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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-03-2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,102
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: Speedometer display bounces

100% dead spot on - cable needs lubrication. My personal preference is SAE30 Non-detergent motor oil - it is a little difficult to find (most SAE30 contains detergents), but the non-detergent SAE30...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-03-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By AlphaBob
Speedster Build - Radiator & Wheel Identification

I'm trying to identify: (1) the wheel size and (2) year of the radiator shell on the speedster in the attached pictures.

Specifically, I'm guessing that the wheels are either 21" or 19". Is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-20-2022, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 865
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: Leakless / Greaseless? Water Pump Cartridge

Perfect! That's exactly the information I needed - the setup seemed a little odd, but logically it all makes sense. I also purchased the thrust collar. Haven't run the engine yet, but I'm getting...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-20-2022, 11:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 865
Posted By AlphaBob
Leakless / Greaseless? Water Pump Cartridge

Quick question: I've got the Leakless Water Pump Cartridge shown in the attached picture and there isn't a hole in the side of the cartridge for grease to reach the unit via the external grease...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-06-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,649
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: Hershey Haul Wednesday

Make sure to save enough money so you've got gas money to get home! : )

Related, someone, somewhere is probably still making payments on that Snap-on truck!

Jealous!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-06-2022, 02:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,912
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: Water Pump: (1) Notched Impeller (2) Grease in Radiator

Thanks Jim! Exactly what I needed to know!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-06-2022, 12:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,912
Posted By AlphaBob
Water Pump: (1) Notched Impeller (2) Grease in Radiator

I'm in the midst of rebuilding my water pump and have two quick questions:

(1) Why to people use a notched impeller on their water pumps? I understand that it is to slow down the movement of the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-12-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,038
Posted By AlphaBob
12-28 x 5/8" steel Fillister Screws (Tillitson)

I'd like to replace the beat up, rusty screws on my pot-metal Tillotson carburetor - its the one with three screws securing the bowl assembly. The screws appear to be 12-28 x 5/8" slotted which I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-12-2022, 02:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,717
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: marval mystrey oil & gas??

I've heard that Marvel Mystery Oil ("MMO") will loosen up old carbon deposits and make a mess until it clears. I have not seen it personally, but I heard it from an aircraft mechanic with over 40...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2022, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,613
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: 1929/1930 Pickup Chassis? Maybe?

Good tips. Thank you!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2022, 01:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,613
Posted By AlphaBob
Re: 1929/1930 Pickup Chassis? Maybe?

A speedster project - precisely! My intent is to leave the frame, motor, etc. completely original so in another 93 years if someone wants to return it to it's original glory nothing will be...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-03-2022, 11:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,613
Posted By AlphaBob
1929/1930 Pickup Chassis? Maybe?

This is my first post and I apologize because I know if I spend hours and hours searching through prior posts I will be able to discern exactly what I have. However, I'm anxious to get some parts...
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