Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 10:49 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 06:26 PM
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Re: Zenith 1 Carburetor leak trouble
Casting may be bad. Could be cracked, or porous.
Look at the thin wall between the center bolt, and the secondary well.
That was an eye opening experience for me. Put gas in the separated lower...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2024, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 31
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2024, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 438
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2024, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 438
Re: Restoring cutouts
Referred you to steve in riverside, cal. , as a restorer of the cutout. I appreciated your YouTube. Almost want to try it myself. The repos look sketchy to me.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2024, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 438
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2024, 12:56 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 438
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-09-2024, 12:54 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 406
Re: Cut-out switch rebuilding
I rebuild the starter switch, haven't worked on the cutout. I have several of Alex Janke's rebuilt originals from his estate, for sale with the FORD imprint in the cover.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2024, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 10
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Restoring cutouts
Trying to locate the guy here on fordbarn that restores cutouts. Thought it might be Steve Blancard. Last year he was looking for original cores.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2024, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 487
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2024, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 425
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Forum: Model-A
06-06-2024, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,065
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2024, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 425
Re: In need of shock help
PM sent. Were the shocks functioning, or were they bone dry?
Precooking the shock on a charcoal fire, or hot tanking would be my first procedure. Then,
Back off the clamping ring, then remove the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-05-2024, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 595
Re: 2 tooth steering adjustment
Paul covers it. Getting the steering column out of the car may take a while, but is a best way, IMHO. Then consider if a total rebuild is needed.
I referred to the service bulletins instructions.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2024, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 528
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2024, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 588
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Forum: Model-A
05-24-2024, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,065
Re: Restored hydraulic shocks
We should have the rebuilt originals for your model a. If not, we can build up the correct set, unless you need an early 28, correct set, or the late 1931s
If you are replacing a set of copious...
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Forum: Model-A
05-24-2024, 02:12 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,183
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2024, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,417
Re: Dropping the oil pan
Just mentioning it will help to include the inspection and reworking the oil pump. I have cleaned several screens, and replaced the driver gear in different drivers so while you are there, as Paul...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,417
Re: Dropping the oil pan
I don't remember if the oil pump shaft has an offset like the distributor shaft has.
Stand corrected.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2024, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,417
Re: Dropping the oil pan
If you pull the oil pump that can affect the timing. Les Andrews red manual is an excellent reference. Local club members would certainly be helpful.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2024, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,417
Re: Dropping the oil pan
Gary (#2 ) mentioned, including the valve chamber clean out. This is a good idea. I have found sediment there that will block the oil channels to the cam. I used pipe cleaners , drills, probes, a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 2,618
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 12
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