Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-02-2021, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,088
Re: Transmission Roller Bearings
I recently went through roller bearing failure for the third time. It seems they last 30,000+ to 40,000 miles, which means removing the transmission every 30K just to replace them, hopefully...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2021, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,561
Re: Sticking Valves
I unstuck valves in a 27 Lincoln by adding MMO to the oil (The correct percentage is stated on the bottle.) And into the gasoline.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,756
Re: Gemmer steering box
its an F-100 box. They do adjust, but feel sloppy even when adjusted. As mentioned above, ask Randy Gross
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2017, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 9,242
Re: The Jeffery Automobile Company
I do service work for a collector in Santa Cruz who has a 1914 Jeffery with the big 6 cylinder engine. It's an amazingly well engineered car. One of the fascinating aspects of it is the starter: The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2015, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,420
Re: front brake drum ???
the one with the holes is a 31 cast iron drum. If its model A it is 11 inches. '32 and up were 12 inches. The guys are correct that cast and steel have differing friction coefficients and both drums...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-10-2015, 12:25 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,603
Re: Fuel tank cleaning
if its dried gasoline, a radiator shop chemical boil out will do it. But if its rust or old tank sealer, the baffles will prevent any large media from getting at all the rust or liner behind the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2015, 01:10 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,328
Re: Drag link to tie rod
if you put a shortened pittman arm on, not only will it steer more easily, but the tie rod and drag link will be further apart
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2015, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 13,465
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2015, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,857
Re: hard steering
is the steering box full of grease or gear oil? grease will make it hard.
Should be 600w, but since thats not really available and anyway they leak a lot, Pennrite steering lube is preferred.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2015, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,906
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2015, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2015, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,906
tire blow out on trip to walla walla
one of my new Coker Classic 6:50 16s blew out the side wall in Susanville today, on the grade to Alturas, along a 1000 foot drop off with no shoulder. Not funny. The tire has less than 3000 miles on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2015, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,286
Re: Moderl A broke down in Woodstock New Brunswick
Thank you to everyone who offered help. That's what I love about old car folks, they're always there for someone who needs help. Will is gonna haul it back to San Jose as the differential is locked...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2015, 05:05 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,415
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2015, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,286
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2015, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,286
Moderl A broke down in Woodstock New Brunswick
My friends Will and Carla broke an axle on their 31 SW sedan heading back to Calif from the lobsters and lighthouses tour. They are presently trying to get the car towed to Bangor. Are there any...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2015, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,766
Re: Tight engine UPDATE
First thing I thought was starter. It might have had enough power to turn over the old engine with poor compression, but now it is too weak. Check grounds, contacts, brushes, commutator, bearings or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2015, 12:05 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,643
Re: Barn fresh AA farm truck
pre 31 gas tanks had the steering column clamp soldered and riveted to the tank. 31 columns are suspended from the dash rail and the tanks have no clamp. Commercial cowl bands are painted, not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,187
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,884
Re: Mitchell 26% or 36%?
to some degree it also depends on the body type. A roadster is much lighter than a woodie wagon. Higher gears might work OK on a roadster. On my wagon, there is a 33% Borg Warner with a 3:78 rear,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 5,646
Re: Drum brake ovality?
Lucas, it sounds like you are reluctant to do whats necessary to get good brakes. Of course the seller would tell you the brakes are "rebuilt". Most replies here are telling you the truth: those are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,643
Re: Barn fresh AA farm truck
31 gas tank, one 30 front wheel, one 31 front wheel, splash aprons appear to be 31, frame is a 31 parallel frame. My first A was an AA. I love these trucks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2015, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,263
Re: Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher Mess?
We had an engine fire once at a place I worked. The dry extinguisher put it out pronto. There was powder all over the shop, not just the engine. It took some sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, washing...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2015, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,908
Re: Spark lever question
I would also check the wire between the two plates. Its not uncommon for it to short against the spring or the side of the distributor when the lever is in certain positions that cause it to make...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2015, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,452
Re: radius rod ball
its a challenge, but you can get them out. Pull the wishbone down and block it with a piece of wood to get clearance, remove the top ball socket, pull the small retainer pin, pull out the felt if...
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