Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-10-2020, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 899
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 899
Re: Does this Babbitt look ok?
I am going to plastigauge .i accidentally attached a connecting rod pic. Should have been the rear main. For some reason I can’t attach a photo of it
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 899
Does this Babbitt look ok?
I’m rebuilding one of the spare engines I have. The pictures show the three main bearings. I’ve never done this before and would appreciate any opinions as to the condition of these bearings. There...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 487
Bearing caps
I’m trying to rebuild an extra model a engine I have. Everything seems to be in pretty good shape except the main bearing caps. They appear pretty worn. There were no shims. Does anyone make pre...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 791
Re: Verify oil pump working
I’m just second guessing myself. I rebuilt the oil pump and reinstalled it. And was thinking I really don’t know if the pump is working.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 791
Verify oil pump working
What is the easiest way to verify your oil pump is working properly? I don’t have an oil pressure gauge installed.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2020, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,370
Frankenengine
I inherited 4 model a engines. All in various stages of disassembly. I have no history on these engines. They are basically taking up space in my shop. I was thinking of taking various pieces off...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2020, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 839
Mixing grease
I’ve got a 31 pickup I’m about to grease everything that has a grease fitting. I like the Lucas “red sticky grease”. Are there any compatibility issues with using that grease with grease that gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2020, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 376
Re: Tie rod rebuild
Thanks for the feedback everyone. I finally got it. I had to remove the tie rod ends and steering arms. Made up a jig by notching a piece of copper tubing and inserting that into a large C clamp and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2020, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 376
Tie rod rebuild
I’m rebuilding the tie rod and drag link on my 31 truck. I’m in the process of reassembling. I can’t seem to get the steering arm ball into the tie rod. The inner spring and cup interfere with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-18-2020, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 506
King pin felt washer orientation
Just rebuilding front end of 31CCPU. What is the orientation of the felt washer and stamped cap on the bottom support? Does the stamped cap that surrounds the felt washer have the open side facing...
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Forum: Model-A
10-06-2020, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 260
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2020, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 336
Front end wobble
My 31 CCPU has a pretty good front end wobble. My first thought was king pin bushings. I checked my wheel bearings and they were adjusted properly. The drivers side was worse so I dismantled that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2020, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 176
Front end wobble
My 31 CCPU has a pretty good front end wobble. My first thought was king pin bushings. I checked my wheel bearings and they were adjusted properly. The drivers side was worse so I dismantled that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2020, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 858
PCV valve good idea?
I have a 31 pickup. Stock engine. Rear main seal leaking. It was suggested I install a PCV valve to help with the oil leak. Any drawbacks to installing a PCV valve?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2020, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 511
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2020, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 511
Lack of power/rpm
I’m having an issue with my 31 closed cab pickup. It starts and idles fine. I just timed it, that’s ok, removed inline fuel filter, new plugs ,points, condenser. I also did a compression test and got...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2020, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,178
Re: No spark has me stumped?
Well finally solved no spark issue. One of the previous owners soldered the wire from the ignition switch to the plate in the distributor(where the spring loaded connector makes contact). Apparently...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-26-2020, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,178
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2020, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,178
No spark has me stumped?
I have a ‘31 closed cab pickup. It stopped running and can’t get it to start. Cranks fine, fuel delivery seems ok, but there is no spark. Ammeter does not deflect when ignition turned on or when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-04-2020, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,155
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-04-2020, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,155
Aluminum radiator
Has anyone installed one of the cheap aluminum radiators advertised on eBay. The overflow tube on mine is cracked inside the filler neck and I have tried various fixes,j b weld, plastic straw liner....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2020, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,173
Line boring
Anyone know where I can have a block line bored for insert bearings. I’m in New Jersey
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2019, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 581
Ignition troubles
Can't get my 31 closed cab pickup running. Was running last week then stopped.
Fuel system & carb seem to be ok. Trying to diagnose ignition system and need some help. Here is what I found:
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2019, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 919
Re: Starts then stops
Just wanted to thank everyone for their advice. It won't start at all now. Fresh gas,removed carb bowl and cleaned carb with carb cleaner, fuel filter clean, ran it dry last year, now I'm thinking...
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