Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2024, 07:57 PM
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Re: Bratton's Antique Auto Parts
I just bought an Optima Red Top hold down from Bratton's - received notice of shipment ridiculously fast and had the part two days later.
I think this is the fastest any A specialty shop has ever...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-21-2023, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,993
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2023, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,196
Re: Widowmaker
I had heard about these incidents but assumed they were few and far between. Based on the small sampling we have here, this is NOT uncommon.
Very useful cautionary advice. Not just for our own...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2023, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,639
Re: New 28 ratster owners here
@Pantodd74
Just do a password recovery and get logged back in on the HAMB.
From the description as a "60's survivor" I don't think it's a rat rod, so you don't need to call it that. It's a '28...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2023, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 10,290
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-06-2023, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 10,290
Re: Reports on Burtz new engines
Dave - thank you for this info! I am considering a single 97 for mine.
Do you mind also telling me which manifold you are using for the single? ...and did you have to modify it to get it to fit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2023, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 10,290
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-30-2023, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 867
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2023, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 9,775
Re: BAT-crazy prices and a 29 phaeton
Stickshift is probably right on this one. If you read the comments on that particular sale, you will see an unusual amount of supportive and often comical engagement from the seller. Much more than...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2023, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,799
Re: Tight Fit in My 1929 Roadster
I'm 6'3" and 200 lbs w/ '29 Roadster.
They key for me is to slide in backwards, with legs towards the running board, swing the legs around under the wheel and I'm in. That said, based on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2022, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,731
Re: F-150 transmission w/overdrive
Gary@AAAA Transmissions In Fort Worth will rebuild and offers a conversion kit, but you have to supply the transmission.
Mine should be back home early January. I'll document the install and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-14-2022, 03:26 PM
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Replies: 788
Views: 382,190
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-01-2022, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 7,807
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2022, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,367
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2022, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,367
Re: Bring A Trailer "No Reserve"
Ronn - I'd trust your sense of valuation better than mine. I paid more for my '29 Roadster and it's a twenty footer with no top or top hardware. ...but then again it also had full documentation for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-26-2022, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,367
Re: Bring A Trailer "No Reserve"
I would be very weary of trying to sell a car like ours on Bring A Trailer.
You have to consider the audience. The cars that draw the most attention are typically Porsches, Ferraris and more...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2022, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,060
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2022, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,060
Re: Engine Stand Adapter
Thanks all - really helpful.
At the very least it solves the mystery as to whether or not the adapter is going need to some holes drilled. Definitely does - and that makes sense.
...and indeed,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2022, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,060
Engine Stand Adapter
Hi,
I am looking at engine stand adapters - pretty common design like this one:
https://www.macsautoparts.com/model-a-ford-engine-stand-adapter-powder-coated-black-usa-made-28-23763-1.html
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,116
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2022, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,267
Re: Battery Shortage (not Shorted)
This hobby isn't cheap. Things cost money. Prices go up. Things change. You adapt. Some things are more difficult than others from one day to the next. You learn, you adapt again. Lesson over.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2022, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 4,048
Re: Jack Bahm passed
There are updated videos on youtube.
It's touching stuff so prepare accordingly.
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Forum: Model-A
06-19-2022, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 405
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2022, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 875
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2022, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 7,181
Re: This hobby is dieing
I can't keep people away from me when I drive mine.
You have to consider what the A means to people. I think for most people, the A is a piece of nostalgia. For many folks, they had one when they...
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