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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-12-2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,756
Posted By don3527
Re: A&L Horns

Here's a link to our website showing the difference between the 2 different A&L new horns:

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/content/Snyders/Product_PDFs/Horn_difference_diagram.pdf
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-06-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,408
Posted By don3527
Re: Brass fuel gauge float ?'s

The A-9313-C composition float is the same black closed cell material used in small engine floats today and is not affected by todays fuels. These are a direct replacement for the original cork...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-30-2023, 06:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,813
Posted By don3527
Re: Aftermarket 2 blade aluminum fan

The A-8600-A fans are finally due to arrive mid July. Our tooling was worn out and we had to re-tool the project and it took a lot longer than anticipated.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-08-2023, 03:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,138
Posted By don3527
Re: Stainless Luggage Rack

We used to have them custom made for us. Unfortunately the last time we went to reorder them the price almost doubled. I didn't feel anyone would buy them at the new pricing so we decided to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2022, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,159
Posted By don3527
Re: A&L condensers?

The condensers that we sell are the same short proof condenser that A&L used to sell.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,583
Posted By don3527
Re: Battery tray vs floor board removal

Hi Everyone! In addition to the metal adapter plate mentioned earlier in the thread, we're now offering a complete floorboard kit with the joining plate! Available for brake to front and brake to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2021, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,667
Posted By don3527
Re: Thread size on tie rod ends.

11/16-24 that is taken directly from Ford print
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,810
Posted By don3527
Re: Assembly - fan to water pump

You should definitely NOT grind on the I.D. of the aluminum fan. The fan needs that extra material there to properly support the edges of the belt groove. The I.D. of the aluminum fan has to be...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-30-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,965
Posted By don3527
Re: Did I get a defective U-Joint?

None of the current reproduction universal joints on the market are any good. The biggest problem is that the OD is too big and they hit on the housing. This is why we have temporarily discontinued...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-20-2020, 01:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,133
Posted By don3527
Re: Anyone running Shock Absorbers from Snyder's?

Duke36. FYI, our modern tubular shocks are not gas, they are hydraulic.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-05-2020, 04:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,484
Posted By don3527
Re: 6.1 High Compression Head

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/Resources/en/ItemDocuments/A_6010_HC6/HighCompressionHeadsDynotestnewsrelease-8780.pdf

Here is a link from our web site to show you the actual dyno results when...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2019, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,611
Posted By don3527
Re: 4 Blackened Spark Plugs?

Make sure you don't have one of the $125.00 mufflers, they have a baffle in them that is way too restrictive and can cause the plugs to soot up quickly. See if your muffler has mandrel bends or...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-05-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,632
Posted By don3527
Re: New Two Blade Fan

Do not grind the ID of the fan as this will weaken the edge of the pulley and can cause the pulley edge to break off and ruin the fan. If the bore of the fan is made bigger, there is not enough...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-15-2019, 07:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,468
Posted By don3527
Re: '32 3W window glass and door seal question

There are 12 of these small bumpers in the window channel kit, 6 have a rounded top and 6 have a tapered top. I'm told half go on the door and the other ones go on the garnish. I can't see the glass...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-14-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,468
Posted By don3527
Re: '32 3W window glass and door seal question

Do you have any photos of where those go? I have a new brookville body and it has no provisions for those. The small ones boxcar Tom posted pics of
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-04-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,618
Posted By don3527
Re: best place and part number for stock style points?

The ignition points that we sell are made by Standard Automotive. I have been arguing with them for 2 years to try and fix the problem. They have the contact recess and contact stamped too far away...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-21-2018, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,947
Posted By don3527
Re: Thread size tie-rod 'plug'?

I have an archive print for the drag link, it is 1-1/16-20
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-25-2018, 08:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,878
Posted By don3527
Re: Which suppliers attend Hershey ?

I will be there on Wednesday and Thursday, spaced CT51-55. Yes I do hand out catalogs but I also bring pre-ordered parts that can be picked up there.

Thanks,
Don Snyder
Snyder's Antique Auto...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-26-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,594
Posted By don3527
Re: Door Dovetails

Richard, what year and body style are you working on? I pulled prints from the archives when we made several of our sets.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-13-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 18,338
Posted By don3527
Re: Rear Panhard Bar ?

The A-5312 rear panhard bar kit that we make will work with the modern cylinder shocks. We fixed the note about that in our catalog description but we missed fixing it in the downloadable...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-02-2018, 05:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,188
Posted By don3527
Re: Model A rear axles

We are working on getting our own axles made again. Our next batch is due in April. These are American made axle.

Don Snyder
Snyder's Antique Auto Parts
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-14-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,276
Posted By don3527
Re: Ambulance question

I already have one that we restored, I'll probably sell this one down the road.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-13-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,276
Posted By don3527
Re: Ambulance question

Terry, I purchased the hearse you have in your photo at the Ford Lauderdale auction earlier this year. Don Snyder
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,898
Posted By don3527
Re: Replacing Ujoint - rubbing?

That's why we quit selling new universal joints. They are not made right and they have a clearance issue. The OD of the assembled universal joint is bigger than its supposed to be. I would try to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-23-2017, 09:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,936
Posted By don3527
Re: Missing Bendix Bolt in Flywheel Housing

My modern starter drives are American Made!

Don Snyder
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