Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2019, 07:11 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-25-2019, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 10
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S/W 160A Standard Sedan Interior Door Handle
Does anyone know of a source for this part? It is identified as”L” in the judging standards. The repops for sale at every site only carry the deluxe and town sedan types. Only the standard sedan and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2019, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,529
Re: Stipe Shock Availability
William,
I just received an email that you had posted a question about the shocks and the use of the tubular links. After installing the shocks the ride was completely different. They transformed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,019
Re: Mystery Bolts
Rusty, thank you for the detailed response. You are correct on all counts. Since every “hole” that takes a bolt is filled, I suspect these two are leftovers from a previous project that were replaced...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,019
Re: Mystery Bolts
You may well be right. I did replace those bolts. I’ll compare this evening. Thank you.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,019
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,019
Re: Mystery Bolts
The threads are different. On further examination, I don’t believe that they are a set. Last year I rebuilt the transmission as well as the differential and torque tube (I removed an overdrive)....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,019
Mystery Bolts
I hope someone might help me identify the purpose/location of the bolt in the attached photo. I am finishing the installation of an engine rebuild and, though everything is now installed, and the car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2017, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,043
Re: Cracked Rear Main
It may well have been improperly assembled while being rebuilt. What about the images makes you think that it was done improperly? Are you in agreement that the babbitt was improperly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-13-2017, 02:54 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,043
Cracked Rear Main
A friend with an engine that was totally rebuilt 17,000 miles ago as part of a frame-off restoration has been trying to figure out the cause of an oil leak. This past weekend he removed a section of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2017, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Re: Shock Link Assemblies
I'll write a detailed description of what it did to easily get them installed and post it here when I'm at a keyboard and not an iPad.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2017, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Re: Shock Link Assemblies
Chris, I just installed the tubular links, along with Stipe shocks. After struggling with the links I finally figured out how to get them on easily. I sent you a PM.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2017, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,033
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2017, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,312
Re: New Stipe Shocks
I installed a set of Stipe shocks recently and the ride is now so smooth that it approaches a modern car. Everyone that has been in it comments on how different it is than before. It's a different...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2017, 04:21 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 9,088
Re: Front end shimmy
I purchased my 1931 S/W Fordor last June, and had a terrible shimmy at low speeds. I tightened the drag link which improved things slightly. When I noticed excessive wear on my brand new tires I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2017, 04:37 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,682
Re: Ryan
America is asking you to call?!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-03-2017, 04:23 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,601
Re: Brake sticking
I asked because a similar problem happened to me and was caused by the rod from the brake pedal to the cross shaft passing by the brake light switch and rubbing against the side of it. It turned out...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2017, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,601
Re: Brake sticking
Is there a sound when you pull it back that suggests that the pedal is sticking or caught on something?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2017, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,118
Shock Link Grease Seal Placement
I'm replacing dog bone links with the correct tubular type and don't know how to correctly orient the grease seals, which have asymmetrically placed holes (not centered on seal). How is the placement...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2017, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,529
Stipe Shock Availability
I just this moment got off of the phone with Stipe Machine. They had two complete sets of shocks in stock. I bought one. I thought I'd let you all know that they have one set left as of 10:30 AM,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-28-2016, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2016, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2016, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,762
Re: Unknown Overdive
Thank you, all, for the very helpful information. I will review the links.
Richard
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2016, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,762
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2016, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,762
Re: Unknown Overdive
Thank you for the instant reply. I knew this forum would be able to help me out. I have a volt system.
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