Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-21-2017, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,775
Re: 1927 Model T value
Thanks for the input. It doesn't sound like $7500 is an excellent deal. I'm more used to pricing Model A's. An A in this condition would be worth much more. I'm surprised the T's are worth less. ...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-20-2017, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,775
1927 Model T value
Hello everyone, my dad has a Model A and is looking to buy a Model T from a neighbor in town. I'm familiar with the A but this would be my first experience with a T. My dad is 86 and drives his A...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2014, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,599
Re: Another membr passing.
So sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He was SUPER friendly guy who constantly offered to help me with Model A "issues". He was so excited last year about being invited to show at Edisons house. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2013, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,513
Re: 0 compression in #1
My dad's A had that problem when he first bought it. We soaked the valve with PB blaster through the spark plug hole and then tapped it down with a screwdriver and hammer. I had to hit it pretty...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2013, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,134
Re: Model A cost in today's $$$
I believe a big difference between then and now is the percentage of consumers that finance. I've read that 100 years ago only 2% of homes/land in the USA were financed. I can only imagine this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2013, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 10,419
Re: In line fuel filter
We have one inline between the firewall and carb. It's plastic. Looks bad but does the job. We got it from Autozone.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2013, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 17,906
Re: Stories about Henry Ford
OK so I spent an evening with my great uncle who went to Ford trade school in 1937 and worked for Ford until 1982. His dad, my great grandfather, worked for Ford from 1910 to 1958.
I asked him...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2013, 08:20 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 19,289
Re: New guy to the Barn - 1929 Model A
Update 3/22/13
My dad installed new brakes on the front. We took it out for a drive yesterday and it stops much better. They seem to be dragging a bit though so he is going to make an...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2013, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 17,906
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2013, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 17,906
Re: Stories about Henry Ford
My Great Grandfather started working for Ford in 1910 in Detroit and two of his sons (my grandfather and great uncle) all worked there for most of their lives. They all met Henry on a few occasions...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-02-2013, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 76
Views: 19,289
Re: New guy to the Barn - 1929 Model A
Success! The A drove to its new home perfectly. Too cold for ice cream though :( thanks to everyone for your help getting this thing road worthy. We'll see you locals out and about after my dad...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2013, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 19,289
Re: New guy to the Barn - 1929 Model A
Late update for awhile 2/27/13
Was able to work on the A with my dad last night for 3 hours. Installed the new horn button, removed and cleaned a number of grounds, cleaned the vented gas cap,...
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Forum: Model-A
02-26-2013, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,262
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Forum: Model-A
02-25-2013, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,262
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Forum: Model-A
02-24-2013, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,262
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2013, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,164
Re: Back in the day, anyone ever hear of...
When I was a kid my dad would also brush on old engine oil to his car frames before winter (in Detroit). I'm glad you posted this because I always thought he was the only one lol.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2013, 08:51 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,055
Re: Price comparisons 1929 to 2012
Using those figures it doesn't seem like we're doing too bad. One figure that will throw this off is debt. Back then people owned their belongings. Now everyone is in debt up to their eyeballs.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-08-2013, 12:48 AM
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Replies: 103
Views: 21,300
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2013, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 865
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2013, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,324
Re: Horn Button Diameter
Thanks a lot guys. I'll order up a 1930 button. Is it possible the 1930 steering wheel made it on to a 1929 truck from the factory?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2013, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 19,289
Re: New guy to the Barn - 1929 Model A
Update 2/6/13:
Last night I installed the new one wire 12v alternator. She is charging like a champ! I also changed the motor oil, tranny fluid, and rear end fluid. Put in some MMO in the new...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2013, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,324
Horn Button Diameter
Hi guys, I did a search but did not find anything...
I purchased a new horn button from Mac's (I'm new I didn't know any better). It arrived yesterday and when I went to install it the diameter...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-05-2013, 12:02 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 6,411
Re: Joining a local club
Of course he doesnt need to join, you fix his car for him without membership! Lol, people are people.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-04-2013, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 7,024
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2013, 12:27 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,129
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