Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2013, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,924
Re: What makes a Grown Man Cry?
Was tiling around the tub/shower during a bathroom remodel at my house. I had a hammer with me and placed it on the window sill inside the tub area.Big mistake.
Phone rang and I went to grab the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2013, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,948
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2013, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,004
Re: 29 roadster vacuum wiper help needed.
My Roadster was built in July 1930. It is vacuum wiper and looks like that is consistent with the chart.
Seems strange they went back and forth on the wiper design. Wish mine was electric.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2013, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,004
Re: 29 roadster vacuum wiper help needed.
My 30 deluxe roadster has a vacuum wiper mounted inside the car. I think the open cars all did until later in the 30's.
Besides the vacuum lines you have mentioned already you should see metal...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2013, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,437
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2013, 08:36 AM
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Replies: 70
Views: 16,563
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2013, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,420
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2013, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 90
Views: 20,090
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2013, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 90
Views: 20,090
Re: Please help, any advice?
Also, check ground to from battery to frame to be sure it is a clean connection. Fuel and electrical issues can mimic each other. I have been there.....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2013, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 90
Views: 20,090
Re: Please help, any advice?
Just a thought. Be sure your gas cap is venting properly. Sometimes the cork gasket around the inner rim covers the vent holes as they compress. I trimmed mine back a fair bit to clear the holes. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2013, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 18,908
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2013, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 18,908
Re: Keeping mice from above the headliner
I have had decent luck sealing up entry points in buildings with pre-mixed concrete patch. Comes in small plastic containers at Home depot or most hardware stores. The critters will chew through most...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,027
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2013, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,201
Re: Wiper motor replacement
According to Fiken's wiper service these motors are made of pot metal and warp in the chamber area.This condition does not allow the paddle to make a good vacuum seal.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2013, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,201
Wiper motor replacement
I just found out that the inside mount vacum wiper motor on my 30 Deluxe roadster is not rebuildable.:(
Can anyone suggest a source for a working original replacement or decent aftermarket unit. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2013, 08:48 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,283
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2013, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 13,587
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2013, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 84
Views: 11,714
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2013, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,171
Re: vermin and model A's
Sonic traps are next to useless. Set them up in my attic and came back to a major mice infestation. The only trap that works is a snap type trap or glue traps but the glue ones are quite inhumane...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2011, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 11,371
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2011, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,936
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2011, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,280
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-17-2011, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 15,615
Re: Stock Model A 1/4 mile time?
Back in the 60's my 1951 ford Victoria with a stock flathead V8 and 3 speed stick used to turn about 18 seconds and 74mph on a good day. Not bad for 100HP, 239 Cubic inches, and 90k miles.......Even...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2011, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 13,942
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2011, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,983
Re: Engine rebuilder?
I bought my 1930 Roadster from a guy in Oregon. The motor that is in it was rebuilt 3 years ago by B.J.'s Engines & Parts located in Grant's Pass, Oregon.
Try contacting Bill Jordan (541) ...
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