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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2019, 01:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,057
Posted By 29er
Re: Aussie Model A Ute

Bluetooth
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-28-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,770
Posted By 29er
Re: best head puller

Check out this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtgvnT6ab0U&t=268s

Mike
Head's up in Orygone
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-17-2018, 10:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,330
Posted By 29er
Re: New video on How to Do a Lube Job on a Model A Ford

Hey Mark! Great video and a great contribution, too. Thanks!Hope you'll make more.

Mike in Oregon
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-14-2018, 11:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 941
Posted By 29er
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays!

An original poem, Sung to the tune, "HARK! THE HERALD ANGEL SINGS":

HARK! THE HORN, “AHOOGHA” SINGS

Hark! The horn, “Ahoogha”, sings
Turn the key, the engine pings.
Raise the hood, pour in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-05-2018, 10:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By 29er
Re: Installing Battery Disconnect Switch in 1931 Coupe

Hey Joop:

Here's a photo (not mine); See Post #45:

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=183530&highlight=battery+disconnect

When I bought my '29 coupe, the battery disconnect...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-30-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,762
Posted By 29er
Re: Re-torque head

censored!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-30-2018, 12:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,762
Posted By 29er
Re: Re-torque head

Roger that... besides, who doesn't need another tool? :D

Mike in Orygun
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,762
Posted By 29er
Re: Re-torque head

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=251893&highlight=snap-on
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-25-2018, 06:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

Bill: Ya made my day!!


:D
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-25-2018, 11:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

And don't forget the anti-seize! :eek::rolleyes::D:p
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-25-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

John: THANKS! (why didn't I think of looking there?). That's pretty definitive! It's interesting that given so many Zenith carburetors had the brass needle seat none of the parts suppliers mention...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2018, 11:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

Thanks Gary.
Current score: No = 1 Yes = 1

:confused:
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

Many thanks for taking time to post diagrams!

Yup, it's the brass seat as shown:

https://www.brattons.com/carburetor-adjusting-needle-seat.html

and not the comp jet that goes in the bowl....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2018, 06:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

Thanks! Seems it would leak without a washer. Do you put Permatex or anything in it?

Problem is my GVA doesn't seem to work and the car runs fine (but maybe a little rich) with the GVA turned...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Re: Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

Hi Fred! Long time no see! We think about you every time we go to the coast and pass by your old house.

The one I'm talking about is for the GAV that the gas adjusting needle fits into to regulate...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-24-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,580
Posted By 29er
Is there a washer on the brass carb adjusting needle seat?

I just received a brass carburetor adjusting needle seat for a Zenith carb from one of the suppliers. It didn't come with a washer, but I'm pretty sure there should be one, right?

Thanks!
Mike
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-18-2018, 10:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,133
Posted By 29er
Re: Hub cap mounting tab tricks?

By the way, here's a Tech Video on how to make your own hubcaps:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LtXB6tF2KQ

;)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-18-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,527
Posted By 29er
Re: GAV replacement

Here's a site with lots of carb info:

https://www.model-a.org/default.html
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-16-2018, 09:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,198
Posted By 29er
Re: add temperature probe

Follow-up question: So, if the gooseneck is removed to either drill a hole for the temperature probe, or to replace it with one that's already been drilled, does the head gasket need to be replaced?...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,073
Posted By 29er
Re: Stuck head

Ahhh, good idea, Grasshopper!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-11-2018, 11:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,073
Posted By 29er
Re: Stuck head

Check this out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtgvnT6ab0U

I made one using a 1/2 inch metal plate; works like a charm without damaging head or cylinder block by prying on them. Many thanks to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-13-2018, 02:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,815
Posted By 29er
Re: Coil Voltage ???

HAHAHAHA. Well see, if he had been wearing his "Depends", that wouldn't have happened! Let that be a lesson! :D:p:);):rolleyes::eek:
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-12-2018, 09:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,815
Posted By 29er
Re: Coil Voltage ???

Roger that. I've got > 7,000 miles on my coupe with a Pertronix Flame Thrower 1.5 ohm coil and original points. :) "Power you can feel in the seat of your pants"!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-12-2018, 11:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,363
Posted By 29er
Re: Antifreeze cost comparisons

Is the boiling point of catsup higher or lower than ketchup? :confused:
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-14-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,410
Posted By 29er
Re: zinc in motor oils

Thanks Mike. I tried to edit my post, but it's not buying it. Just Google "ford vintage" and search "zinc". Some useful info there as well as on this site.

Mike :)
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