Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2019, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,626
Re: Shock Absorbers
I got the tubular set from Snyder's a year ago, the kit was easy to install. The ride and handling is very nice. If you aren't too concerned about an original appearance, this is a good option.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2018, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 217
Views: 42,415
Re: OK! Let's get personal!
52, got my A 1.5 years ago but my Dad had a couple of them in the early-mid '70s so the bug has always been there to one extent or another.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2018, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,350
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2018, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,350
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-28-2018, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,790
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-27-2018, 01:06 AM
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Replies: 720
Views: 179,547
Re: Two-Door Ford and Mercury Wagons
Sal,
It's got a mild 289/C4, a '63 Falcon V8 8 inch rear, and '65 V8 front suspension/steering with Granada spindles. Fun little cruiser, and just a bit better than the bolt action six banger it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2018, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,744
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2018, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,521
Re: How to pack a rear hub bearing video
I got raked over the coals by NAPA, they wanted $37 , I talked them down to $27. Live and learn. Brick and mortar keeps complaining about how online is killing them, perhaps if they weren't so prone...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-21-2018, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 720
Views: 179,547
Re: Two-Door Ford and Mercury Wagons
It's a '60, and I've had it for 30 years, but restored/modified it in 2007.
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/P51C/60%20Comet/IMG_0082_zpssm6h7hj7.jpg...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2018, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,521
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2018, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,521
Re: How to pack a rear hub bearing video
How did you like pulling that inner grease seal? I had to wail away on one of them for 8-10 minutes like a monkey with a slide hammer. And they have a lock ring as well? Didn't see the need for that!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2018, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Re: Rear axle/hub nut torque
I'm pretty sure that I used a upper or lower ball joint nut from an early Mustang/Falcon V8, which should make the search a bit easier.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-21-2018, 01:40 AM
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Replies: 720
Views: 179,547
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2018, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Re: Rear axle/hub nut torque
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lC_zIvb1Yuo&feature=youtu.be&list=PLav-W1BC-Nj-T6al6Pk5bcpNJQdDfO5H8
Not sure why it's listed under "comedy"...
I didn't do the hydraulic conversion. It was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2018, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Re: Rear axle/hub nut torque
Great success!
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/P51C/IMG_0223_zpsegpuxh0p.jpg (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/P51C/media/IMG_0223_zpsegpuxh0p.jpg.html)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2018, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Re: Rear axle/hub nut torque
Original size, axle threads bad.
Not a shiny hardware store nut, a dark oxided nut with the tall castle tips for max thread engagement. Looks old, original or correct application to me, but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2018, 05:23 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Re: Rear axle/hub nut torque
Thanks for the replies and advise.
But it happened, the right thread stripped at around 70 pounds. Nut fine, the threads were weak as I suspected. Phooey.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2018, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 14,303
Rear axle/hub nut torque
I am servicing the brakes and installing Snyder's shock brackets on my '28, and I have a question regarding the torque spec on the rear axle nut. It is 125 lb/ft per the Les Andrews book.
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-15-2018, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 7,430
Re: NEW parts That Are Junk!!!
I've restored several early Mustangs and Falcons, and I'm used to repro parts that don't fit out of the box. I'm also used to making them work, which I consider to be a part of the hobby and in some...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-02-2018, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 12,164
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-28-2017, 11:03 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 5,061
Re: scams
They usually ask me if I'll take a personal or cashier's check. I say, "Sure thing. Send all fraudulent checks to Detective Jim Rafferty, C/O Mesa Police department, 130 N Robson, Mesa, AZ 85201. For...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-25-2017, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,141
Re: Sorry guys but I just can’t resist.
We take a lot of heat for our summer heat, but winter more than makes up for it. 69 today, forecast 78 by Friday. I'd post a picture, but it looks like any other time of year.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-25-2017, 02:03 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,118
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2017, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 61
Views: 31,540
Re: Do any of you smell a rat here?
From Craigslist:
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-10-2017, 10:59 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,676
Re: Model A Touring Tunes
Heavy Traffic Ahead - Bill Monroe
Lost Highway - Hank Williams
Hot Rod Lincoln - Johnny Bond version
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