Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2011, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 16,017
Re: Champion C-16C
The reference to W16 pertains exactly! I used that portion to refer to the manner of Champion's numbering system.
The Champion heat range chart you're reading is an exact contradiction .... let me...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2011, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,612
Re: Another thrill for an older Model A driver.
Nice story and picture, Fred.
But I must admit, for a split-second I was in mild shock. I thought that was the middle finger on your left hand!
I thought ... well he's smiling so I guess it's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2011, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 58
Views: 30,432
Re: 5 Main bearing Model A block
If and when Burtz secures enough investors and pays them off and then works out all the bugs, George's great work may be the best deal ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 11:11 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 10,930
Re: Model b head
Carl, punch in Automotive Racing Products on your search. They are a renown company for making all sorts of high strength automotive studs, bolts, nuts, etc., etc.. They also have a tech line as I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 10,930
Re: Model b head
Instead of waiting almost 17 years to complain about it, you should have contacted me for a full refund or a replacement within a reasonable amount of time. As long as the customer did not have the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 08:23 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 20,095
Re: Babbitt Bearings
Thanks for your input, Giles. However, I don't care for thick babbitt even though it will work on a Model A. Pete, below, from another thread put it in words better than myself:
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 07:25 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 20,095
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 02:23 PM
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Replies: 58
Views: 30,432
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2011, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 20,095
Re: Babbitt Bearings
Hello Kohnke. I see you're still singing the babbitt tunes.
You've seen a variety of engines go through your shop.
What in your opinion would be the longevity of thick babbitt bearings, the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2011, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 10,930
Re: Model b head
Mr. Kelley, I sent you an email to the address you show in your post. Thanks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 09:36 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2011, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,650
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2010, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 9,842
Re: NOT A, but i need your help!
Tube, when spray painting anything always spray "wet coats" or in other words, enough paint to gloss as applied (and of course as you have discovered; not so wet that it runs).
On the other hand,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2010, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,743
Re: water in fuel
Col. Clement has it right.
Seal it off with a plastic can or something that will completely cover the gas cap down to the tank and see what happens the next time it rains.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2010, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,030
Re: Brake drums
Well what differences do you see in the areas that really matter .... such as the tensile strength, hardness, chemical composition and the basic characteristics of the China iron under elevated...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2010, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,030
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-27-2010, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 9,437
Re: Drilled hole in block
As already referenced by a few above it may be of interest to you to know that many more modern engines are made with stud holes that are open to the water jacket and it is not a problem. For...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2010, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,128
Re: anti freeze in an A/B engine.
Tudor is correct. You can also use chemically treated test strips that change color to indicate the pH of the antifreeze. BUT all a litmus paper reading really tells you is whether or not the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2010, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,531
Re: Ring & pinion question
The biggest percentage run the Regular B-F Head 5.9 but some run the B-F Super Heads in various ratios; 6.5, 6.85, 7 and 7.5 to 1.
Most did not change the cam. That's why I used the words "and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2010, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,128
Re: anti freeze in an A/B engine.
Antifreeze may still look green and good as new and with the proper mix do its job to prevent the water from freezing but it can become acidic over time and if it does then corrosion starts to eat at...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2010, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 10,847
Re: Most expensive A?
Figuring what something is worth is not that hard to determine if one has enough knowledge. Ever watch Pawn Stars? ... or better yet why does anyone bother with professional appraisers?
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