Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2024, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 13
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Re: Stipe Machine/Specialty Motor Cams
I got my Stipe shocks 2 years ago. Visited the shop in Plymouth, WI. I know there are lots of Model A'ers in WI and perhaps someone could stop at the shop for a look. Close by would be Manitowoc,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2024, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,448
Re: Best riding A?
How about tires ? Old tires get hard and give a stiff ride. Radials are much better riding. Bill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2024, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 875
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2024, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,009
Re: Wire wheel balancing
I have used stick on weights on the back side of the rims. They are very secure and balance well. Balance job was done with spin machine at local garage. Weights are painted wheel color so the hide...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2024, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 683
Re: Wind Wing installation
My wind wings have been on for a long time and been very secure. I learned from a friend who had trouble. Use a couple drops of super glue to fix rubbers into the metal holders. Wait a bit to be sure...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2024, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,775
Re: Synchronized Transmission
Much of the fun of having a model A is mastering all of the tricks of the car. For sure, take the help of a club member or someone you know about transmission oil, clutch health and double clutching....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2024, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 549
40 wt synthetic hydraulic fluid
I need it for my Stipe shocks. This is what they use. I have tried many, many sources. Tell me where you have found it please. Thanks, Bill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-05-2024, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 642
Re: Model A produce trucks
In the summer, in Two Rivers, WI a man came every week in a 1914 Model T touring with the car full of flowers and vegetables. I looked mostly at the car but my Aunt bought veggies.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,086
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2024, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 828
Re: Wood storage question
Agree that Ash is good stuff to use. But lets remember that Henry tended to use what was available from his Michigan U P property. I store my oak, ash, pine and southern hard pine in my unheated...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2024, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 688
Re: 1929 Standard Roadster
On my '29 there is a long rubber seal on the bottom of the frame that seals against the cowl and I think there are thin seals on the stanchions. (either my T or A- - I can't go look now.) Bill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-16-2024, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,529
Re: Model A Vendor
TAMS in MA is the same. Parts right out. CC on file and Joe and Joanne are great to deal with. Bill
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2024, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,075
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-27-2023, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,265
Re: Wheel Weights
Ditto Gene F except I have them spun at my local garage. Never had a stick on weight come off
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-16-2023, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,117
Re: 1929 Roadster Pickup Top Bows
Best way of course is to replace the wood. From the pictures I can not tell how much wood is left in the bad area. A trip to a good boat yard should help you find some treatments for rotten wood that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2023, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,311
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2023, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,018
Re: Poll Re Driving Original Model "A"
It all depends on where you live/where you are driving. I live in rural Maine and do not drive in rain storms and do not drive at night. I put on 1100-1200 miles a year. I can safely drive wherever I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2023, 07:45 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 907
Re: Model A Shock Arm Length
The Stipe shocks on my '29 roadster a 2 years old. I measured them on the car in my 9 degree garage with a very cold tape. Best I could tell the front arm is 7 1/4" overall and the rear is 8 1/2"...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-27-2023, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,249
Re: 12 conversion
I agree with Werner. 6 v Model A Ford's are legendary. Do you have the correct cables ? Are connections clean with no paint ? Starter switch the same ? Are all cells up to a good level ?
I do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2023, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,190
Re: Radial Inner Tubes vs regular tubes
I got my American Classic 21" radials from Cocker. I also got their TR 135 450-21 tubes and liners. They describe their tubes as being built to their own specs and good, new rubber and heavy duty....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2023, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 754
Re: 28-29 Roadster Convertible Boot Source
Find a boat upholstery shop and take your roadster for them to look at. Fall is often a slow time for them and those folks are very clever fitting odd shapes. I have a '29 and my boot is light, black...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2023, 05:52 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,244
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2023, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 663
Re: engine pans
JayJay:as I suspect either the pan cover or the engine pans are wrong for my car. Pan cover flange is very close to the bolt heads and the engine pans overlap some of the heads. Guess I need to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2023, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 663
engine pans
Does anyone know of a source for these where the bolt head area has been cut out so the pan bolts are accessible for tightening ? Thanks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2023, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 652
Re: Recommendation for rim / tire combo
You will get many, many opinions at Gilmore. You will also see hundreds of Model A's and should be able to pick a wheel size that looks good to you, tires too.
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