Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2017, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 13,903
Good bye
Gentlefolks,
I am not a great believer in the gospel according to Henry Ford, and I am not joined at the hip to any one supplier. However, I have enjoyed my short time as a member of this forum...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2017, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,219
Re: Service Brake Cross Shaft Rebuild
That's what I did some years ago.
As the cross shaft hardly moves, the use of split bearings should not be an issue unless the shaft is very worn. I lucked out, mine was hardly worn.
Anyone...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-11-2017, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,133
Re: Bert's Model A Parts, giving a plug
Although I prefer to buy from Canadian sources, my go to US dealer is Snyders. I sent them an e-mail at 10.15 pm their (Ohio) time yesterday. It was in the mail at 9.15 this morning. USPS has it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2017, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,292
Re: 32 volt DC fan
This only applies if the motor is stalled or just starting. Back EMF is your friend. Saves lots of amps.;)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2017, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,344
Re: Degreasing
I forgot to add to my original response: I have hot water in my garage and use that in my pressure washer for stubborn messes.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2017, 12:38 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,149
Re: Acetone in gas
Up here in the cold, condensation (water) in the gas tank is a real problem as it can freeze in the gas line. It used to be that in cold weather we would put a few ounces of methyl hydrate in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-08-2017, 12:31 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,344
Re: Degreasing
I use Gunk and a pressure washer with lots of scraping and brushing, finishing with gun wash (spray gun wash). Occasionally I will use a wire brush in an air drill but I do not like to spread the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2017, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,014
Re: New brake drum and hub assembly
Darren, my tame machinist tells me he uses just over 35 tons to swage my studs. I buy the drums and studs locally and have Darren swage them.
I then have the drums turned at a local brake shop who...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2017, 11:17 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 7,312
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2017, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,890
Re: Torque Tube
Just finished rebuilding the rear end on our 1928 Tudor yesterday. Notwithstanding other significant issues, we had a leak at the torque tube/ banjo joint. It had no gasket. However, research and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2017, 01:50 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,454
Re: A block color
I rebuilt the transmission in our Canadian built 1928 Tudor late last month, and although the paint is long gone from the exterior of both the block and transmission, the inside of the covers over...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2017, 01:15 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 7,045
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2017, 12:56 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 10,443
Re: Re-thinking shortened pitman arm
Last winter I rebuilt and/or replaced all the steering components in our 1928 Tudor except for the draglink and king pins which were in very good shape. At the same time I fitted a short pitman arm...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-05-2017, 12:24 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,325
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2017, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 7,804
Re: Y Izzit?
Scan them into a PDF and e-mail them to yourself, or put them in the cloud, etc.
Also, I agree with post 26, above, too often the books tell you what to do not how to do it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-03-2017, 11:12 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 10,532
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2017, 11:05 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 9,944
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2017, 10:41 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,622
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2016, 12:51 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,285
Re: Lean to the right
Also known as bachelor lean. Turn the springs around and wait awhile, it should self correct given no significant problems such as broken spring leaves. Do not turn only one spring as this could...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2016, 12:35 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,967
Re: Need a little help installing flyweel/tranny
Removing and installing flywheels and transmissions need not be a major trauma.
I do it from inside the car with both front seats removed along with the front floorboard, toe board and brake...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-31-2016, 12:14 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,662
Re: rust in water
I have said it before, and will say many times more, good anti-freeze does much more than stop freezing. It has anti-corrosion properties that work with both iron and aluminum blocks. It is a very...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-26-2016, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,321
Re: Stuck Removing Rear Backing Plates
Just had the same problem last month. Used a rubber mallet to tap out the bolts holding the radius rods to the backing plates. Then everything fell apart.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2016, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 13,975
Re: Starting Restoration
X2. None of our cars are pristine. They have the scars of hard usage, and we are proud of it. It also means that when we do a show, or do a grocery run, anyone and everyone can touch and/or climb in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2016, 12:36 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,507
Re: Parts made in USA
We have a set of coffee cups that declare they are "Designed In Great Britain" but also "Made In China".
They always give me a good chuckle.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2016, 01:20 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 12,233
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