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Forum: Model-T 04-27-2015, 08:09 AM
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Posted By johndob1929
looking for driver side model T 1926-27 roadster door hinges

i am trying to find one set of drivers side door hinges for a 1926-27 model T roadster. if anyone has a set to sell, i would really appriciate hearing from you ([email protected]...
Forum: Model-T 04-20-2015, 07:22 AM
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Views: 1,407
Posted By johndob1929
looking for a set of 26-27 roadster door hinges

i am trying to find one set of door hinges for a 1926-27 model T roadster. if anyone has a set to sell, i would really appriciate hearing from you ([email protected] or text or call john...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-23-2015, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By johndob1929
Re: 36 mechanical rear brake levers needed

one more thought......if i can't adapt the 37-38 cable backing plates and brakes to work with the model A braking system, is it possible to fit my model a rear backing plates, hubs and drums onto my...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-23-2015, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By johndob1929
Re: 36 mechanical rear brake levers needed

..........if these are 37'-38' cable operated brakes, has anyone ever adapted them for use on a model A ? think it is possible to operate them with a modified rod ?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-23-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By johndob1929
Re: 36 mechanical rear brake levers needed

hi kurt - that may be. i am still learing here. you are right, there is a cable but i assumed that was for the emergency brake. is that how 37-38 brakes operated, by a cable and not a rod ?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-23-2015, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By johndob1929
36 mechanical rear brake levers needed

hey guys - i am putting together a traditional hot rod / jalopy. (1926-27 crusty model T roadster body on a model A chassis with 51 ford truck flathead V8, 36 toploader 3 speed and 34 or 35 closed...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-04-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,011
Posted By johndob1929
Re: Tachometer for 1950 flathead v8

thanks for all the advice. after trying to get a regular tach to work and not having any luck i went and ordered a 6v. pos. ground tach from westach. should be arriving in about 6 weeks. i still may...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-01-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,874
Posted By johndob1929
50 flathead V8 temp. sending units

can anyone tell me if the stock sending units (one in each head) on my 50 flathead V8 (one has 2 wires on it and one has one wire but the wires were cut right at the sending units) are for a dummy...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-01-2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,307
Posted By johndob1929
juice brakes not releasing all of the way

hey gang - i am building a 1930 model A traditional hot rod. i installed a late 40's truck (banjo style) rear with juice drum brakes. i installed late 40's front juice drum brakes. i installed a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-01-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,011
Posted By johndob1929
Re: Tachometer for 1950 flathead v8

well i tried hooking up a old tack as merc suggested but i couldn't get it to work (tried different wirings as well). not sure if this works or not but i didn't have any luck. might try a different...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-27-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,011
Posted By johndob1929
Re: Tachometer for 1950 flathead v8

thanks.........are you telling me that any 4 wire tach should work ? i have a box full and will give this a try. thanks - john
Forum: Model-A 03-26-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,551
Posted By johndob1929
1929 MODEL A TRUCK - runs, clear title - SOLD !!

i am selling my 1929 ford model A pick up truck (http://delaware.craigslist.org/cto/3703349599.html#). the truck is 95% complete (http://delaware.craigslist.org/cto/3703349599.html#) and runs, drives...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-26-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,011
Posted By johndob1929
Re: Tachometer for 1950 flathead v8

sounds like what i am looking for. i will look them up. thanks !!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-26-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,011
Posted By johndob1929
Tachometer for 1950 flathead v8

hello....does anyone have any ideas how to hook up a tachometer to a 1950 flathead V8 ? i have read about changing the distributor to one with a tach drive or buying the original (if you can find...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-25-2013, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,947
Posted By johndob1929
Re: front spring with flathead V8 is flat

thanks for the suggestions. where can i find a 10 leaf spring ? (macks, mikes....?) are they made for 28-31 or am i looking for a 32 spring ? thanks again
Forum: Model-A 03-25-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 868
Posted By johndob1929
1929 model a truck for sale

i am selling my 1929 model A closed cab pick up truck. the truck is 95% complete, runs, drives, stops. i have a clear title for the truck. i am thinning out my collection (i have 3 model A's and want...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-25-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,947
Posted By johndob1929
front spring with flathead V8 is flat

hi guys - i put a 1950 flathead V8 in my 30' coupe (chassis is a 29'). the front transverse spring has little or no arch in it now with the heavier flathead. is this ok to run like that ? is there...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-31-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,548
Posted By johndob1929
Re: 42-47 open banjo rear end differental play

hi marty - thanks for the advice, i really appriciate the help. - john
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-30-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,548
Posted By johndob1929
42-47 open banjo rear end differental play

hi - i just bought a 1942-1947 (or 48 not sure) banjo style open driveshaft rear end out of a ford truck. i want to install this rear in my 30 model A coupe that has a 1950 flathead V8 with a 3 speed...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2011, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,601
Posted By johndob1929
Re: 29 rear wheel hubs

great advice, thank you ! this is a big help. i will look into the shims as well as making sure the brake pads are properly installed. thanks.....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,601
Posted By johndob1929
29 rear wheel hubs

hi - would you be able to tell me how tight the rear wheel hubs are suposed to be on the axle on a 1929 model a 2 door sedan ? when i tighten mine to snug or tighter it locks the wheel up and i can't...
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