Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2023, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 653
Powerhouse generator brush reconnection
Hi all,
I’ve got an Erie lead that’s become disconnected from the adjustable brush in my powerhouse generator. I’m curious if I need to replace the whole brush and lead (and if so, where to best...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2020, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 771
Original ‘28 Radiator overflow location?
Hi all,
I’m about to install a new Brassworks ‘28 radiator and am looking to have the orientation of the end of the overflow tube be show correct. Looking in the MAFCA judging I just see that it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2020, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,989
Brassworks ‘28 Show Quality vs Active Driver?
Hello all,
I’m about to launch into replacing the incorrect radiator in my ‘28 (while I don’t do shows, being a history teacher, I’m basically running a show car). Having searched the judging...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2020, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,396
Re: 28 rad shroud
My thoughts exactly. My goal is to get the car back to out of the factory and I just picked up the original shroud. Down the road I’d like to switch out the radiator to a show radiator and certainly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2020, 06:28 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,490
Radiator shroud fit question
Has anyone had experience with installing the ‘28 shroud (original) with a reproduction radiator? The radiator in my 28 appears to be the low price version available from Mac’s. I’ve done a bunch of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2020, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,396
Re: 28 rad shroud
Has anyone had experience with installing the ‘28 shroud (original) with a reproduction radiator? The radiator in my 28 appears to be the low price version available from Mac’s. I’ve done a bunch of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2020, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,936
Re: Electric Wiper Wire Connector Question
Gary,
Quick question, I see in the MAFCA document that their drawing has the flat part of the motor being oriented to the bottom when the motor is mounted. Mine seems to be oriented the other way...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2020, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,936
Re: Electric Wiper Wire Connector Question
Gary,
Thank you so much for the photos! Looks like the 90 degree most is the part I need to either find or fabricate. When I got the wiper, it has a cloth covered wire that looks to be original to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2020, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,936
Electric Wiper Wire Connector Question
Hello all, does anyone have any leads on exactly where to get the connector that goes on the motor for connecting to this piece for restoring an original motor. Any help would be greatly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2020, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 868
OD-01 How to install to the windshield frame?
Hello all,
I’ve been working on restoring an original OD-01 wiper and have it working, my question is if anyone has images for exactly how the wiper is mounted to the inside of the frame and what...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2019, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,113
Re: Spinning stud on rear wheel
Just an update in case it proves helpful to anyone with this problem. I got the stud off by the following method; began by drilling holes across the top of the lugnut and then then connecting them as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2019, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,113
Spinning stud on rear wheel
Hello all,
I’ve got a rear wheel lugnut that is just spinning when I try to remove it- seems the stud has separated from the drum. Does anyone have a suggestion for best course to follow to remedy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2019, 07:40 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 930
1928 Roadster top boot leather pieces
Would anyone out there happen to know the correct size and construction from an original boot for the leather pieces that the footman loops pass through? Would rather base what I do off something...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-16-2019, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,549
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2019, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,393
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2019, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,393
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2019, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,393
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2019, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,133
Roadster top boot question
Would anyone out there happen to know if original roadster top boots all had the leather slots for the footman loops or if there were originally any boots that didn’t? I want to stay as authentic as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2019, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,680
Re: ‘28 glass trademark size and look
Thanks all for the quick info! In terms of reproducing these, would anyone know what the most common method or trick would be? I've seen a few mentions of acid etch but making a stencil seems...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2019, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,680
‘28 glass trademark size and look
Hello all,
I’m curious if anyone out there might know what the proper size of the glass trademarks for the windshield, windwings, or rear window for 1928. If anyone has originals and would be...
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Forum: Model-A
02-03-2019, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 829
Repro 28-29 headlight buckets
Repro set of stainless steel headlight shells and rims. Chrome in perfect condition with no blemishes and excellent stampings. Message for photos if required (it won't let me upload them here for...
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Forum: Model-A
09-26-2018, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 851
Reddish brown fan belt wanted
Hello all, I’m looking for a reddish brown fan belt in driving shape for a driver. If you’ve got one, please let me know!
Cheers,
Mark
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