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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-22-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 820
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Speedometer "sticking" at random

You may need grease at the turtle?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-16-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,710
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Tow Insurance

I have my four antique automobiles ensured with them and selected up to $50 towing since I seldom will be far from home. If I take a trip I can use AAA which I also have.

I am very happy with the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-15-2024, 12:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,710
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Tow Insurance

American Collector's Insurance tow coverage.

"We will pay towing and labor costs incurred each time "your covered auto" or any "non-owned auto" is disabled, up to the amount shown in the Schedule...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,329
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head Light Problem

Any light problem, ever, check your grounds. Don't ask me how I know. Seriously, check grounds to lights and to frame.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-28-2023, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,122
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Dash light

If you put an LED bulb in it you will have more light, less current draw and it WON'T burn your fingers.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-20-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,088
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: device to jump start my model A

A good battery and a GOOD ground and you should not have a problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-07-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,669
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Preferred parts vendors

I have probably used every vendor mentioned here and lately it comes down to shipping. Some vendors ONLY ship UPS or FEDEX and the charges they pass on are actually upcharges as far as I can tell....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,203
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2023, 11:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,359
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: I was thinking of changing to 12 volt negative ground.

WHY? cellphone only uses 5 v, the plug limits it. Good grounds, and 6 v starts Model A no problem. Alternator IS an improvement.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-07-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 960
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: generator bolt

Depends on year. Check Bratton's on-line catalog for info.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-24-2022, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,740
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: 1928 roadster pickup top question

Beautiful old pickup. Drive it!

I think we modern spoiled people need to remember the 1928 pickup we are talking about was replacing a Model T. Or nothing, as the new owner might have been lugging...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-19-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,843
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Off topic: If you were 18 again?

I majored in Accounting. Decided in senior year I never wanted to do it. 1960 US Army wanted to draft me. Married the best woman I've ever known. Joined USN to be a non-pilot flight officer. Decided...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,889
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Blue Ridge Parkway/ Skyline Drive

It should be a beautiful time for your drive.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 01:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,591
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-07-2022, 01:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Light/horn rod retainer clip

My experience as a suggestion.
-First, make sure the rod is the right length.
-Second, make sure the clip fits the rod.
-Third, the rod needs to be pushed down hard. I used a yardstick (remember...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-09-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,414
Posted By Ted Duke
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-09-2022, 06:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,166
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head Light Switch Bulb

"High & low beams come on as they should. Brake lights work as they should. Tail lights & cowl lights don't come on. There is a brief flicker of the tail lights when moving the light switch handle...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-09-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,095
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: WD40 as hand cleaner

Try the cheapest shampoo you can find. Dollar or and a quarter store. Use before water and shampoo.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-21-2022, 03:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,055
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Gone 8 miles!!! Questions? Problems.

I think a Model A Ford engine seeks it's own level by spitting. New core -Why do you think it is overheating? New engine might be a little tight. Just wait. As long as the radiator cores are covered...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-22-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,047
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: mystery backfire-Dummy me

Not on a Model A, actually on an IH pickup. I carefully overhauled the carburetor and started it up. When flames appeared, I put them out with fresh dirt from a recently dug flower bed, and THEN I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-27-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,631
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: 29 Roadster Pickup Seat ?

John.
I don't know about closed cab. On a Roadster PU the wood goes across as a brace. The seat sits on the metal base. I would suggest you repost your question again not under Roadster PU as I am...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,162
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Head light ??

It is possible your switch has corrosion. Easy to check.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2022, 05:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,595
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Some people should not own a Model A

I only knew of ONE Model A Ford in the rural community I grew up in back in the forties and fifties. Yes, strange, but true.

In 1971 I bought a Model A Rdstr PU and started disassembly with my...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,181
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Parked in the garage

https://www.pure-gas.org/index.jsp?stateprov=NY
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-14-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,266
Posted By Ted Duke
Re: Hagerty Insurance

"https://www.hagerty.ca/insurance/Frequently-Asked-Questions/General-Guidelines"

AND THIS WEBSITE EXPLAIN THEIR RULES AND THEY DO NOT ALWAYS AGREE. READ THE ONE APPROPRIATE TO YOU, AND always read...
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