Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2019, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,793
Re: Model "A" Era Accessories
So what are the more fun or interesting accessories that are readily available today?
I saw that there are repro rainbow caps, but I can't seem to find any photos of what they look like in action...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2019, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,793
Re: Model "A" Era Accessories
@Bob Bidonde:
Is that rear luggage rack one of the standard ones with the wood strips removed and painted black? The one that came with my A has rust pits in the chrome, and that might be a good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2019, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,047
Re: Rainy Day Thought
While I'm sure that a proper restoration would help, for me it's a matter of height. Even at 5'10", my eye-line settles at the top of the window. So the area cleaned by the wiper is too small, too...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2019, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,046
Re: Logolites opinions
The tactic I've employed is to look at the passenger side edge of the road when another car passes on the other side of the road. It's not just LEDs that can cause a problem, but simply going from...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2019, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,047
Rainy Day Thought
Vacuum-powered wipers should have "For Entertainment Purposes Only" printed on them.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-23-2019, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 24,312
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2019, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 12,726
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2019, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,869
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2019, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2019, 12:44 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
Re: No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders
At the risk of starting an argument here, what is the current best-recommended gasket and the best place to buy it from? I see mentions of a Best GraphTite?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2019, 11:16 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
Re: No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders
I ordered the premium gasket via Snyders (https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/ProductDetail/A-6051-M_PREMIUM-HEAD-GASKET-28-31?fromCategory=SearchByKeyword). The one with the "solid steel core...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2019, 10:21 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
Re: No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders
While I'm thinking ahead, I was able to get all of the studs out and will be replacing them with new grade 5 studs and grade 8 nuts. Is anti-seize something put on the studs when installing? Also,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2019, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
Re: No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders
Sorry about the delay here, but between work and my hesitation doing this for the first time made the process of removing the head a very slow process.
But I did it! And I think I may have found...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2019, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,534
No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders
Purchased a 1929 Tudor in May and have been replacing worn our parts over the summer. I am very much a minimal shade-tree mechanic, but I've been able to do a surprising amount of work on the A,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2019, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,924
Re: Radiator fill question
Another option might be disposable wood coffee stirrers to act like a dipstick.
Amazon has them for around $3 per 1000 (https://www.amazon.com/Royal-Count-Coffee-Beverage-Stirrers/dp/B001FVPAOE/)....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2019, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,406
Re: National meet Dearborn
I also took some photos of a few of the Model As I encountered in the parking lot.
Click on the image to see the full gallery.
https://i.imgur.com/aQOh1jA.jpg (https://imgur.com/a/ffYfMDt)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2019, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,406
Re: National meet Dearborn
I stopped by the hotel on Sunday to pick up a radiator from Berg on my way back to Ohio.
Mike's setup in the hall there was the one thing that made me wish I could stay for Tuesday. It was clear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-05-2019, 02:50 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,947
Re: Original Price?
I keep wanting to mock up a fake modern "dealer window sticker" for my Model A for when I take it down to the local car meets.
I need to figure out what features to list (eg, "4-wheel drum...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2019, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 14,716
Re: Take a gander at this.
That is such a wild aircraft.
I found a video of one in flight here (https://youtu.be/fKUwdF17HNQ?t=808).
Thanks for sharing.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2019, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,954
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2019, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,954
Early 29 vs Late 29 Radiator Design?
Looking through the Brassworks radiator replacement options, I noticed they offer both an "OEM" and "Late 29" option with the primary difference being a wide-mouth water inlet port versus a thin...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2019, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,889
Re: Engine Splash Pan Installation Documentation?
I appreciate the link, though that thread is more about the benefits of having them installed versus the actual installation.
On the side with the four holes, does that attach to the bottom of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2019, 10:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,889
Engine Splash Pan Installation Documentation?
My new-to-me Model A didn't come with engine splash pans and I am looking to correct that to help with cooling.
So far I haven't been able to find any documentation on exactly how they're...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2019, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,222
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2019, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,763
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