Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2017, 05:23 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2017, 11:47 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2017, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,716
Winter Storage
Due to room constraints, my Model A truck will be stored outside, covered by tarps. To preserve the tires, would it be best to put jack stands under the front and rear axles and keep the tires off...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2017, 06:53 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,258
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-01-2017, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,292
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-31-2017, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,292
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-30-2017, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,292
Re: Rear spring
On the subject of springs, can anyone confirm the number of leaves (?) on the front spring for an AA with metal dump body. Current one has 14 leaves. As I also understand it, the shackles for this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2017, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,289
Re: Acetelyne torch sparker
Nice idea! Wonder if you could one of those long lighters that take butane (without the butane)?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2017, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,631
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2017, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,623
Re: Burial
Sorry for your loss. I am sure he would be pleased with how you honored him.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,357
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,357
Bratton's Engine Stand Adapter
Has anybody used this with a Harbor Freight engine stand. There does not appear to be an easy way to adapt it. Only way I can figure is to exchange it for the one in the stand and then drill a bunch...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
Pulling the engine in my AA Truck
Setting about to pull the engine in my truck. Everything in order. Looking closer at the transmission case, it looks like it had a partial repair of the outer case. I knew something had been done...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2017, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2017, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
Re: Newbie Guidance
Finally found a used engine puller and purchased an engine stand along with the plate to use with the Model A engine. Getting close to pulling the engine. Is there a way to support the transmission...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2017, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2017, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
Re: Newbie Guidance
Thanks again for all the great information, advice and encouragement! I have decided to go ahead and pull the engine. As you can see from one of the photos, the head is currently off and all the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2017, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
Re: Newbie Guidance
Thanks for all the help!
I will plan on starting the clean-up tomorrow. I am leaning towards pulling the engine/transmission to learn some more and get a look at everything. I figure I mine as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-29-2017, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,675
Newbie Guidance
I am slowly disassembling the portions of the engine on my truck I feel like I can. The purpose ids to see if there is anything I can improve/repair and to also learn about my Model A truck. Only...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-28-2017, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 23,454
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-27-2017, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 8,514
Re: Compression Test
Initially decided to put all the nuts back on and torqued them. Unfortunately, one snapped off at around 35ft lbs. I then decided to remove the head. Head came off quite easily. Lo and behold,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2017, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 8,514
Re: Compression Test
Thanks for all the input. Gives me a lot to consider. I will keep you all updated and I am sure there will be additional questions. All the best, Kieran
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