Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2015, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,220
How much Cascade
How much should I add to my cooling system in order to remove the oil and grease buildup? Yes, I will be driving it..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2015, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,335
Which manafold heater?
I need to get an exhaust manifold heater. I have an autolite waffle style on my other car, and i'm not really impressed, even with an added sheet metal 'scoop' mounted on the front. This new A has...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,440
Re: Air conditioning
Perfect Bob, THANKS! I have a clutch problem on the compressor, might have to replace the whole thing....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2015, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,440
Air conditioning
I've lost the phone number of the guy in Houston that sells A/C kits for Model A's. I thought there was a recent thread about him, but search was unable to find it.
Any help with his phone number...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2015, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,439
Re: REBUILT Engine BREAKIN
My (well known) rebuilder said to just drive it like you're going to drive it, don't baby it.
In order to not get run over by traffic, most of my starts in my heavy Town Sedan are at or near full...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2014, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 6,620
Re: Model A Heated Garage Question
I keep my garage at 70. I discovered years ago that the air In my garage striated - warm at the ceiling, cold at the floor. I solved that by putting in a ceiling fan that ran quite slowly. It made...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2014, 10:54 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,906
Re: distributor problems
Try checking to see if the distributor cam is tight on the shaft. Just try turning the rotor by hand. There should be a little mechanical play, but no more. If you can spin it around, that's your...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2014, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 6,831
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2014, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 66
Views: 13,352
Re: minor nitpicking (again) - Restorer magazine
Chris, if you're so attentive to detal, you should be aware the editor has had serious health problems the last several months. GROW UP and contribute something worthwhile to the forum, while...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-22-2014, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 5,456
Re: 1930 Paint Question
Nabco
If you like the colors of TerryH's car, why not contact him to see if he still has his paint/color mix information.....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-21-2014, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,558
Re: Wheel Balancing
I use the balancer from Harbor Freight, it works with our wheels. I use adhesive wrights from NAPA.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2014, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,255
Re: shock mounting hardware
Yes, a limited run. If you want them, get on his list.
Mshmodela. You also need special bolts and nuts, available from the vendors
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2014, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,874
Re: GAV Question
Also, sometimes there is a quarter turn of play between the rod and the GAV needle, so you may not be moving the needle adjustment at all. A quick examination under the hood will verify what's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2014, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,696
Re: Lug nuts
Thanks, guys. With 2 cars with dual side mounts, rotating the tires, servicing the brakes on these drivers has become too much for my COPD. I'm going to order a 55 ft lb torque stick for my impact...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-12-2014, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,696
Lug nuts
Is there a suggested torque value for them? I thought I read 60-65 ft.lb.
TIA. Walt
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-09-2014, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 15,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2014, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 12,338
Re: Harbor freight wheel balancer?
Yes, fiddlybits gave the answer I needed. Previously my car was very smooth at 45 to 65 MPH with balanced tires. But I just had my wheels blasted and powder coated and installed new tires. Now the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2014, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 12,338
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-14-2013, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,787
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2013, 11:40 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Re: Reasons for deceleration vibration
I've had deceleration vibrations to some extent in all my A's. float-a-motors took care of it for me. It is somewhat the nature of this (and other) 4 cylinder engines, especially long-strokers.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2013, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,362
Re: B head or Lion III head?
With a 12v system the starter just flies with the lion head. In fact, even with the 12v field coils, the starter turns the engine over faster than the slow idle speed. Also, the lion head provides...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2013, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,417
Re: Gonna drive every day
One other note, it's a 12 volt unit. Knowing what I know now, I would convert to 12v in order to have this.
Adequate heat makes driving an A in cold weather an entirely different experience.....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2013, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,417
Re: Gonna drive every day
I played around with this problem for a while. I tried a manifold heater, but just couldn't get enough air to flow through it to warm the car. I then looked at restored water heaters, and mocked up...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2013, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 8,126
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2013, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 11,869
Re: Aftermarket Electric Radiator Fan
I have the exact same engine as you, but Mitchell overdrive and Berg radiator. I'm also having the same cooling problems. I removed the 4 blade fan and installed an aluminum 2 blade. I also...
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