Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2022, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 4,858
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2022, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 14,329
Re: Best chassis paint for rusty frame
I am not sure most would agree, but I sent all of my black chassis parts to a powder coating company. This included the frame, axle housings, front end parts, backing plates, steering gear box,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2022, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,856
Re: Teaching my 15YO to drive my A
I started teaching my daughter to drive our 1930 Coupe when she was about 12 years old, on private property. She drove the Coupe a few times when she got her license at 16 and also on a few trips...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2022, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,210
Re: Water pump/ carb
Bill,
Glad to help. I will have to check with some of our club members for a radiator shop that works on Model A radiators. The one all of us used for years doesn't do them anymore.
Ken Brekke
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2022, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,122
Re: Any way to check condition of wood in fordor
One thing I did to check the integrity of the body wood on my 30 Town Sedan was to slowly turn into a driveway where there was an incline. I looked at the inside door tops to see if they didn't...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2022, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,862
Re: Loosing spark on number 3 plug
I finally had a chance to get back to help my friend with his model A missing spark on plug 3. We pulled the distributor out and removed the upper plate. The post that the points go on to wasn't...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2022, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,862
Re: Loosing spark on number 3 plug
We did try swapping the plugs. The problem stayed on #3. It misfires when the spark advance is raised up about midway. It sparks again when we move the advance lever down. I am hoping my friend...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,862
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,862
Loosing spark on number 3 plug
I am helping a friend that has a strange ignition problem. The timing is correct. The point gap, plug gap, and rotor to body gaps are all fine. The engine runs great when the spark is advanced...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2022, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,577
Re: brake adjustment
Adjusting the brakes with the temperature method is very consistent and you don't need an assistant.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2022, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,577
Re: brake adjustment
The method I use after doing a brake job is to use a temperature gun. I drive the car and apply and hold the brakes slightly. Then pull over and take the temperature of the drums. I back off the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2022, 06:34 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,839
Re: Town Sedan not liking hills!
I had this problem years ago with my 31 tudor. The problem ended up being a small piece of brass in the fuel shut off valve. At slower speeds everything was fine. But at higher speeds, it would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2021, 09:27 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,882
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2021, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,173
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-27-2021, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,566
Re: Club Gifts, Prizes and Awards
I have given the laminated shop drawings that are available from MAFCA to some Model A friends. They are very nice and reasonably priced.
https://www.mafca.com/cart/index.php?productID=177
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2021, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2021, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Re: Model A C-Cab project
Thanks for suggesting Mill Supply!!! It looks like they have exactly what I am looking for. https://www.millsupply.com/slam-latch-spring-loaded-k167a.php?p=323034
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2021, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Re: Model A C-Cab project
The one on Ebay isn't the style I am looking for. I am looking for the mechanism with the upper and lower rods that insert into the upper and lower framing. The junkyard option might be kind of fun...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2021, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Model A C-Cab project
Well my dream of making a C-Cab delivery is finally in the works. I have had a lot of fun steam bending the wood pieces. I have no plans or prints to go by so I am scaling from some good pictures. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2021, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 941
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2021, 04:11 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 941
Re: 30/31 cowl band stud
So the remedy is to weld on a good section rather than remove the entire bad one and install a good one?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2021, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 941
30/31 cowl band stud
I have a nice 30/31 cowl band with the exception that the threaded stud on one side is broken. Is it possible to swap that stud out? I have another band that is rough but has a good threaded stud...
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Forum: Model-A
09-25-2020, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 570
Seat Springs
I am looking for a good set of seat springs for a 30/31 Coupe or Pick-up. I am building a panel delivery and want to use a bench seat. I am in Central WI.
Please contact me with pictures and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2020, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,794
Re: Battery Isolator switch
I would also agree that fixing the problem would be best. I recently worked on a Model A with this disconnect switch. There was so much corrosion/resistance in the contacts that it wouldn't let the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2019, 05:47 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,438
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