Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2023, 08:06 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-06-2023, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,603
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2023, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,089
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2023, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 727
Re: starter woes
You have power going to ground [short] somewhere. A ground from frame to engine/transmission is a good thing, or should be a good thing. You are picking up power somewhere you shouldn't be.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2023, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,013
Re: Brake Adjustment - Confusion
I think it's simple. Been working on this stuff for 60 years, born a dealership.
I'm one that uses a brake board. I also like 50/50. Mine will lock the brakes at 30-35 MPH.
But mechanical are a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2023, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,392
Re: Radiator boiling over
Not much info to go on.
But, the problem is usually the radiator itself. You may be able to take to a radiator shop and have clean it. Or , you buy a new one.
These monsters tend to build up rust...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2023, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,013
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2023, 05:20 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,651
Re: Remember 9/11/01
Just like JFK's assassination, everyone knows where they were on that beautiful Tuesday. I was taking some folks to Boston. I had 3 strange talks with Albany, NYC and Boston ATC. landing at BOS was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-09-2023, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 537
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2023, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 826
Re: Late 31 rear axle cotter pin question
if the cotter is too long, just snip it off.
I think 125 # is too much. 80-90# is fine, then tighten until the cotter drops in which will be around the 100# range. The tapers should be clean and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2023, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,526
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2023, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,738
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2023, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,290
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2023, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,290
Re: One good reason for turn signals
40 years ago I got tired of getting the single finger salute from all the soccer moms. People do not know or care about hand signals.
So, the Parks, Cowls and Brake lights became LED Turns.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2023, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 885
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2023, 07:05 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,575
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2023, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 894
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2023, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 579
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2023, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,989
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2023, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 803
Re: Brake issues
These are mechanical non energizing brakes which are very different to modern energizing hydraulic systems. It takes some getting used to working on these.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2023, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,448
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2023, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 873
Re: 600W Oil
600W is about equal to 240 weight. Anything from 140-250 works fine.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-17-2023, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 390
Re: Rear Axle Rebuild
Back lash is measured with a dial indicator fastened so the indicator is on a tooth of the ring gear. Both backlash and tooth pattern go hand in hand.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2023, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,469
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2023, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,211
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