Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2024, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 29
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Re: Deep knocking sound
OK, when I retarded the timing the knock lessened. I pulled the copper connectors on each plug and no difference. Sounds like I need to drain the oil, pull the pan and look at and "adjusting the main...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
Re: Deep knocking sound
Yes, I am trying to isolate the issue, and appreciate all the feedback. It isn't the generator hitting anything.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
Re: Deep knocking sound
Is this something new since the head was replaced?
Have you driven it yet?
With the higher compression heads they tend to knock much easier.
Try to purposely set the timing retarded a bit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-19-2024, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2024, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,671
Deep knocking sound
So I cracked the head and replaced it with a 6:1 head. Now I have a deep loud knock as I start it and when it is idling, and then hit throttle. What do y'all think it is, and what kind of test do I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2023, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,091
5.5 high compression head
With the standard head on my '29 pickup I had autolite 3076 spark plugs. Should I move to different plugs with HC head?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2023, 07:01 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,774
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2023, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,774
Model a points block
Can someone provide me the size of screw, or set screw that is used on the original distributor point block, to hold the adjustment in place for the points gap.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2023, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2023, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Original Style Distributor
Yes, and that is what I have. I just pulled the distributor all apart and it appears that everything is there, I just need the bolt and washer. The condenser was touching the tab underneath, so the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2023, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Re: Original Style Distributor
Thank you GPierce. The issue I am trying to solve is "I have no screw in the end of the condenser"...And I can buy one but I am trying to understand how is that screw connected to the lower plate.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2023, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Re: Original Style Distributor
Yes I see that picture. It basically shows the condenser slides in and there is an screw -item #12 - that screws in the end of the condenser. I know there is a copper screw and fiber washer that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2023, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Original Style Distributor
Ok, so I have a '29 pickup and it has an occasional backfire out the exhaust. I have replaced the head, rebuilt the carburator and no change. I am thinking I have more or less pinpointed the issue...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2022, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 687
29 pickup rear brake
Can somebody point me to a picture that shows how to release the rear brake. I am trying to get the drum back on - it was a beast to remove as well. I think the brake is dragging all the time so I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2022, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 11
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Re: 7 tooth to 2 tooth
Thank you everyone for the advice. I will stay with the 7 tooth and look at rebuilding it with the help of Les Andrews. I do have a couple of his books and they are very helpful. Only question now is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2022, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,905
7 tooth to 2 tooth
So, I still have the 7 tooth steering in my '29 pickup. I am told it would be easier to steer if I went to the 2 tooth. Well that starts alot more questions. Do, I just need the gears, or what are...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2022, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 3
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Re: 1929 Steering wheel
I was hoping all 7 tooth were splined. But it is what it is, thank you both for the information..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2022, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 593
1929 Steering wheel
I have a '29 pickup and I would like to know if there is a way to determine if I have a pressed on or keyed steering wheel without pulling it off? I would like to have the steering wheel in hand when...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2022, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,636
Re: Horn quit..need pull steering wheel
Well that was fun.. I got good at the R & R. But then the knob on the steering wheel was working backwards - off at 6 o'clock and on at 7 and 8 o'clock. It would be very helpful to have a person on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2022, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,636
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2022, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,636
Re: Horn quit..need pull steering wheel
Is the proper position for light switch straight down when off and then turn clockwise to turn on the lights? Seems like I turned the lever towards 3 o'clock to turn them on...and it is difficult to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2022, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,636
Re: Horn quit..need pull steering wheel
Ok team....comes apart slick and easy. I can't get the bail and light to go all the way back up there though. I can get the tip started in the slot but thats it. The switch only goes up about 1/4...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2022, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,636
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