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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-09-2020, 11:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,591
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Ford verse Chevrolet

First problem solved!! :o
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-09-2020, 11:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,206
Posted By Hoogah
Re: model a shocks

Great video!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-02-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,697
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Trailer hitch

I don't need much of an excuse to re-examine these photos of the overloaded farm vehicles from the dustbowl migration (although I think the Hudson ones are recreated for the Grapes of Wrath movie). ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2020, 08:02 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,697
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Trailer hitch

I think the Keely trailer has been discussed here before. Great pair!!

That coupe is set up for heavy duty towing, isn't it?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-27-2020, 03:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,682
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Shock absorber parts

Looking at the patent for the Buciak shocks, I was interested to note that the only country external to USA where these were patented was Australia. I wonder why?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-25-2020, 10:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,697
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Trailer hitch

Here's mine. It was there when I got the car. It's bolted up under the rear cross-member and also attached to the spreader bar via U-clamps.

I've used it on a number of occasions to tow a 6' x...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-25-2020, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 980
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Posting pictures

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If you have Paint (which I think is standard with Windows?), you can also open your photo in Paint, and then it's a simple process to resize it using the Resize icon in the menu at the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2020, 09:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,697
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Trailer hitch

What sort of weight are you talking about here?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2020, 09:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,138
Posted By Hoogah
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2020, 12:02 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,697
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Trailer hitch

The description for this item specifically states that it's not intended for trailer towing.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-23-2020, 09:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,563
Posted By Hoogah
Re: What type of Fan Blade do you recommend

Well, that was resolved much easier than the "oil" question!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-14-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,918
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Rain

When I was growing up in the 1960s, my dad drove British Austins with no heater. We added aftermarket electric demisters to the windscreen. They were held on with suction cups and were basically...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-27-2020, 06:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,297
Posted By Hoogah
Re: 1928 Radiator Shell Lacing

This is the replacement lacing on my June '28 survivor phaeton. I replaced the original lacing a few years ago (it was falling apart), following the method of fixing (rivets) that was used on the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-19-2020, 06:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,639
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Removing ONLY the top layer of paint?

It's nine years since the previous post on this thread. So, Tom, how did you go returning your Model A's to original paint? Any success and/or horror stories that might guide others faced with the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-12-2020, 05:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,439
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Model A motor tear down Covid lockdown

Brendan, if you're up for a drive, Norm McCullagh does all the babbit work around this part of the world (Warrnambool). They're getting harder to find.

https://www.nmengine.com/home


Cheers,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-24-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,762
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Solution for audio system in model A?

I reckon the use of earbuds while driving is a safety issue due to decreased awareness of external sounds. I wouldn't go down that path.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-17-2020, 10:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,268
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Model A Working in 2020

My '28 phaeton has to earn its keep, too.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-30-2020, 12:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,689
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Timely Parts delivery

Mail in Australia is also suffering from huge delays, due to the massive increase in the use of parcel post as a result of COVID-19. Australia Post is about to employ an extra 600 staff and set up 6...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-30-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,361
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Dual updraft intake manifold install

Verdirick, if you do Facebook, there’s a group called “Model A Modified”. One of the members recently posted a photo of twin Zenith B carbs hooked up via a Vortex intake manifold. His name is Eddie...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-30-2020, 05:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,783
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Australia Fires

Another scary video that I just came across shows what it's like to be caught in the firestorms created by these fires - this one at Currowan....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2020, 05:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,783
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Australia Fires

You can see a mob of 'roos in this clip, getting the hell out of there as the plane approaches. Hopefully, they avoided adding themselves to the estimated 1 billion animals that have been lost to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-31-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,257
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Marvel vs Model B carb?

Synchro, I bought one at the Ballarat Swap last year. Actually thought it was a Tilly until I compared them more closely. Of course, it could have come off an imported car?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-04-2019, 07:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,724
Posted By Hoogah
Re: Engine Swap

[QUOTE=Joe K;1774202]. . . And the original rabbit diesel I4 might be a good transplant - I think that's been done successfully too.

Joe K

So the owner of such a vehicle could rightly claim...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-18-2019, 06:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,751
Posted By Hoogah
Re: A shocking Saga....

Just wondering if the 28/29 and 30/31 shock arms differ? Might that be an issue?

Sorry for your disappointment.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2019, 01:04 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,839
Posted By Hoogah
Re: What's the latest you can remember anyone using an A?

Up until around 6 years ago I used to see two Model-A vehicles regularly in my town. Both were owned by a pair of bachelor farmer brothers. They had a '29 Phaeton that was purchased by their father...
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