lid deck? I know where to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-07-2022, 05:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,357
Posted By Nlbloch
Battery health

Is there a way to test the health of a battery?
I installed a new battery November, 2019.
I do not disconnect in winter; store car indoors.
In summer I drive about 5 miles most days....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-04-2022, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nlbloch
Radiator cap

I’m giving up on moto-meter style radiator cap — too many experiences with stuck cap.

Any recommendations on replacement for 30- Coupe? Radiator is a recent replacement. Problem I am trying...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-04-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Stuck motometer radiator cap

Thanks for the suggestions. Still stuck. I’m giving up on this style of cap and going back to the flat top.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By Nlbloch
Stuck motometer radiator cap

I have a Ford script motometer with the temperature gauge showing through a small window. The upper half of the cap seems to be stuck to the lower half, such that the entire motometer housing comes...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-13-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,388
Posted By Nlbloch
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-13-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,388
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Starter stuck in on position

Thanks to everyone who responded. Great ideas here, and the YouTube is very helpful!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-13-2021, 07:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,388
Posted By Nlbloch
Starter stuck in on position

This problem has occurred now twice in the past month: the starter seems to get stuck in the "on" position after pressing the floor button to start the engine.

The first time I was somehow able...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-28-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,843
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Radiator fin rust

Thanks. Is there a rust cleaning solution that should be used to clean out the radiator before re-filling?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2021, 11:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,843
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Radiator fin rust

Was it called Metal Blast? I see that on Amazon.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,843
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Radiator fin rust

Thanks. Do you remember what the rust removal cleaner was called? I looked on the o'Reilly website but did not find it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2021, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,843
Posted By Nlbloch
Radiator fin rust

I am having problems with rust appearing on the fins of my relatively new 30 Coupe radiator. I honestly don't know where it came from -- possibly overflow from radiator cap. How do you clean the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-26-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,838
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: what kind of grease gun are you using?

Tom,
I’m looking to buy the small cartridges of grease that I have used for years in my hand grease gun. No one seems to carry them any longer — but maybe I’m not searching for the right thing. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-15-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,044
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Engine diagnosis?

Thanks! Will try over the weekend and report back
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-14-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,044
Posted By Nlbloch
Engine diagnosis?

I would appreciate some guidance on where to start looking for my problem.

Brought the car out of winter storage with no issues. Drove car for several hours without issues.

Today, the engine...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,193
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Installing motometer

Thanks to everyone for your updates and insights. Much appreciated.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-05-2019, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,193
Posted By Nlbloch
Installing motometer

Looking for proper guidance to install new motometer so that I don’t mess up the radiator collar nor the new motometer. Do I need to loosen the Allen nuts so that it turns easily, or is there some...
Forum: Model-A 04-25-2019, 04:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 638
Posted By Nlbloch
cup or bottle holder for Ford Model A

For closed cars except 28-29 Fordor Sedan and Cabriolet

Mounts to back side of the dash rail using existing screw. Holds two 16 oz bottles. All metal, black powder coated steel

Brand new....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-25-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,608
Posted By Nlbloch
Re: Lubrication chart in Les Andrews' book

Thanks, everyone, for your replies. That has to be the most difficult zerk fitting. My 1930 coupe has a rubber floor mat which has been riveted into place at the top. So to access the opening, I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2019, 08:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,608
Posted By Nlbloch
Lubrication chart in Les Andrews' book

At the end of Les Andrew's book (pages 3-4 and 3-5) there are some very useful lubrication diagrams with letters and numbers. However, I can't find a legend for the meaning of the letters or numbers...
Forum: Model-A 08-05-2018, 09:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 883
Posted By Nlbloch
Cup Holders for Model A

For closed cars except 28-29 Fordor Sedan and Cabriolet

Mounts to back side of the dash rail using existing screw. Holds two 16 oz bottles. All metal, black powder coated steel

Brand new.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-15-2018, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,532
Posted By Nlbloch
stuck radiator cap

I have a thermostat-style radiator cap that became badly corroded. I have soaked it in CLR and most of the corrosion dissolved, but I still have some crust that just won't disappear.

Worse...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-29-2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,083
Posted By Nlbloch
rookie mistake

I think I just made a rookie mistake of draining the transmission (gearbox?) oil instead of the crankcase oil.

What to replace it with? 600W?

How much?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-29-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 849
Posted By Nlbloch
rookie mistake

I think I just made a rookie mistake of draining the transmission oil instead of the crankcase oil.

Is the replacement oil 600W? If so, how much?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-09-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,785
Posted By Nlbloch
How to lubricate a speedometer

Can someone refer me to a technical article or video on the how-to's of lubricaating a speedometer cable? I've read several posts about the type of lubricant to use, but I am at a much more basic...
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