Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 11:16 PM
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Replies: 17
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Re: Too much gear lube
I have been using 600W in gearbox and differential. I just switched both to 85-140 GL5 and so far have noticed no difference. Proof will come this winter, the car has always been very difficult to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Steering Gearbox Mounting Bolt direction.
Unless I misread, I don't think Brent was asking for a variance from a published standard, he was asking if there is a published standard. I suspect he'd be more than happy to install this steering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 268
Re: Steering Gearbox Mounting Bolt direction.
I would think it would be in Area 8, but I looked and didn't see anything. Not that I'm a Fine Points guy anyhow...
FWIW, when I took apart my unmolested '30 Town Sedan that's the way the steering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,346
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 11,725
Re: Model A serial number verification
Yes, I have a current title that came over from Wisconsin in 2017, and the frame number and engine number match the title. My concern is getting some knucklehead at DMV that insists on inspecting a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 250
Re: Valve lapping procedure
Craig - Place valve in its spot, then insert the two piece guide from underneath. Be sure to push both pieces completely up, they should hold without the springs and keepers. (Some folks pull up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 422
Re: Brake problem
This looks to me more like the transmission/torque tube is sagging, say from motor mounts not being where they are supposed to be. Look to be sure the front motor mount is installed correctly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 474
Re: Exhaust Fumes
I was getting an exhaust smell inside the passenger compartment of my '31. Turns out that sometime in the past someone had run over something (I don't remember doing it) and put a gash on the bottom...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 660
Re: Too much gear lube
If you let the car cool down before checking levels, you will lessen the chance of burning yourself on the muffler.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,346
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,726
Re: I give up
I think you’re off a decimal point - up and down play should be 0.003”, not 0.03”. But I do agree, 0.018” is excessive. Not sure how you do that unless you omit the spacer at the bottom?
Whether...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 402
Re: Front Hub Stuck to Brakes
Mike - you didn’t say whether there is a lip on the inner circumference of the drums. If there isn’t, then you could try gentle pull with a puller while tapping around the drum to get the shoes to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 482
Re: Ruidoso MAFCA meet
Years ago I was riding a motorcycle from Phoenix to Yuma in early June - not the best planning, I admit. I couldn’t leave Phoenix until 10am, and it was 110F. I stopped in Gila Bend for some fluids...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 482
Re: Ruidoso MAFCA meet
I’ll be in one of the groups from San Jose (I’m in TK and SK’s group) noodling along at about 260 miles/day. Nk, I’d love to meet you and any other barners face to face. Synchro, should be able to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2024, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 6,072
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2024, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 6,072
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2024, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 6,072
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2024, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 494
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2024, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 6,072
Re: Tools/supplies needed while traveling
Things I’ve either had, or traveling companions have had, fail on the road that I’ve not seen mentioned:
—Timing gear (and gaskets to replace it)
—Radiator hoses and clamps
—Radiator cap gasket...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2024, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 11,725
Re: Model A serial number verification
California has a process where individuals can be licensed to verify VIN. My 30 Town Sedan body is off the frame right now, I intend to get one of these guys in to verify the frame vs engine vs...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2024, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,464
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2024, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 560
Re: Tight Fit for Inner Wheel Bearing
Yes, it appears that spindle shaft has been peened (not “preened”), that’s what the dots are. As mentioned, likely because a bearing has spun in the past. Hand peening like that can lead to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2024, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 658
Re: White walls
Actually I have a set of black metal discs and those stainless band tread covers, but those rattle something fierce. Hopefully at Turlock next year I can find a couple of cheap whitewalls to use as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2024, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 658
Re: White walls
I think this is another one of those topics like “what’s the best oil” and “antifreeze or not” that we’ll never resolve. ��
FWIW, I have whitewalls on the four corners and two fender-mounted spare...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2024, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 555
Re: Washer for Rear Backing Plate
While you are at it, suggest you get a new set of the special nuts to be sure all of your hardware is correct. BTW, last set of the new bolts I ordered were just a hair too large to go through the...
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