Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-24-2020, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,859
Re: Main and rod bearing adjustment ?
Thank you all for the great advice. I will hold off on doing anything for now but will keep an eye (ear) on the engine. I am convinced that when I decide to go over the bearings that I will pull the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2020, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,859
Re: Main and rod bearing adjustment ?
I did set my valve clearance a little wide, so they are a bit noisy. I will get a stethoscope and probe around. Noise isn’t all that bad, not like before I had the engine rebuilt, there was a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2020, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,859
Main and rod bearing adjustment ?
I’ve read all of the posts that I can find on the topic. I’m wondering when it’s time to drop the pan and do it. I had my engine rebuilt using Babbitt in 2014 since then I’ve put about 13000 miles on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2019, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,735
Re: Overheating Problems
You might check that there are no bubbles in the radiator, a blown head gasket can eject water from the radiator and cause overheating. NAPA sells a combustion gas test kit that you can use to test...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2019, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 11,670
Re: Mitchell transmission or overdrive
Thank you all for your thoughtful responses they have given me a lot to think about. To the mix there is also the f150 4 speed conversion, it would be easy if there was only one choice. If I can ever...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2019, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 11,670
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-13-2019, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 11,670
Mitchell transmission or overdrive
I would like to improve the drivability of my 31 closed cab pickup. Originally I was thinking about a Mitchell overdrive but now I’m wondering if I would be better off with the Mitchell synchromesh...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2017, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 11,779
Re: Hard to turn engine over A ford 1929
The electronic ignition module is very sensitive to low voltage. If the starter is drawing to much current, or if there is a resistance in the starter circuit, the voltage will drop below the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-06-2016, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,002
Re: Tachometer?
I have a "tiny tach" on mine, google tiny tach. When I ordered it I told them that it was for a model A. Cost was $47.00. Digital, self contained, no connections just wire warped around coil wire....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2015, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 122
Views: 23,758
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2015, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,837
Re: a few painting suggestions please
Thanks
It is the belt line that I plan to paint over the red base, about 1/2 or 3/4 in wide.
I'm going out shortly to pick up the paint, it'll be Nason base coat clear coat system. I'm pretty sure...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2015, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,837
a few painting suggestions please
I am in the process of repainting my 31 closed cab pickup. I have it primed and ready. I plan to paint it rubalite red with the narrow bead/stripe running around the hood and cabin tacoma cream. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-08-2014, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,997
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