Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-23-2020, 10:10 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,688
Re: Battery Support Mystery
Thanks all for the responses. Good to know that there are other frames and battery supports out there with the same dimensions as mine. That tells me I probably don't have a gyp support. I am still...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2020, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,688
Battery Support Mystery
Bought a repro battery support (advertised to be best one available) for my 31 roadster. I was a bit surprised to find that the "exact reproduction" did not fit. I contacted the supplier and the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2015, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,172
Re: 31 roadster conv. Top iron question
Sorry, but I may have made an error in semantics... I should have said;
"The small right angle tab you mention inserts into the slot in the strut iron slot and serves to hold the assembly snug...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2015, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,172
Re: 31 roadster conv. Top iron question
For starters, you didn't ask this but I'll answer - the top irons, left/right can only go on one way so there should be nothing wrong with the way your irons sit in the folded position.
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2015, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 9,509
Re: Lebonney Baron question
To reinforce the earlier comments, I called LB this week to get a missing page that they left out of their roadster top install instructions. I also received a not so warm response. It was quite a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2015, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 9,174
Re: Lebaron Bonney Disappointment
I purchased a 31 top kit from LB and also agonized over the instructions. I looked at their video many times (terrible background music) and went back over the instructions several times. I also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2015, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,683
Re: how do i fix this roadster door problem
Uh oh!
Marco's website has an excellent dissertation on roadster door alignment.
However.... here's what your problem most likely stems from. Over a period of time, and this is most...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2015, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,685
Re: Re arching front spring
Sorry, I didn't answer all of your questions...
The Model A Ford As Henry Built it has a excellent spring chart. But if my memory serves me right, it only shows the centerline-to-centerline...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2015, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,685
Re: Re arching front spring
For sure, take the spring set to a spring shop. You may want to take the specs and tell them the CL to CL spring perch measurement when assembled. They should be able to do an excellent job.
I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2013, 07:05 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,084
What is correct location of bows on top irons
Would anyone be so kind as to provide me with a bit of guidance on locating the 2nd and 3rd top bows on new top irons for 31 Deluxe roadster?
Specifically, what should the distance be from the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-22-2013, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,087
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-19-2013, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,087
Need guidance on top irons for 30-31 Roadster
Can anyone provide me with a bit of guidance on whether or not there are multiple manufacturers of the 30-31 top irons for the delux roadster.
I see prices range by over $100 among the parts...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2012, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,011
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2011, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,213
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2011, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,213
Roadster Rear Window and Body Socket Hole Size
Rear window in 31 Deluxe Roadster -
How may screw holes does the original window frame have? My frame has 12 holes but I get the impression from reading the LeBaron Bonney catalog that there may...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2011, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,616
Re: Wood Restoration
Sorry - I forgot to mention, if you replace the wood, use red oak, not white oak. With red oak you do not need to stain and the clear urethane has a slight amber tint and will darken the wood just a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2011, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,616
Re: Wood Restoration
Sorry, but bleach will do just that. Your oak will be a sickly washed out color and oil will not color wood. Applying a stain will only make it look uglier.
Two remedies would be to a) remove the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2011, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,709
Re: Shock Rebuilders
Robert Paul is who you want - I just received a set of shocks Robert rebuilt for me. Very personable gentleman and very honest and easy to work with. Be patient though. There are a lot of folks ahead...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2011, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 213
Views: 567,528
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2010, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,634
Re: Running In Advice
Karl,
I recently broke in my engine after a complete rebuild to stock conditions. I had the cylinders re-bored and then honed to fit new pistons. I also had new babbit mains re-poured and set to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2010, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 213
Views: 567,528
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2010, 05:46 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,696
Re: Generator wiring
Tom - you went through a bit of trouble with your pictured description and it is very much appreciated.
I have a much better understanding of the principle of operation. When the theory...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2010, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,696
Re: Generator wiring
Tom - I assumed that there must be a difference as to which end of the field windings you connect to the 3rd brush as I also assumed that it is related to the direction of armature rotation.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2010, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,696
Re: Generator wiring
daviscf - interesting how you have your wiring hooked up. Looking in the the Generator Book by Mcree for an internally grounded generator, the internal hook-up is described this way:
> one of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2010, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,696
Generator wiring
After rebuilding my 31 generator , I need a bit of help confirming the wiring hook-up. Here is the way I have it currently wired:
a) the adjustable (3rd) brush is connected to one of the field...
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