Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2023, 08:14 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,602
Re: Model "A" Goals For 2024
Bert's has some hydraulic brake parts. CW Moss has some also (they have both Model A and 1932-1948 early Ford parts). C&G Early Ford Parts also has 1932 - 1948 parts. There are probably other...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2023, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,473
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2022, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,122
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2022, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,339
Re: Looking for old trailer hitch documentation
There is a website that sells (among other things) trailer hitches. I have bought other things from them in the past with no problem. Some of the hitches listed indicate the maximum towing weight...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2021, 10:27 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,835
Re: New member with a Tudor Sedan
As far as I know, Randy is still selling these steering boxes and Model A brakes. We emailed each other a few months ago. Please note his information in the Fordbarn Swap Meet are under Mel Gross...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2020, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 874
Re: AA Truck rear axle question .
I don't know if this works for AA wheels, but with hydraulic brake conversions spacers are made. Bert's has them - see the link and picture below.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,486
Re: Pictures and computer scanning/transfering
Check in your scanning software (usually in settings) and see if you can tell if it is scanning at 300 dpi, 600 dpi, etc. If you can change it, use the highest dpi you can on the software you have.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2019, 11:40 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,444
Re: Oil filter
The late Jay Steel of Taylor Engines strongly recommended full flow oil with insert bearings when he rebuilt my engine.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2019, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,878
Re: A 1920 White, Yellowstone Bus
Glacier National Park has a fleet of 1936 - 1939 White buses still in use for tours. They have retrofitted the engine and transmission (Ford) for better driving, but the rest of the bus is like...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2018, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 16,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2018, 04:46 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,677
Re: 7.0 Earthquake in Anchorage Alaska
Having experienced the Northridge earthquake (6.7 magnitude) here in SoCal several years ago, I agree with your statement. It does take a while for things to get back to normal, but they will. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2018, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,651
Re: Ca. Fire photo
My first thought is whether the heat of the fire damaged the metal of essential parts such as the frame. Beyond that, I don't have any experience with a fire damaged vehicle. Good luck with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2018, 01:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,651
Re: Ca. Fire photo
I'm very sorry for your losses, but thankful your family and pets are ok. I am about 2 miles from part of the Woolsey fire in SoCal. Our home and my Model A are fine. Let's hope our great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2018, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,529
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2018, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,879
Re: Bob's Modelahouse.com
I don't know where he is in California, but in my area (a couple miles from the fires), one major provider (mine) is still up. Another major provider is down throughout the area. He very well might...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2018, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,728
Re: Question
Original Post or Original Poster (person who posted first in a new thread)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2018, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 7,342
Re: End of the road
Dementia is a cruel and difficult disease. I wish you and your partner well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2018, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,367
Re: steering box
Recently purchased the Randy Gross steering box. I haven't installed it yet, but I have driven a Model A with one and it made for very easy steering. Also, Randy is a really good guy to do business...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2018, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,240
Re: MAFCA shipping
I have made the photo Christmas cards in the past. I took a photo of my wife and me next to our Model A. Then went to one of the photo websites where you can make photo books, prints, calendars,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2018, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,428
Re: Oil Leak...I know i know, been asked 1000x!
Mine leaked like that when I lost the babbit on two of the main bearings. I agree with above to check what the condition of the bearings is. Have you drained the oil recently? Is there babbit in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2018, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,175
Re: Little Model A Fords
Fantastic layout and impressive detail on the cars, buildings, trains, and all. I have a Hubley coupe to build, but haven't gotten to it yet so no pictures.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2018, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,383
Re: HELP! I can't start my 28 roadster!
Hopefully that person near you can help you. Just in case, it sounds like the car might be flooded if gas is dripping out of the carb. How long do you have the choke held out? It usually is held...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2018, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,107
Re: 49 years ago...Not Model A...well maybe...
The closest I got to Woodstock was the movie and the albums. What great music - Crosby, Stills and Nash, Ten Years After, Jimi Hendrix, etc. But, it looks like it was a hassle to get there. I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2018, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 10,989
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2018, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 5,800
Re: Mitchell Over Drive 26% or 36%
I believe which ratio you choose depends on the type of driving you do (hills vs flat, slower back roads vs highway, etc). I have a 3.78:1 rear with the 26% Mitchell and it seems to work fine for...
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