Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2013, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-03-2013, 02:53 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,424
Re: Spit and Sputter...
Exactly what my 29 RPU does when the crummy condenser in my New Rex distributor fails, which is quite frequent.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2013, 05:49 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,241
What would Henry think?
After replacing the entire windshield and frame on my 29 RPU, I really didn't want to use the clamp on original style rear view mirror because it continually scratches the frame and affects the soft...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2013, 05:36 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,593
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-15-2013, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,593
Re: Missing Suddenly - Fixed!
Condenser Again!!!! The one on the left came with the modern kit and lasted 100 miles, the one on the right only lasted 20 miles! So now I have installed the third, also from Snyders. Thinking...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-10-2013, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,593
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-10-2013, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,593
Missing Suddenly
My mechanic put a rebuilt distributor in last winter that has the modern top plate. The timing was too retarded so I moved it up to 0 with lever up and about 28 with lever advanced. I did about 100...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2013, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 6,069
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2013, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,164
Tubular rivet tool needed
Can someone tell me where I can buy a tubular rivet tool? I need to replace the rivets that hold the hood leather corners on.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2013, 05:14 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,665
29 Roadster Pickup Windshield Question
Can somebody tell me why my 29 Roadster Pickup windshield swings open but has no provision to prop it up. I understand that 30/31's have a lower arm to accomplish this. Has anyone come up with a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-19-2013, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Fixed!!!
Changed radiator to a Brassworks pressurized unit and all is well. Running about 140 after ten mile run. It was a combination of timing and a clogged radiator. The old one only held about 3/4 of a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2013, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Re: Spring time overheating
Installed the Brassworks radiator last night and had a few issues. The hood is a little out of line, slightly twisted. Also the radiator inlet and water outlet are not lined up and the temp probe...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2013, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,440
Re: Spark advance range
Last year the temperature was never an issue, the Motometer would usually read in the bottom third of the scale, but I know these are not terribly accurate. The Rex-A-Co was reading very close to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2013, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,440
Re: Spark advance range
Retimed to zero with lever up and that gave close to 28 with the lever down, ran much better. Rex a co gauge is reading about 195 but not boiling over anymore. What is normal operating temperature...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2013, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,440
Spark advance range
Still trying to figure out my overheating issue, checking timing since my mechanic put a rebuilt distributor in this winter. Last year I set up timing marks as per FS ignitions method. So after...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2013, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Re: Spring time overheating
Idled the truck for 15 minutes in the driveway and took 15 temp readings on the radiator front with a laser pyrometer. Also installed a Rex-A-Co temp gauge. After 15 minutes it started to get hot,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2013, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Re: Spring time overheating
At the moment I can only go about two miles before boiling over, so I am not sure the vinegar will work for me unless I just let it sit for a month.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2013, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Re: Spring time overheating
Do you buy the white vinegar from a grocery store? If so I think it is only 5% acid. We used to buy 50% white vinegar from an industrial supply to flush out catalytic converters in my business. It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-16-2013, 02:16 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,805
Spring time overheating
I am in New York and just picked up my 29 Pickup Roadster from my mechanic after winter storage. During the winter he installed a Mitchell Trany, new clutch and rebuilt distributor. I now overheat...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2012, 02:36 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,223
Re: What a difference 82 years makes!
I didn't have a jack with a scale with me, just centered the car on the trailer, load felt about right. I probably could have backed on but I wasn't too concerned with the tongue weight. I have had a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2012, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,223
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2012, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,731
Need a Shop in my Area - NY/NJ/CT Tri-State
Does anyone know of a good shop to do front end work and a steering gear and column change out in the NY/NJ/CT Tri-State area? I am willing to trailer my 29 Roadster Pickup some distance for the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2012, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,140
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2012, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,140
New Owner, Lots of Questions
Recently bought a 29 Roadster Pickup and have been working to get it properly sorted out. Car was restored in the 1980's and is in running order but has been sitting for a while.
1. Changed...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2012, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,540
Re: How do you lift a Model A?
That was my next question, wasn't sure if I could use a floor jack on the banjo or jack stands under the axles. I take it that this presents no problems.
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