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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-27-2021, 12:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,099
Posted By darrylkmc
Water vs Antifreeze

Water cools better and the Model A engine enjoys its self best when using it, all things being equal, from my experience.

The down side, if you fail to use a Rust Inhibitor, sold as Anti-Rust and...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2021, 10:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 823
Posted By darrylkmc
Gaslight Repro 1930-31 Front Fenders

Gaslight is the manufacturer of the '30-'31 Front Fenders, attached is what Snyder's writes in their catalog as of 2016 regarding the Fit and Finish of the Gaslight fenders. Generally, l am happy...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-08-2020, 01:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,202
Posted By darrylkmc
Fumbled a piston

1crosscut,

I believe that l might be able to help you out with that piston, l have a STD bore '32 engine that l had a rod go out on years ago and l have modern STD pistons and will get replacement...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-05-2020, 09:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,316
Posted By darrylkmc
Help!!!!

Marks Coupe is running, after a few tip from the Nu-Rex video on YouTube.

I will post an update soon with more details, and a picture when l get one small enough.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-02-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,316
Posted By darrylkmc
Help!!!!

I did go out and take a look at Marks 1930 Standard Coupe last night, l forgot to take any photos, a very solid, nice looking example.

It was not getting power to the Nurex ignition, but once we...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-30-2020, 01:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,316
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Help!!!!

Mark,

I sent you a a Private Message with my contact information.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2020, 12:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 811
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: B4 oil pressure takeoff

No fear pulling that plug, the only thing it is holding back is engine oil.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-03-2020, 10:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,265
Posted By darrylkmc
Radiator Baffle

Here is a photo of what the early and late style baffles look like from the inside.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-29-2019, 06:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,072
Posted By darrylkmc
What does "All STeel" mean?

Teens Dodge Brothers Touring bodies have a metal tag attached to the seat frame that said ALL STEEL BODY BY Edward G. Budd Manufacturing Company.

The only wood used on those car bodies was for...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-25-2019, 01:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,725
Posted By darrylkmc
European Classic 475/500-19 $105 ebay

$105.00 + $148.18 Shipping.........

To Alaska

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-22-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,409
Posted By darrylkmc
Straight Slotted instead of Cross-Point

rfitzpatrick,

Ford Motor Company of Canada was convinced by Mr. Robertson that the use of his Square Recessed screws would aid during assembly and help speed up things a bit.
Plus, they are a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-24-2018, 12:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,297
Posted By darrylkmc
The color "BLACK"

Here is a link to a previous discussion:

Fun With Asphaltum Paint!

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=152055&showall=1

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-23-2018, 03:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 980
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: 1930 Ford Canadian Standard Pheaton 35-B Body Colours

Thanks everyone for your replies, I will take another look at Brewster Green. I am pretty sure that I compared all of the green colours. A true comparison will have to wait though until one of the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 980
Posted By darrylkmc
1930 Ford Canadian Standard Pheaton 35-B Body Colours

1930 Ford Canadian Standard Pheaton 35-B Body Colours

Restoration Guidelines and Judging Standards, Canadian Model A's
Area 13 Sheet Metal

May 1930
Closed and Open Passenger Models (as...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2018, 01:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,422
Posted By darrylkmc
Crankshaft End Play on Rebuild

Unacceptable either way, the Babbitt or Bronze is being gouged out and is going to be in the pan.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2018, 12:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,422
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Crankshaft End Play on Rebuild

Hi Bud Man,

I am sorry to hear about your newly rebuilt engine, but your thrust change with your engine is completely unacceptable.

There is babbitt from your rear main bearing thrust surface...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-19-2018, 05:10 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,750
Posted By darrylkmc
What strange comments or questions have you heard about your Model A

I pulled up to one of these rest stops along they way, there were several folks standing around, obviously tourists, a man walked over to me and said, Did anybody survive the wreck.

Darryl in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,214
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Canandian/New Zealand ID

The newest edition of the Model A Restoration Guidelines and Judging Revised 2016 Canadian Model A's Area 13 says the following, in part:

Ford Motor Company of Canada, Ltd assembly plant...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2018, 05:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,214
Posted By darrylkmc
Canandian/New Zealand ID

These are typical Canadian markings for the Phaeton, my 1930 35B is body 6F1903 with the original engine CAT3610, the sister car to mine which came to Alaska at the same time is 6F1426 which was...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-10-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,285
Posted By darrylkmc
Carburetor Float Valve Seat Wrench

Many of us are trying to restore.

A picture is worth a Thousand words.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-08-2018, 09:12 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,845
Posted By darrylkmc
Do you drive your A in the snow or stormy weather?

Yes, and not as often as l like.

It was 28 F degrees out a few days ago and the road graders were out plowing my street, so l hand cranked up the Phaeton and parked it out by the sidewalk.
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-07-2018, 02:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,285
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Carburetor Float Valve Seat Wrench

Benson,

Thanks for the photos. I thought l was missing something and spent much time yesterday researching valves. I probably have 5 styles, but have none of the Modern styles.

Attached are...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-07-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,285
Posted By darrylkmc
Carburetor Float Valve Seat Wrench

Brent,

Do you have an unadulterated fuel valve assembly like the one you were dealing with that you could post a photo of?.

Darryl
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-07-2018, 12:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,285
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Carburetor Float Valve Seat Wrench

Brent,

Photos of the Float Valve and upper Carburetor half would be helpful for the rest of us to your visualize your delima.

Darryl in Fairbanks
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-04-2018, 10:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,564
Posted By darrylkmc
Re: Alaska earthquake

Hi Barners,

Here in Fairbanks, being 350 miles North of Anchorage, we only had a little shaking, which isn't out of the ordinary most anytime.

Here is a link to the Alaska Earthquake Center...
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