Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-15-2016, 02:55 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,431
Re: Top Molding Options
I used the welt on wire type and it looks good to me and has held up well. When I restored my top the aluminum mouldings were not available. I tried reusing the original but was never happy with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2016, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,662
Re: Float a motor
With the float a motor mounts my engine shifted far enough forward so that the engine pan bolts could not be removed. I went back to the original mounts and can't tell that the vibration is any worse...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2015, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,153
Re: Wood graining cost
I did my own and I am very pleased with the way it turned out. I get a lot of compliments on it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2015, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,569
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2015, 05:32 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 21,647
Re: Float-A-Motor mounts
My FAM allowed the motor to shift far enough forward to prevent the removal of the front oil pan screws. I had to go back to the original. I don't feel any difference in the ride. I would not use a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2015, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,429
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2015, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,429
Squeak noise in clutch
I have a new noise that happens only at idle. It sounds like a loud intermittent squeak. It becomes continuous when the clutch is depressed. It hasn't been long since I greased the throughout...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2015, 10:14 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 5,557
Re: Shippers damage again
I guess I've been extremely lucky. No damaged or lost parts using USPS. But motor freight on the other hand.......
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2015, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 141
Views: 46,517
Re: Fellas... I've had enough...
I enjoy this sight. Thank you for making it even better. I like your rules. I was in a famous preacher's office in Frisco, TX a while back and he has a big sign behind his desk that says "Be Nice or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2015, 11:56 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 9,367
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2015, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,829
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2015, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,434
Re: Was it Chrome or Stainless for Bumpers
Chromed repops that I have bought in the past did not hold up. Chrome started popping off and rust popped through. I have stainless steel ones 20 years now and they look new.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2015, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 104
Views: 19,207
Re: Coast to coast
I live in Laurel, MS, about 25 miles off your route or maybe less if you take a slight detour. I would be glad to meet you and lend a hand if need be. PM me and I will give you my cell number. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-10-2015, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,649
Re: Headlights
My switch rod had a raised area right where the lever was formed onto the round center. That was dragging on the steering wheel causing the switch to move when I turned the wheel. I filed the area...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2015, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,421
Re: OPPS pictures
Seriously. The car really is nice looking. Have you driven it much?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2015, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,421
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2015, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,944
Re: Leakage around the head gasket
I know from experience that it works very well. Years ago I had seeping around the head gasket. I added one container of stop leak crystals and ran the engine until hot. I never had another head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2015, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,922
Re: air - fuel mixture ?
My bad. Screwing IN the idle air screw makes the mixture RICH. Sorry for the mistake guys, I had a brain fart.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2015, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,922
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2015, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 15,492
Re: Very Stuck Cylinder Head
Compression would not break mine loose. I bought the head removal tool shown and it popped it right off. After I ordered the tool and while I was waiting for it to come in I put WD40 around the head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-03-2015, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,056
Re: Water Pump And Fan
The studs on mine were easy to remove with a stud remover. No heat required in my case.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2015, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,245
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2015, 12:25 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,247
Re: light switch
I had this problem and it was caused by the lever on the switch control. Where the lever attaches to the round section that has the horn button it was slightly proud of the outside of the round...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2015, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,808
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2015, 10:09 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,655
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