Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2017, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 66
Views: 13,509
Re: When to shut off fuel
Just make sure your valve under the tank isn't leaking. On one of my Tudors I would shut the gas valve off & let it run till it quit. Next morning I would still smell gas in the garage. Turns out...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2017, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 841
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2017, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 841
Running board molding question
To replace the zinc running board molding- is that a snap fit or does the molding slide on from one end?
We just got down to South Carolina for the Winter last Sat. I unloaded "Martha" from the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2017, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,149
Re: It was running ok when I parked it-------
Thanks to everyone. Here's what I did-- pulled plugs & cleaned them-set gap at .035 - cleaned & reset points at .20. Good fuel flow from tank. Started it up and let it idle for a while. I also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2017, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 11,561
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-27-2017, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,149
It was running ok when I parked it-------
Got my 29 Fordor out today for the final run before winter storage. Ran a little rough at first, but it was cold last night-we had a frost. The car is in an unheated garage. Anyway, the rough...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2017, 06:45 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,180
Re: rebuilt engine price?
I would highly recommend Antique Engine Rebuilders in Skokie, Il. They just rebuilt my short block(8/2017) with some minor extra repairs for $2355. The freight both ways was around $227. That was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2017, 05:06 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 7,566
Re: Buying an out of state car on the internet
Dave,
I am a Pa. resident as well. I have purchased several vintage cars(including Model A's) from out of state. Where in Pa. are you located? Shoot me a PM and we can discuss the matter...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2017, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 8,984
Re: High compression heads - Worth it?
I have 3 Model A's with the HC head. To me, there is a noticeable difference in climbing hills with the HC heads. Not really any faster, but long steep hills in 3rd gear are not a problem. I just...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-28-2017, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,053
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2017, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,289
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2017, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,289
Hinge pin mirror for Victoria
I did a search, but I can't find a vendor who sells the hinge pin mirrors for Vicky's and S/W's. Bert's apparently has the correct size pin, but not the mirrors. I would really like to have at...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2017, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,651
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2017, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,651
Re: Thread size question
Thanks guys! I bought a thread file from NAPA. After working with the thread file and a small flat file, I got it squared away. I must have boogered up the castle nut that came with the water pump...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2017, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,651
Thread size question
I have a Leakless water pump from Snyder's-the sealed unit no lube. I needed to remove the fan (alum 2 blade) to grind down the end of the housing for a little more pulley clearance. When I smacked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2017, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,433
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-17-2017, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,433
AA Truck engine
What if any are the differences between the 4 cyl. Ford put in the AA trucks and the standard cars? Thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2017, 05:13 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
Re: Just received my EVR from Fun Projects
Marc,
In the instructions in bold print it says, "Only the generator 3rd brush assembly will be adjusted and under no circumstances should the 3rd brush assembly be set for more than 15 amps...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2017, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2017, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2017, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
Just received my EVR from Fun Projects
I have a 6 volt pos. ground system. The instructions that came with the EVR say to loosen the 3rd brush nut to adjust the brush and then to retighten the nut. I moved my 3rd brush to the top (min...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-26-2017, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,514
Re: shippers;
Why not just say " Try using the Search function or look in the Sticky at the top of the page". No need to start out with a snide remark. Remarks like that can deter some folks from asking...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-26-2017, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,961
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2017, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,961
Head gasket question
The engine out of my 29 Tudor is out in Skokie, Il. for a short block rebuild. I bought a 5.5:1 high comp. head from Snyders with the B-6051-C Graphite head gasket. My Grandson is a tool and die...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2017, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,146
How far can you adjust the generator 3rd brush?
Long story short, I moved the third brush quite a ways up on the armature to reduce the output. I also replaced the stock cut out with a NUREX diode cut out. The system is still 6 volt pos. ground....
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