Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2022, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,303
Search for overflow coolant after idle engine
I took my A out of winter storage. After warming the engine I put the car back into the garage. After shut down about a cup of coolant ran onto the floor. All I could tell was the cooant was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2021, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 801
Body Style Numbers
I'm new sorta. The model A body/style has numbers, but also has letters in some cases. Why?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2019, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,268
Old problem but new twist? Coolant loss
I have a new Berg radiator -- WORKS GREAT -- New Head, New water pump. Any way the car runs great. However, it loses coolant a pint or so every 00 miles or so. No overheating seen nor is the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-18-2019, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,523
Re: Car has Zero Electric
I want to thank everyone for their responses. After getting it out of the car the battery of less than 2 years was bummed out. It looks to have an internal short somewhere. Now is the time to see...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2019, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,523
Car has Zero Electric
I started my 31 A Sunday after not being ran in a month. No problem. I came back Tuesday to take a tour and when I tried to start the car NOTHING. No click, no lights, no horn. The fuse on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2019, 09:49 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,721
How many 130a and 130b deliveries are left.
We have a pretty good idea of how many deliveries were made. I am seeking some good guesses on how many De Luxe Deliveries are sill with us and driveable. MARC and MAFCA said they could not search...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2019, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,202
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2019, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,202
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2019, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,915
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2019, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,202
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2019, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,949
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2019, 10:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,949
Brakes Not Stopping The Car
This started last week. When I brake going downhill (slowly) the car does slow down to a walk, but the brakes won't fully stop the car. It will coast to a stop on its own with me standing on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2019, 10:52 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 5,453
Re: Bad manifold gaskets
I had the same problem. I used Snyder's copper manfold gasket A9433-C with Permatex Ultra Copper Silicone sealant. No problems since. BTW make sure with a steel straight edge you have no warping...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2018, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 27,665
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2018, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 5,104
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-28-2018, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 5,630
Re: Four post drive-on lift
I am now curious. I have a 9.5' garage ceiling. If you lift a fordor, how much real space is underneath? Could a 1966 Mustang fit under it?
Thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2018, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 10,251
Re: Why do you like your car.
The first car I drove that did not belong to my parents was a Model A pick-up. While looking for a pick-up to restore I found a Deluxe Delivery. As they say --- Love at First Sight.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2018, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 8,043
Oil mist on left side of engine
I have a car that mists oil form somewhere -- Breather Cap? Dip Stick hole - some other unknown place. Where does this mess come from and how do I fix it?
!931 Deluxe Delivery
Thanks ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2018, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,955
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2018, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,250
1931 Deluxe Delivery
I just purchased and hoping to getting it roll on its own next month. Anyway, is there any reference manuals or how to stuff on the delivery van? I am having issues with the back door. I don't...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-25-2018, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,942
Re: 1930 deluxe delivery
I just acquired a deluxe delivery body 130b. The rear door lower hinge is broke. Where can I find another one? Also the single door latch should be renewed. Where can I found one of these?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2012, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,449
Re: Am I unfaithfull to model A's
The British cars, for the most part, had electrics from Lucas. That is one reason Lucas was called the Prince of Darkness. Or another --- Why do the British drink warm beer? Ta-Da ... They had...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2011, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,664
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-23-2011, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,321
Early Bird Air Conditioning
Several suppliers have after market air conditioning set ups for 1956 Thunderbirds. Does anyone have an opinion of what type works best? Does anyone know who makes these units as none are...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-10-2011, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 6,379
Re: Rhythm Of The Road
This must have been made for the English. They drive on the left and it appears to be a right hand drive car.
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