Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2019, 04:33 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Re: Laycock overdrive - Speedo drive
Steve,
If you were to provide your email address I will pass it on to a friend in Auckland who has sorted my Laycock speedo drive for me. He is not on this forum but has offered to help. Cheers...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2018, 01:11 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,381
Re: Head questions
Thanks for your research Bob. In a current thread titled "High Compression heads" two people have mentioned planing a 5.5 head, one by 50 thou and another by 100 thou. It would seem to me the amount...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2018, 02:21 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,381
Re: Head questions
I read on this forum sometime ago that a Snyders 5.5 head could be raised to 6.1 by planing a certain amount off it. I cannot find the original post. Can anyone advise what this figure is?
Cheers,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-28-2018, 10:49 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 27,558
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-28-2018, 10:46 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 27,558
Re: FSI distributor issue
Hello Bettlesr,
I have a Setup similar to what you describe and have difficulty with the timing advancing so far I get pinging. I have resorted to setting the idle timing at up to 10 degrees btdc...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2018, 02:45 AM
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Replies: 111
Views: 37,099
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2016, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,865
Re: Stromberg 97
I can see you undertaking the suggestion from Lawrie as a very interesting challenge given your approach to such things Ross. I had similar issues with the Weber on my Roadster - ok till hills or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-10-2015, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,714
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-12-2015, 11:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,118
Re: Apco temp gauge error?
Barkleydave,
I have the same issue with the APCO gauge in my 28 Roadster. I was concerned the engine was running hot as the needle was 3/4 through the green on flat running then bordering the start...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2015, 01:54 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,146
Re: Twenty-Nine Days to Spring!!!!!
29 days till our National Rally commences at Wanaka in the South Island of New Zealand. We have 154 entries according to the latest update from the organisers. Like many others I cant wait.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2015, 01:45 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,169
Re: 1935 wires on early A (AR) question
I have a similar Roadster, body number F115 with the handbrake in the same place. When I got it someone had fitted 16" wheels over the AR drums on the front wheels. The rear brakes had been changed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2014, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 9,110
Re: Rear Radius Rod Strengthening
We used a set off a V8 when we did my open driveshaft conversion. I was advised they were significantly stronger. They certainly look so.
Cheers,
Gavin
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2014, 01:53 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,693
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-11-2014, 02:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,980
Re: Model B Crankshaft
daveymc29,
I recently did this. Had the mains ground to standard A size and used Snyders B rods which had nuts that did not contact the sump. Also fitted a modern rear seal which I hope will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2014, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,645
Re: J type laycock overdrive gets hot
Thanks for your replies to date, much appreciated as we have no personal experience with these. The units are from Triumph 2000 or 2500 saloons which used the 85/90 oils. The quantity we have put...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2014, 03:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,645
J type laycock overdrive gets hot
We have two J type Laycocks being prepared for use in Model A's. Prior to installation we are bench testing them using a rig described on Buckeye Triumph's website which is very helpful. Having...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2014, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,570
Re: Drive shaft roller bearing shaft OD
Bob C,
Thanks for your suggestion but Tom Endy was unable to help. However, Tom Jordan of Snyders confirmed the 1.096" dimension which is much appreciated.
Cheers,
Gavin
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-11-2014, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,570
Re: Drive shaft roller bearing shaft OD
I have found the bearing surface pitted and unsuitable for the bearing to run on after the driveshaft has been modified to fit a Leycock overdrive. A pity I did not find this earlier. I can always...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-10-2014, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,570
Drive shaft roller bearing shaft OD
I need to have my drive shaft bearing surface metal sprayed and turned down but am not sure of what size this should be. I understand the worn limit is 1.085". We have one shaft measuring 1.096" - is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2014, 01:29 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,945
Galvanising Wheels
Happy New Year to Everyone. Has anyone any experience of galvanising Model A or similar wheels? I'm not sure how the heat involved in the process could affect the wheel but there would never be the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-17-2013, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,586
Re: Cross Drilled Crank
Thanks to those who have offered advice. I got to this point after buying a B engine and them a few grands worth of parts only to have the block crack beyond repair when valve seat inserts were being...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-16-2013, 01:18 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,586
Cross Drilled Crank
I have a counterweighted B crank which has been cross drilled for pressure oiling but I want to use the standard oiling system in my A. Can anyone advise me if I need to fill the cross drilled holes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2013, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,920
Re: What oil?
The guy who sold me my F150 gearbox recommended Red Line synthetic SAE70W80. I haven't installed the gearbox yet so cannot make any worthwhile comment.
Cheers,
Gavin
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2012, 05:00 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 10,950
Re: World end yet?
Its coming up to 2300 on the 21st here in NZ and all is well. We are going to get some bad weather from the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Evan from sunday on but the worlds still going round. Cheers,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2012, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,287
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