Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-16-2021, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 390
Re: Proper way to fold down top
All phaetons really take two people to up and down. IMHO
They are a bit flimsy and warp and bend fairly easily; particularly the deluxe phaeton
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2021, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,005
Re: Hershey?
TN has what is commonly referred to as “Girl Scout Cookie sale law”
If a person is only doing one sale and not a perpetual vendor they do not have to collect and remit sales tax
Yeah the tax man...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2021, 04:30 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,005
Re: Hershey?
They took my money like there will be
I guess like everything it’s moving target...wait see
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2021, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 825
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2021, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 782
Re: Bolt and nut orientation
I have taken apart many originals but don't have one in the shop presently
All Ive seen is the head toward the fender and the nut inside the frame.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2021, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 2,187
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2021, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,365
Re: My FIRST Phone call to Burt's in Colorado
Yes! Berts is a true asset to the hobby in many ways!
Steve also focuses on quality in repo parts. He often contracts to have quality items made.
I talk to him often and seldom have trouble...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2021, 05:51 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 779
Re: Mothballs
Anyone had luck with the high frequency “noise maker”
I’ve got a perfect solution for those not faint of heart!
I have a barn snake somewhere in the shop (it’s a big shop!)
Never see it but find...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 447
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-04-2021, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 447
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-02-2021, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 415
Re: Dr window handle
There is a tool (and one can be easily crafted) that will slide behind the interior handle. That will give some ability to rocking and pulling at the same time.
John may be correct as to the final...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2021, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,590
Re: help with Model A market values
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Brent knows better than me as I haven't done a ground up in years. However, I do restore components and make alot of parts. I can tell you that a frame up used to take close to 1,000 hours if I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,590
Re: help with Model A market values
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10-20 MIGHT buy materials for paint, upholstery, bright work and glass!
A good restoration these days is $30k plus if done “close” to correct
Building a model a engine is going to approach...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2021, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,590
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2021, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 332
Re: Deluxe Phaeton top snaps
Thanks, I’ve had contact with Jim thru the years and he is very knowledgeable
Lost track and contact since his business closed
Will give him another try however
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 332
Deluxe Phaeton top snaps
Anyone have a detailed diagram of what and where the top snaps and fittings go on the 180a? Did old LB instructions have such?
I restore the irons but my authoritative details are incomplete ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 458
Re: 1931 Victoria
If you are speaking of a visor, no
It was the introduction of the slant bodies which have no visor
As Ronn says ...you can call it what you wish!!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2021, 03:40 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 458
Re: 1931 Victoria
There are two steelback and leatherback. But variants on those as production progressed. Two basic body styles
A400 is not considered a Vic although it shares many/some interior features
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2021, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 239
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2021, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 737
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2021, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 801
Re: new 30 MA fenders
It’s the fronts that are demons! And with 30 you have to add the short shield which is another high hurdle in itself. I wouldn’t even start with repo fronts but I’m fortunate with bunches
The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2021, 07:45 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 801
Re: new 30 MA fenders
School me here....
I thought rootlieb made T bodies, hoods and runningboards.
Now fenders? Haven’t checked their website
Their website says only T fenders
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2021, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 801
Re: new 30 MA fenders
Find a dealer for Albrecht rears
Gaslight is only front fender mfg
Find original fronts if you can
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-24-2021, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 450
Re: Zenith Sidebowl Parts
My experience with repo side bowl parts is not good....can’t keep them from leaking. They may have gotten better
Call Bert’s and see about originals
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