Forum: Model-A
02-14-2017, 01:31 PM
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Forum: Model-A
02-12-2017, 10:17 PM
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Replies: 1
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Lower half of Tillotson Carb.
I am looking for the lower half of a Tillotson X carb. Need one that is not warped and with the jets and nozzel free, with good threads and tight throttle plate. In short one that is in great shape....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2016, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,095
Re: Homemade crank nut wrench ?
I have made several of these wrenches. I cut down the length of the socket and weld them on a bar that is slightly bent. They work fine, be sure you don't forget to take them off before you start the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2016, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 10,748
Tubes
I am on my fourth tube since the first of the year. Two were from Tiwan and one from India. They all failed at the seams. Two were in the area where the valved is attached. I got the first two from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-10-2015, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 16,399
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2015, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 102
Views: 31,082
Re: Success with improvements for touring
I think they are great improvements. I like to tour too, and have done a lot of modifications to make touring easier. Most of which cannot be seen unless you know what you are looking for.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2015, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 788
Views: 385,427
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2015, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 18,141
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2015, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 10,491
Re: You and the AAA
I have the top of the line Premier card. It has 200 mile towing, and I think it is well worth it. I have only used it once, and I specified a flat bed. You also need the MAFCA directory in case you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2014, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,953
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-10-2014, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,471
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2014, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,819
Re: F150 conversion
I have been running one for several years that was done by one of our club members. It is great. I have a 29% 4th gear, but they have 4 different ratios all the way down to 21%. It doesn't climb very...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2014, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 16,751
Re: battery cut out switch
I mounted mine in the fire wall, and used it on the positive cable. I can turn the switch with my foot and it is up out of the way. Also if you ever need to jump start the car you can attach the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2014, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,501
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2014, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,645
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2014, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,266
Re: Ignition Options
I have both FS ignitions. I had to have the Zipper modified to a lower advance, and it works well. I also have the manual advance and it also works well. I always carry a spare distributer incase the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2014, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,489
Re: Wheel Alignment
I had the same problem, and thought I had a bent axel. Another member of my club suggested I just correct the toe in and that would probably take care of the camber problem too. I did the string...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2014, 10:54 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 19,911
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-05-2013, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 13,335
Re: Stolen Model A recovered
There are exceptions to the Salvaged title rule in California. The insurance company can ask that a salvage title not be issued in some cases. Most are recovered thefts that have little or no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-05-2013, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 20,550
Re: Manifold machining
After you reinstall them you need to re-torque them after a heat cycle. It took 10 times to get mine tight. If you don't you will blow the gasket
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Forum: Model-A
11-03-2013, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,408
Re: King Pins
The V-8 king pins have the notch of the lock bolt in a different place. You must have ones made for a Model A spindle. Of course you can change the spindles, but I would rather not go to that expense.
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Forum: Model-A
11-02-2013, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,408
King Pins
I am looking for a supplier that has king pins that are flat on top for Bendix conversions. I need the ones that are made for Model A spindles. I could cut them, but the new ones are a lot better and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2013, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,330
Latch spring
I need a spring for the left rear door of my 1930 Murray Town Sedan. The latch is made by Ferro and looks like the one in the picture. The first is the broken spring and the second is what I think it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2013, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,193
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2013, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,193
Door latch
My left rear door latch stopped popping back after opening. Upon removal I found the spiral spring was broken. I have ordered a new one, but I need a picture of how it looks when installed and how...
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