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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2024, 07:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,792
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums

Sounds logical to me although I'd use wheel bearing grease instead of white lithium. I'm not sure if it's in the Les Andrews books, service manuals or just common practice but the parking brakes...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-08-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,084
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Cluster bearing solution?

I just started at RBC before Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, I think pricing would be many times more than any of us would pay if they'd even look at a job as small as antique car transmission bearings....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-23-2023, 12:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,894
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: help dowshift 3rd to 2nd

Agreed. I tried to shift that way at 10mph or so... never again. If you can rev match, do that. I tend to drop into 2nd between 15-25mph. If the car starts lugging up a hill I'll downshift at 25,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-03-2023, 06:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,559
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: 28-29 30-31 Model afour door sedan's

Is that a tank or just a panel where the tank would go? 1929 saw the change from the 60 series Fordors to the 155/165 series that carried through 1931. A 60 series from 28-(mid?)29 would be very easy...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-21-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,082
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Do you own a 1930 Standard three window Fordor Sedan?

The engine date is 4/10/30 and I bet it's the correct number. It's got forged front fender brackets, and an electric wiper. So it could have been built anytime between mid-April to early July.


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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-21-2023, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,082
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Do you own a 1930 Standard three window Fordor Sedan?

I've got a 165-C standard Murray. I'm probably biased but I like the look of a standard car without side mounts or cowl lights.

My grandparents bought this car in 2001 from a family friend who...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-01-2023, 03:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,022
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Foam in Anti-freeze

Use dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent will foam worse than anything you've seen yet.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-27-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,082
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: rear hub bearings

Try calling around. Websites might only list the kit with the bearings but the vendors might be willing to sell just the sleeve. NOS bearings are the way to go unless you want to use Synchro's method.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-27-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,748
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Installing metal valve stems

I did 5 tubes back in January. I bought one extra but didn't end up needing it. I followed that guide but used a regular pair of needle nose pliers with a nice radius on the outside that wouldn't...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-27-2023, 07:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 697
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Distributor question

Not to worry no harm done. It’s hard to over oil a Model A. Also don’t worry about not having the drilled upper shaft. There have also been plenty of posts showing evidence that as long as you fill...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-21-2023, 10:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,694
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Driveshaft housing

Looks like a round speedo tank to me.


http://www.plucks329s.org/pdf/gastank/Evo30_31gas_tank.pdf
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-02-2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,097
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Replacement throttle shaft

Probably the best way is to make a jig to hold the throttle shaft while you peen the arm. I suppose you could also assemble it into the carb and use that as the jig.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-01-2023, 09:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,724
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Shifting advice

Almost without fail, getting my car out after the winter it takes me a bit to get back in the groove. I've taught a couple guys to drive my Fordor and both of them initially made the 1-2 shift way...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,541
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Radiator Cap Won't fit into the grill shell

I just got a new plain cap recently and have the same issue. My radiator is an older one from Independent Radiator, the same company that makes the non-brassworks radiators sold by (I believe)...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-01-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,823
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Need 13/32" socket for the GAV housing.

Here's a wrench available on McMaster. 13/32 on one end, 5/16 on the other. Handy for carb work.


https://www.mcmaster.com/5401A19/
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-01-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 515
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Wiper amperage

It depends on the friction between the wiper blade and the glass but I think it's around 2A. I can double check later today.


The various wiper motors will also probably have different current...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2022, 07:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,497
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Float A Motor

I got a set of FAMs for free and decided to try them out. I noticed only a marginal difference, nothing worth getting excited over. I'll swap back over to the stock mounts probably this winter. Bit...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-16-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,490
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Over heating. Can't figure this one out.

Another issue is if the fins get loose and the tubes can't transfer the heat to them efficiently.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-15-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,489
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Radiator steams after short drive.

For not a ton of money you can add a temp gauge to really see what the coolant temp is doing. I always thought my radiator was marginal. Added a temp gauge and found it runs in the 140-150 range. You...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-27-2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,594
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Smokin

I agree with Bob, there shouldn't be a wire from the switch to the ammeter. Also, there should just be two wires off of the ignition switch, power from the coil and the wire to the points. My guess...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-09-2021, 10:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,525
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Another Reason to Love the A

That and, "wooden ships and iron men!"
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-29-2021, 09:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,415
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Driving in 110 degree heat

At 110 I'd probably vapor lock too :D
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-19-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,276
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Cut out problem on 30?

Could be, give it a good tap and see if it starts charging.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-11-2021, 11:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,719
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Longest trip yet...MPG suck!

I tend to get mid to high teens in my Fordor with 3.78 gears and I live in hilly terrain and have a lead foot. Sounds like the carb is in need of some attention, GAV needing to be 2/3 of a turn out...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-10-2021, 09:01 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,210
Posted By ryanheacox
Re: Andalusite Blue

A PPG dealer should be able to use the code IM121 for Andalusite Blue. My grandparents had our car painted at *cough* Maaco and they were able to get a really good match on Andalusite.
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