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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Today, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 142
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Too much gear lube

More important to monitor the lube level in the transmission as if the seal at the front of the drive shaft is bad, lube will seep down to the rear, over filling it.

If the rear axle is too full,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 08:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 659
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Polarity tester

Brian, Misery loves company.

I just went thru that drill yesterday with an all stock 6 volt Model A electrical system. I'm wondering about the polarity tester itself.

- Tested a stock '28-29...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By jb-ob
Re: ‘29 Briggs 60B Fordor Pinstripe

JC, All illustrated in the Paint Guide.

- Follow the center of the hood molding completely around the body.

- Starting at the lower cowl, centered, follow that molding around the lower body.
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2024, 03:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 943
Posted By jb-ob
Re: 31 Roadster ready for summer

Can I drop mine off next ?? jb
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 10:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,784
Posted By jb-ob
Re: A perplexing oiling problem - A new one to me!

May I suggest checking the spring at the bottom of the oil pan that holds the pump up in place ? If the pump isn't fully engaging the drive gear, the 'valve lash noise' ??

What condition is the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-22-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 671
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Edsel in a 28

Note the only one 'Edsel Edition Pinstripe' treatment at the cowl.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-19-2024, 08:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 624
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Remove front fenders

One of the few Ford designs that asks 'What were they thinking '?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-17-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,588
Posted By jb-ob
Re: sign of the times

I wouldn't let the talent at Jiffy-Lube check the air in my tires.

Sad when the majority of Porsches have automatic transmissions.

Even your dental hygienist drives a BMW.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2024, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By jb-ob
Re: 1929 130-A Sedan Delivery/Panelvan

Claude,

Faster still would be to post some pictures of what you have.

Several of us here own '29 Deliveries and can help.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2024, 04:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 647
Posted By jb-ob
Re: M/A 2024 - Model A News - missing/repeat pages

They're trying to convince you to take the electronic issue.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-21-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,242
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Question on Hooking Up Dwell Meter

One black musician waking out of the club says to the musician walking in..
"Yous too hip for the room".
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-18-2024, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 514
Posted By jb-ob
Re: westchester club?

Joshua Stoff the author ? (2004 Long Island Aircraft Crashes 1909-59)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-17-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,113
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Beautiful Day To Breakdown !

Ida thunk a good ol' Southerner would be carrying a spare condenser or two.

Yawl know NASCAR teams all run used (tested) spark plugs.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-16-2024, 11:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,113
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Beautiful Day To Breakdown !

Petew, After loosing the white walls & having" a spare (condenser) in the trunk"
to be more era correct you'd have a 1/5th under the seat.

Enjoy the ride............
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-15-2024, 06:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,113
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Beautiful Day To Breakdown !

Every Break Down is a learning experience.

Your modern point & condenser (V8 Ford) suffers from the same flaw that has the Mustang guys converting to electronic ignition...poor quality parts from...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-01-2024, 07:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,733
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Frustration aligning doors in a Fordor Body

Marshall,
Best to manage one's expectations, you already know the 'career' in aligning the doors on a Phaeton.

My Father graduated Dayton High School in1930 and his comment about my restored...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-20-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,648
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Model T & Model A Show at the Beardsley Cider Mill

Down here on Long Island May 13th is a Monday ?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,401
Posted By jb-ob
Re: 16 Day transformation of 30 pickup.

Most of the improvement came from removing the white walls.

Might need a stripe. Same guy going there to letter a window in a Ford Garage ?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2024, 03:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 940
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Different panel truck

Dave, I think your contributions are great & wish you to reconsider.

Problem with an open forum is anyone can comment. When comments become insulting or degrading, they need to be brought to the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 08:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 940
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Different panel truck

Thanks Tim....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 08:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 940
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Different panel truck

LOOK at that hand lettered art work, golden age of sign writers!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-22-2024, 02:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,081
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Fantastic picyure

Yes, Anti-fun laws still in effect. Drive your toys, only a matter of time.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,509
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Favorite "A" Body Style

Ron,

140B Two complete, restored, an additional one being restored other than the 'dream' from NY.

One restored is for sale. Any luck lately with Lottery ?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-19-2024, 12:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,081
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Fantastic picyure

Marshall, That's the second thing I've 'caught' you on this year.

Look closer, that is a Canadian Roadster from it's distinctive pinstripe. Those & the '30-31 Roadsters where pin striped...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-18-2024, 12:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,509
Posted By jb-ob
Re: Favorite "A" Body Style

Three 1931 Fords I'd like to own.. Sweet Dreams

- '31 Deluxe Roadster WITHOUT side mounts.

- E'31 Straight Windshield Blind Back, only 740 made, seen 2

- L'31 Deluxe Tudor....
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