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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Today, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 124
Posted By katy
Re: 1929 Model A With 12v Conversion

Generator or alternator?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Today, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 313
Posted By katy
Re: Watching YouTube videos pertaining to Model-A repair or restoration...

Just set the timing the Ford way, simple and easy, no special tool(s) needed. Been doing it that way for well over 60 years and never had a problem. No need to waste time watching videos.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Today, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 190
Posted By katy
Re: Too much gear lube

When and by whom did the last check?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 05:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 301
Posted By katy
Re: Tires

A 550 tire will add approximately 1" to the OD.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 262
Posted By katy
Re: Front Hub Stuck to Brakes

You might try a hub puller, they're not made for this purpose, but might work.
If you try one, rotate the assembly while pulling.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-11-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By katy
Re: Replacing hydraulic brake lines

Are you talking about the steel lines? Or the flexible lines? Or all?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-09-2024, 08:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,661
Posted By katy
Re: Sealed beams

[QUOTE=David in San Antonio;2305241]
The other type, manufactured by LogoLite and available from the usual distributors, is a complete, self-contained optical system.[QUOTE]

If they don't use the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2024, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 458
Posted By katy
Re: Wobbly dist—hard to disgnose/fix?

If the whole distributor is wobbling, I would suspect that either the distributor body or the opening in the head are worn, or both.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2024, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 522
Posted By katy
Re: Tight Fit for Inner Wheel Bearing

That inner bearing should be a slip fit, not locked on.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2024, 08:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,661
Posted By katy
Re: Sealed beams

Does anyone make 6 volt LED sealed beams?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2024, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 490
Posted By katy
Re: Next step?....

Before installing rings in an engine, always, always, measure and adjust (if needed) the end gap on ALL rings before installing them.
When measuring ring end gap, if it's too small one just files...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 522
Posted By katy
Re: Tight Fit for Inner Wheel Bearing

That bearing should be a slip fit, not too loose and not too tight.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-06-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 659
Posted By katy
Re: Polarity tester

Here ya go: https://testbook.com/mechanical-engineering/electronic-ignition-system#:~:text=An%20electronic%20ignition%20system%20operates,fuel%20economy%20and%20reduced%20emissions.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 624
Posted By katy
Re: TRB Overdrive?

Possibly made by TRB Automotive for .................
Need more info, pictures would help.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-04-2024, 09:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 726
Posted By katy
Re: Adjusting timing

One of these helps,
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,112
Posted By katy
Re: Different length rear axle shaft threads on either side?

If the axles "spin" inside the hub tapers one won't go very far.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-02-2024, 10:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,112
Posted By katy
Re: Different length rear axle shaft threads on either side?

Steel washer should be special hardened washer, not your garden variety mild steel one.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,212
Posted By katy
Re: powermaster 6 volt alternator install 1928 model a

A segmented (aka link) belt should work. You can adjust the length.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,202
Posted By katy
Re: Stupid question of the day. (maybe the year)

Use some heavy grease to hold the gasket to the block.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,499
Posted By katy
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off

That's why the make/sell adaptors.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 09:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,786
Posted By katy
Re: A perplexing oiling problem - A new one to me!

Check the oil pump and passages. Did you do anything with the pump?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,499
Posted By katy
Re: Electric Fuel Shut off

If I was going to use the solenoid shut off valve I would put it under the dash, not in the engine compartment.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 414
Posted By katy
Re: 1931 Roadster

Which do you have? The roadster or the pickup?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 523
Posted By katy
Re: Ford Tool Identification

Model T tools generally start with a T prefix. I assume Model A are the same but don't know for sure.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,146
Posted By katy
Re: Another carb needs repair

Please report back and let the community know how it worked out. Tnks
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