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Forum: Early V8 08-27-2023, 12:43 AM
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Views: 336
Posted By Sparta
Wanted - 1932 Ford Model 18 fordor

Hello all. I am in search of a 1932 Ford Model 18 Fordor Sedan with the flathead v8. must be a restored car and do not want any hot rods. You can message me here but I prefer a phone call or text to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-27-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,928
Posted By Sparta
Rebuilt engine supplier?

Hello everyone! I have a 1930 Ford model a that is due for a new motor. I want to keep the four banger but with some increased power. I will be putting on a high. Compression head, along with FSI...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-09-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,520
Posted By Sparta
Early Ford Hydraulic brakes in 1931 Fordor

Hello everyone! I recently sold my 31 Tudor for instead a 31 Fordor. Love the car. It has a few subtle upgrades for drivability, one of them being hydraulic brakes from an early ford car.

I’m...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-28-2020, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,718
Posted By Sparta
Water pump is tough to spin. Normal?

Hey guys! My two blade fan exploded so I had to remove my water pump to replace it. Upon removal, I noticed the pump spins but not very freely. It’s needs a bit of pressure to spin it. Front bearing...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-24-2020, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,360
Posted By Sparta
Kewanee Green, cant find it anywhere.

Hey guys, i have Kewanee Green painted on my 31 sedan. i need some touch up paint for some scratches. anyone know here i can find it? thank you!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2020, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,781
Posted By Sparta
Re: Which wire is positive/negative for ignition coil?

okay. i should note, it was the previous owner who had it wired as such. Is it possible that the reverse polarity is whats causing the misfire/sluggish engine?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2020, 06:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,781
Posted By Sparta
Re: Which wire is positive/negative for ignition coil?

okay, in that case i had it wired with opposite polarity. would it be possible for the car to run in that manner?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,781
Posted By Sparta
Re: Which wire is positive/negative for ignition coil?

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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-16-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,781
Posted By Sparta
Which wire is positive/negative for ignition coil?

This maybe a dumb question...but which of these two wires is negative and which is positive for the ignition coil? I’m replacing my old coil and noticed that the wire which stems from a stud on...
Forum: Model-A 10-09-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Posted By Sparta
Re: 1930-1931 Steel Front fenders

bump
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-23-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,165
Posted By Sparta
Re: My model A wont go faster than 40-45

I dont know what gear ratio it has...and I’m not sure if throttle is fully open. I can check if the linkage is allowing it to open entirely.

No, I haven’t tried retiming it. Perhaps it’s worth a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-23-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,165
Posted By Sparta
My model A wont go faster than 40-45

Hey guys! I’ve got a bone stock 1931 ford model A. It has a rebuilt engine with steel valves and bearings instead of Babbits. I just out on a rebuilt carb trying to solve the issue, which solved my...
Forum: Model-A 08-12-2019, 12:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 970
Posted By Sparta
475/500-19 set of 4 tires needed

I need four 475/500-19 tires for my 31. Must be in new or like new condition. Located in Clarkston, Michigan. you can call or text me at 248 842 7541. my name is oliver!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-11-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Sparta
Best fluid for stock model a rear axle?

Hey guys, What’s the best fluid for a stock rear axle out of a 31 Tudor sedan?

Thanks!!
Forum: Model-A 08-05-2019, 11:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Posted By Sparta
Re: 1930-1931 Steel Front fenders

https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/pts/d/clarkston-ford-model-front-steel-fenders/6946991380.html

ad for picture of fenders.
Forum: Model-A 08-05-2019, 11:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Posted By Sparta
1930-1931 Steel Front fenders

I have an original pair of 1930-1931 steel fenders. came off a 31. 250$ takes them. located in Clarkston, Michigan. They will need a good amount of bodywork, but there is no rust.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-04-2019, 01:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,710
Posted By Sparta
Replacing fuel shutoff valve, does tank need to be empty?

Hey guys! I’m replacing my fuel shutoff on my 31 model a. Does the gas tank have to be empty to do so? I see it threads right off, maybe just sneak a bolt onto the gas tank to stop it from pouring...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-02-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

I am sure to shutoff the valve after driving. I did shutoff clave with car running to see if it would die, and after about a minute it did.

I have a zenith carb and like I said, every time I’ve...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 08:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

Well here’s a couple other things to know. I’m seeing a puddle of gas leaking from carb every time after driving it, and it also leaks just as it sits. The choke was stuck until about an hour ago, I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 07:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

Hey Tom, it backfires when letting off the gas. Doesn’t do it at idle, but when I shut the car off today, it shot like a pistol.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 07:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

Just out of curiosity, could this cause a vacuum leak as well? Car is back firing and wondering if it has anything to do with it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,720
Posted By Sparta
Re: Just bought a 1931 Model A

Thanks everyone! I already really like the people here. And woofa, my profession is not a surgeon lol, but I’m probably as OCD about cleanliness!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 07:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

That would make sense, the previous owner said he adjusted the timing just before I bought it. Must of forgot to put it back in!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,403
Posted By Sparta
just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

just got my 1931 ford model a and have a oil leak. there is a bolt missing from front of engine, could this be culprit? here are photos.

https://i.imgur.com/ZCPeRAO.jpg?1
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-01-2019, 12:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,720
Posted By Sparta
Re: Just bought a 1931 Model A

:p lol you and your boys wont be coming near my garage. and thanks guys, again im really excited. got a few kinks to work out but for the most part hes ready to go!
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