Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 12:32 AM
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Re: Washer for Rear Backing Plate
The attached article addresses another problem with rear backing plates.
http://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Rear-Backing-Plates.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2024, 01:07 PM
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Re: Part ID
It is an A-1190 dust seal used on the front wheels.
See attached article. Beware of repos.
http://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/A1190-Dust-Seal.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2024, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 18
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Re: Polarity tester
The concern is that the spark at the spark plug travels in the correct direction. This is determined by the polarity applied to the ignition coil. You can determine this by using the old pencil trick...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 29
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Re: help! clutch won‘t disengage…
If your clutch disk is the poor-quality type that has permeated the Model Kingdom, it is a good chance a spring has come out and is jamming the clutch. The attached article explains it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 01:42 PM
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Re: Randy Gross new brakes cost?
Randy Gross is a really good guy to do business with. I have known him for years; he lives a few miles down the street from me. Contact him at 714-292-8660.
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2024, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Distributor Question
Pretty much as above:
Set both distributors at .020.
Put the engine on the timing mark.
Install the first distributor and set the timing and tighten the cam screw and remove the distributor...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2024, 05:25 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2024, 05:25 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2024, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Positive ground tach
see attached.
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/4-Tachometer.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 18
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Re: Differential Pinion Gear Bearing Preload
When I first started rebuilding Model A differentials back in 1988, I researched all the literature I could find in the Model A kingdom. Information written in the day by old Model A guys recommended...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 20
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Re: Leaking gas tank
Whatever you do to seal the tank, it is prudent to install the later steering column mount to take pressure off the one riveted to the tank. When we restored my grandson's 1930 Tudor, we installed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2024, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 984
Re: Condenser Capacity
Attached is what I have discovered.
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Change-the-Condenser-rev-2023.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-03-2024, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: brake pedal
The last page of the attached article describes how to even the pedals.
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Bell-Housing-Restoration-Color-Version.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2024, 12:33 AM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Wheel Bearing Part #’s
Attached!
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Model-A-Bearing-Part-Numbers.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: So Cal radiator repair shop
Tom's Radiator shop
828 W. Chapman
Orange, CA 92868
714-532-6771
tomsradiatororange.com
The City of Orange is about 40 miles south of Pasadena. It is where the famous Model A pancake...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 04:06 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2024, 11:21 AM
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Replies: 9
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Re: Ring gear replacement
The attached article may help.
http://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/flywheel-ring-gear.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,106
Re: Fuse blowing
This may help. Also check the terminal block on the firewall. The repose often allows the head of each screw to back off at the back and touch the firewall and short out.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 33
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Re: How to grease leaf springs?
Here is how we did it to the rear spring on my grandsons 1930 Tudor.
https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spring-restoration-PDF.pdf
Tom Endy
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2024, 03:58 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2024, 10:58 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2024, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 17
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Re: pinion gear double cup bearing issue
The reason the double pinion bearing race fell out during disassembly is because it had spun in the banjo housing mounting. You can see the spin marks in the banjo photo. This is because the last...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Rear End Rebuild Advice/Help Needed
I agree.
The trick is to torque only the right side. Then install the carrier and start running the bolts down on the left side evenly and turn the ring gear with your finger until you feel it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2024, 01:59 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 782
Re: Rear End Rebuild Advice/Help Needed
Denny:
You need to add more shims under the bearings on each side of the carrier to be able to install at least one .010 paper gasket on each side of the banjo to achieve the proper pre-load,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-19-2024, 12:54 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 898
Re: Carb Disassembly Tips
Be very careful with the disassembly. A lot of good Zeniths have been destroyed during disassembly. The attached document should guide you through it.
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