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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 05:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 814
Posted By Wick
Re: 31 Roadster ready for summer

I've been driving the car daily this past week and it's been great.
Yesterday I brought the 40 out for it's turn on the roads.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 05:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By Wick
Re: Gear Grind After Clutch Adjustment

Try only pushing the pedal down 1/2 or 3/4 the way and see if it helps.
Model As tend to have a sweet spot when shifting. Your shift point (rpms) can make a difference also.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 05:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 285
Posted By Wick
Re: Transmission noise - attempt two failed to solve the problem.

I suspect the front transmission bearing. The transmission is at the proper oil level?
I have the same noise in one car, if you are going slow in 1rst it's noisy, put it under a load like...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 04:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 303
Posted By Wick
Re: AA Hub cap tool?

Thank you very much.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-01-2024, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 303
Posted By Wick
Cool AA Hub cap tool?

Need to remove the hubcaps from a AA ,the caps are 8 sided, is there a special socket?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 814
Posted By Wick
31 Roadster ready for summer

I've been taking care of this Roadster for almost a year now for a friend. This weekend I gave it a good shake down. Still have a few items to work on, mirror clock and polish out a original gas...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By Wick
Re: Car Will Not Pull Under Load

Excellent Post Shew.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 711
Posted By Wick
Re: Power Loss After Carb Rebuild

I only use original jets when rebuilding a zenith, I've never been satisfied with repo jets.
Also I sonic clean all the parts.
I just want to touch on the throttle linkage because it may...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,112
Posted By Wick
Re: Stupid question of the day. (maybe the year)

Go on YouTube and watch my video. It's very easy.
Hookemfair garage
Tips for installing the oil pan.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 02:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 711
Posted By Wick
Re: Power Loss After Carb Rebuild

Have someone mash the pedal down, look at carburetor....is it wide open?
I have found dozens of model As where wide open is only 1/2 or 3/4 open.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,513
Posted By Wick
Re: Homemade Radiator Mascots

I found a old Dance contest trophy with two dancers on it. It looked nice on the model A
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 697
Posted By Wick
Re: Leak on top of carb...

Looks like a side bowl carburetor to me. At some point someone has put a bolt in the flange that was too long and cracked the carburetor Right above the adjustment screw.
I have also seen the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 209
Posted By Wick
Re: light switch install

Go to Hookemfair Garage on YouTube. I show the process of installing the light switch.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-14-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By Wick
Re: my project and my thanks...

Looks very well built,Notice the body curves with the bottom of the cab.
You may find a small brass tag or something engraved on it.
I would like to see some photos of the interior of the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-13-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 650
Posted By Wick
Re: Engine will not crank

Make sure the battery cables are Thick 6v cables. Raise the hood and use your hand to push the starter rod. If nothing, pull the starter and bench test it. The starter has to have a good ground to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-13-2024, 05:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 554
Posted By Wick
Re: Blown exhaust gasket and rough idle?

If your planning on keeping the car and drive it regularly here's my suggestion.
Buy a New exhaust manifold. Clean the block surface as clean as you can get it. When attaching the intake,leave...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-12-2024, 05:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,162
Posted By Wick
Re: Another Find

My plans are to hang it from the ceiling of my shop until I have a widebed truck. The sides use to raise up, so plans are to make them functional again.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-11-2024, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By Wick
Re: Luray today

I just got home from Luray, sales were good on this Saturday morning. My big $1 table was restocked 3 different times, I think I met everyone. The rain did not hurt one bit.
I thought i would...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-09-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,966
Posted By Wick
Re: Sticking valves?

You might be looking in the wrong place. Get out the floor jack, raise the front end up and spin each wheel. Won't free wheel will it? Now check the rear wheels. Draging or sticking brakes will...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-07-2024, 05:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By Wick
Re: Looking for magazine article on Ration Truck.

I contacted Old cars weekly. They are more then happy to send me a copy, asked how many I would like.
Great company!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-07-2024, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 563
Posted By Wick
Re: Appco accessory found

This accessory is so the ladies don't have to reach so far for the factory choke rod.
Not lady like.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,162
Posted By Wick
Another Find

Hanging up in a barn was this pickup top.
Seems to be for a wide bed pickup?
Going to measure my buddys truck tomorrow.
Has square nuts on it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 563
Posted By Wick
Appco accessory found

Was cleaning out storage cabinets today,found 2 of these. I believe it attaches under the dashboard and is used to adjust the carburetor. ( for the ladies )
Forum: Model-A 05-06-2024, 07:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 264
Posted By Wick
Parts coming to Luray

Roadster doors 28-31
Phaeton rear doors 28-31
Headlights, cowl lights 28-31
Sport lights 28-31
Shock arms
Windshield sanctions 30-31 standard and Deluxe
This is just a small sample.
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-06-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,438
Posted By Wick
Re: Mid-Atlantic Pre-War Swap Meet, 05/10/2024-05/11/2024, Luray, VA

Bringing a few doors, and a couple of deck lids. Lights etc.
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