Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2025, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,339
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2025, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,184
Re: Let’s Talk about Turn Signals (Again)
I did what "ModelA29" did and used all LED bulbs with an LED flasher and haven't needed anything else. I also have the rear brake light/flasher bar. There have been no problems and no extra wiring. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2025, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,339
Re: Oil coming out clutch inspection plate
Marshall- The builder did all of the work. I just installed it as a long block
Richard- It seems to be engine oil. The transmission was in and connected to the driveline (Mitchell synchro and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-21-2025, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,339
Oil coming out clutch inspection plate
I just installed a newly rebuilt engine from a reputable builder that you all know. I won't mention their name as I wish them no ill will. I started it for the first time today and drove it 4 miles....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2024, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 530
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2024, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 530
Simplest way to replace T/O bearing on slider
Barner's,
I am wondering what is the most practical way to replace the throw out bearing on the slider. Transmission is out, so access is not the question. I understand these are "press fit," so the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 12:02 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,221
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2024, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,221
pinion gear double cup bearing issue
In preparation for a Mitchell overdrive I removed the torque tube from the banjo and the drive shaft with pinion gear and double cup bearing just fell out of the banjo housing. I'm pretty certain...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,114
Re: Spring Perch install
Thanks guys! I was referring to installing the perches into the axle/bushings. I appreciate the info. on removing the old ones. My perches just fell out, so very worn to say the least. My axle is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,114
Spring Perch install
Hey fellas. I was wondering a couple of things about installing front spring perches in the axle. 1) Is a press required to install perches in the axle? If so, with the shape of the perch, how is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2023, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 919
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2023, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 919
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2023, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 919
Help with gear ratio when engine/transm. removed
I am trying to determine the differential gear ratio and need a little help. My engine and transmission are removed and I was wondering how I could calculate the ratio by watching the driveshaft turn...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2022, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 67
Views: 13,010
Re: Hagerty Insurance
Gene, yes, they asked, but had no problem that it was a "joy ride." Am I missing something here? They offered to send an adjuster, but I said I preferred to do the leg work myself, knowing local...
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Forum: Early V8
01-02-2022, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 509
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2022, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 13,010
Re: Hagerty Insurance
I had to make a claim with Hagerty last year. My 4-blade fan came off and nearly destroyed my radiator, cut through wiring harness and did significant body damage to the side panel. They allowed me...
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Forum: Early V8
10-24-2021, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,175
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-22-2021, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,579
Re: Foamy Transmission Oil
Y-Blockhead;
I know this is probably of little use, but I had the exact same thing happen to mine. Foamed something fierce! This was a mostly rebuilt tranny that I did myself and cleaned and dried...
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Forum: Early V8
10-11-2021, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,175
1939 Ford Pickup
1939 Ford Pickup
85 H.P. numbers matching engine/frame.
Very original, mostly stock pickup. I have owned it for 2 years and purchased it from whom I believe is the second owner. He...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-26-2021, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,713
Re: Why won't it start?
Thanks for the suggestions fellas. As often happens, when you sleep on a problem, you wake up with "new eyes."
It just didn't make sense to me, so my first step in the morning was to make sure...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-26-2021, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,713
Re: Why won't it start?
Thank you for your suggestions. Why would I be able to "bump", as I call it, the starter, and move the pickup a few feet if it were bad ring gear teeth? Doesn't that mean the starter/bendix is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-25-2021, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,713
Why won't it start?
'39 mostly stock pickup. It had a 12V conversion before I bought it. Has started fine since I have owned it (2 yrs) but now won't start. Has a brand new battery. Leads are clean. Starter seems to be...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-16-2020, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,218
Re: Fan came apart!!
I thought it would be interesting to send this photo. I believe this is where it all started, at the hub. I suppose the blade could have come off first causing an imbalance and then the hub broke...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-16-2020, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,218
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-15-2020, 10:24 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,218
Re: Fan came apart!!
Thanks John. I thought it was modified, but not certain. It was mounted to the front of the alternator on a very small belt pulley. I think that was the problem as it was maybe 2" in diameter,...
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