Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2019, 09:12 AM
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Views: 814
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-15-2019, 03:16 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 436
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2019, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 804
Re: Problems with windshield hitting gastank
Unfortunately …(-and you ain't gonna like hearin' this :eek:) is the two options you have is either redo the header, --or cut the windshield frame down.
The reproduction headers are not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2019, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 286
Re: Spring shackles diameter
Off of my May 1, 1931 A-5715 print, the OD of the shank is 0.565"-0.570", -and the area where the tie-bar slides onto the end is 0.434"-0.437". There shows to be a minimum of 8 revisions, so I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2019, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 440
Re: Location of Rivets for a '3
Since no one has answered your question specifically, ...Yes there is a "schematic plans" of a sort available. The correct locations are on the prints of the sills and cross sills located at the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2019, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 268
Re: 31 A rear axle shaft damage
The answer to your question is 'Yes.'. Remove the axle housing on the left side to remove the differential carrier paying close attention to the compressed thickness' of the gaskets between the axle...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2019, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,132
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2019, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 982
Re: Is fuel bubbling normal
I am not so sure we are being 100% accurate in our comments above. To begin with, ethanol has a boiling point of just a tad under 175° (-not 147) and gasoline itself has a boiling point of about...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2019, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 583
Re: starting issues with spare engine on stand
My first instinct is you have a poor ground. Make sure you have no corrosion at the connections. Generally speaking, you will break a Bendix bolt with the sudden impact that the 12v gives and not a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2019, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 494
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2019, 03:41 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,132
Re: Flywheel housing
Actually you are going to split the engine at the flywheel housing and the clutch (bell) housing. The clutch housing will remain bolted to the transmission. The transmission shift tower, the front...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2019, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 2,032
Re: Preservation vs Restoration
Steve, I know you and I have discussed this car some awhile ago, and my thoughts on your particular question(s) is, -it really not that cut & dried.
Great opinions above and I will add my 2...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2019, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 432
Re: door panel clips
Where did you get the clips? The repo clips do not look anything like what the originals did.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2019, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 801
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2019, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 215
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2019, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 571
Re: Flywheel housing
Joe, I think this gentleman's housing is cracked up around the starter and he has already purchased a brand new one from Snyders and just wanted to know the procedure of replacement.
Since you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2019, 07:12 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 801
Re: Question? Peened inner front wheel bearing
Ok, I see what you are saying. Remove the drum/hub and then remove the inner bearing. Take a file and keep working the raised areas down until the bearing has a nice 'slip fit', -then repack it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2019, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 801
Re: Question? Peened inner front wheel bearing
Why not repair it correctly and replace the spindle assy?? If the snout of the spindle has been staked, you cannot properly set the bearing preload. If the outer bearing fails, there is a strong...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2019, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 828
Re: What is a dash?
Check this thread out...
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=126564
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2019, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 828
Re: What is a dash?
About a decade ago in my shop I began pushing for my employees to start using the correct Ford nomenclature as it simplified conversing or discussing a part. There are many items that are identified...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2019, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 296
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2019, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 141
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2019, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 141
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2019, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 547
Re: Painting question
Steve, the answer to your question lies in the type primer you are using. If you are using a DTM 2k Epoxy primer, then it does not matter. If you are using a 'self-etching' primer, then neither...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2019, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 295
Re: 1929 truck visor
What that AA thread does not tell you is you need a sewing awl, a template, and some skill to pull this off as most shops do not have an extended arm walking foot machine.
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