Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,266
Re: Shortened pitman arm
My experience with the shortened pitman arm is the same as Y-Blockhead in post #2. Immediate improvement and I’ve been very happy with the steering performance for the past 4 years.
Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2024, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,453
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2024, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 4,951
Re: Voltage regulator
Jazzmonger,
Please keep us posted. I’ll be in the market for 2 6V positive ground units.
Thanks - Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2024, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,105
Re: Timing Gear Cover question
I believe the problem is solved. I inserted a 3/16” spacer inside the camshaft plunger and reinstalled it with a new spring.
Before adding the spacer, the timing gear cover would fit right up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2024, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,673
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2024, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,105
Re: Timing Gear Cover question
Thanks for all responses. I plan to check a couple of spare timing gear covers I have to check for variation in the depth of the plunger well.
I’ll probably end up adding a spacer to increase...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2024, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,105
Timing Gear Cover question
What is the spec for the depth of the timing spring and plunger well ? And, is this constant over all years of model A production ?
The engine in my roadster - rebuilt as a short block by...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2023, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,328
Re: Paint Question….
Many thanks to all who responded. My key learning here is that paints have changed quite a bit in the past 30 years since I last painted a car. I need to do some more homework before I paint. Good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2023, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,328
Paint Question….
I recently bought a quart of acrylic enamel paint and medium reducer for the running board aprons. I haven’t sprayed acrylic enamel for 35 years, so figured that enamel paints have changed a bit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2023, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 472
D-Nut Installation
Does anyone know an easy way to blind-install D-nuts ?
I've looked at some rivnut installation tools and think one might work. I want to install these in a trunk lid for hinges to convert to a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2023, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 665
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Forum: Model-A
10-29-2023, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 0
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Forum: Model-A
10-29-2023, 07:06 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2023, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 665
Spring cover installation
I’ve searched old threads and service bulletins for help with this, but it’s still not clear to me what the correct installation process is.
Springs are installed on the car. Covers are supplied...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2023, 08:11 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,073
Which Rusty Metal Product To Use ?
I’m reconditioning a pair of ‘29 running boards that have some surface rust on them. I’ve wire-brushed them pretty aggressively and treated them with Rustoleum Rust Reformer. I’m considering using...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2023, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 632
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2023, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 632
1929 Sport Coupe Top Question
Did Sport Coupes ever come from the factory with zippers for the rear window ? The original top on mine had snaps/flaps like roadster tops.
thanks - Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2023, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,486
Re: Firewall insulator
I installed a firewall insulator on my roadster two years ago, and enjoyed an immediate significant reduction in heat and engine noise coming into the driver/passenger compartment.
I also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-11-2023, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Removing Rear Axel Assy.
I removed rear backing plates on each side when I pulled the rear axle recently.
It’s a good opportunity to clean and rebuild rear brake assemblies.
Good luck - Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2023, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,536
Re: Using The Rear Spring Spreader
And, in addition to what others have already mentioned, lube the threads on the spring spreader liberally. As the spreader elongates, the tension on the nuts increases quite a bit.
Good luck !...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2023, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,536
Re: Using The Rear Spring Spreader
As mentioned in post #3, it’s a good idea to have a helper with you the first time you do this. After that, you can go solo…..
Good luck - Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2023, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,566
Re: Rear Axel, I have done something stupid
I agree with others who advise taking the axle apart and rebuilding it with correct pre-load and backlash. I’ve done this on two cars in the past 2 years. It’s not as much work as you might...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2023, 10:26 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,686
Re: How smooth does your Model A ride?
I’m restoring my 4th Model A in 55 years, and in each one prior to the present one, I’ve disassembled, cleaned and lubed the front and rear springs - also replaced and re-bushed shackles. Cleaning...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2023, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,290
Re: Rationale for 6V Negative Ground ??
Update - we installed a new 6V battery, negative ground, and the car started right up. What appears to be a cutout on the stock generator is apparently a Fun Projects EVR. Ammeter needle deflects...
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