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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-17-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,338
Posted By bigguy
Re: Howan i keep my whte wall from yellowing

Don't use any armor-all type products on the tires this will cause them to yellow as well
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-25-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,954
Posted By bigguy
Re: Is anyone using Wood Gas to power their A?

If you live in Va. they charge a $100 fee a year if you own a Hybrid Car! Governor this is for the fuel tax that we save and the state looses because they get better gas mileage.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-12-2013, 06:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,139
Posted By bigguy
Re: Where can I get Stainless Steel tacks

Try a marine supply store ?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,354
Posted By bigguy
Re: Powder coating removal.

any good paint supply store will have MEK
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-22-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,365
Posted By bigguy
Re: Vinegar in Cooling System

How about the use of a product called CLR can this be used to clean remove the scale from a Radiator
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-19-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,471
Posted By bigguy
Re: Clean carb exterior

this is a pot metal carb
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-19-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,471
Posted By bigguy
Clean carb exterior

What cleaning material can I use to clean the exterior of a carb. the carb iis unpainted and has been flooded many times it looks like I used the spray can type carb cleaner and it still looks the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,384
Posted By bigguy
Re: Nos surprise??

Not sure why the orginial drums were swedged, newer cars have brake drums that slide on over the studs and I have never seen a problem, I conclude the stud holes must be oversized to require this?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,044
Posted By bigguy
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-19-2012, 09:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,044
Posted By bigguy
Re: Model A Ignition Waveform

I have installed electronic ingition on my a, I have a scope that came out of a 70's garage put was told it would not work with electronic ingition, the manual I have with the scope does not address...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-05-2012, 01:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,315
Posted By bigguy
Re: An interesting Concept in lifts

very simular to the quick lift that went out of business I have one and like it
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-27-2012, 09:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,511
Posted By bigguy
Re: pan-hard bar

where do you by a sway-bar for a model a
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-27-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,138
Posted By bigguy
Re: F100 steering box

does the car need to be rewired with the f-100 box or can the stock switch be used?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-29-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,025
Posted By bigguy
Re: Rear Axle Shims

Yes, I think it is easier to put in bore of hub and slide hub on axle then torque
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-20-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By bigguy
Re: electric vs mechanical (old style) temp gauges

connect to connection box on firewall only one side is hot with switch off ,otherside is hot 24 /7 chect with meter to make sure you get the right post
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-02-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,329
Posted By bigguy
Re: kwik lift

this is a drive on type raise back end with floor jack about 20" off ground when raised
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-02-2012, 08:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,329
Posted By bigguy
kwik lift

found a good price for a kwik lift need to disassemble and move to my garage. Not knowing much about them can one old dude disassemble and load in a pick-up truck about how heave is the larges pice...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-16-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,434
Posted By bigguy
carb with x on side

I checked the carb on my car it runs fine put don"t know who built it it has a X on the side of it this is the only thing i could see with out pulling does any one know who build it in case I need...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-23-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,646
Posted By bigguy
Re: Installing runningboard trim

removed old trim by sliding with help from end would think install would be reverse the running board would have to be stright than install screws from back
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 21,405
Posted By bigguy
Re: Ford Barn button at MARC National Meet

I would purchase also online if availble
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-21-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,251
Posted By bigguy
Re: running board trim

I'm thinking years ago we used vinigar to pickle gutters turning them black, they were galvinized which contained a high content on zinc I won't use this stick to the polish or maybe 1500 sandpaper...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-24-2012, 10:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,967
Posted By bigguy
Re: How Do I Cover Up Whitewall Tires?

I just used black spray vinyl dye turned them around, use brake fluid after drying for a new look and they look great I wiped the white wall side down with a pre-paint pre and only painted the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-17-2011, 04:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,023
Posted By bigguy
Thumbs down Re: Orange Engine Paint?

Red Lead paint was orange in color like Chevolet Orange
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-16-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,816
Posted By bigguy
Re: Fixing cracked oil return tube

you have to get all of the oil out of the joint in order for the solider to stick this can't be done unless the joint is disassembled and bloth surfaces cleaned
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,803
Posted By bigguy
Re: Rattling spark arrestor?

I have one that when into gas tank an I can't seam to be able to get hold of it to try and fish out any suggestions
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