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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 08:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,521
Posted By WHN
Re: Safety cage?

After 65 years owning Model A Fords I gave up in 2022 and sold the last one.

Safety had become one of the biggest reasons it was sitting in our garage.

My family now drive Volvo’s. Do you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2024, 03:07 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,913
Posted By WHN
Re: Value of an Un-Restored Model A Engine

As a long time Model A guy and antique collector, I hate to say this, but!

In my many years with these cars, I have never seen a engine that was just sitting in a garage or barn that was worth...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-03-2024, 08:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 990
Posted By WHN
Re: Front fender crack

Many years ago I had a crack on the front passenger side fender right at the top. The car had just been painted and I was really upset.

However, my old time body man who had done the body repairs...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-28-2024, 08:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 588
Posted By WHN
Re: Rear view mirror - interior

He who has the gold, can make the rules.

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-14-2024, 10:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,332
Posted By WHN
Re: Wishbone question

Fine a new axel that is not bent.

I had a wish bone that did the same thing.

I had the axel straighten, everything fit fine.

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-09-2024, 12:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,142
Posted By WHN
Re: Removing rear hubs

Interesting! Never heard this one before.

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-06-2024, 08:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,104
Posted By WHN
Re: Rebuilt Model A engine

How long was it sitting?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-25-2024, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 609
Posted By WHN
Re: Distributor shafts - one piece or two piece?

Every one piece shaft that I have seen, is bent, and we replaced them with two piece shafts.

This alone solved a lot of engine noise on those engines.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,068
Posted By WHN
Re: Model A Hard to Steer

I agree! A properly maintained Model A can be steered using one hand while driving down the road.

I would jack up your front end and completely check things out. See how it turns with the weight...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2024, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 979
Posted By WHN
Re: Grinding

Simple stupid is were to start. Change your transmission again. Get another bottle from a different supplier. I have been using half 600w and half STP. Has worked well for many years.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-15-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,846
Posted By WHN
Re: Prices going through the roof?

RONN is right on.

Radiator Stone Guard, side mounted spares, trunks, cowl lights, paint, speed parts, the list goes on.

Correctly rebuilt front end and brakes, shocks, good springs, tires, gas...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2024, 04:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,767
Posted By WHN
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums

My favorite Model A saying after 62 years of owning them is,

“Don’t try to fix something that’s not broken”.

Clean it up, grease it, put it back together and adjust. You will be good to go.
...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,846
Posted By WHN
Re: Prices going through the roof?

Right on point! It’s a hobby. For most of us, it’s not really an investment.

Mutual Funds average 7 to 8 percent yearly return on average.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2024, 12:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,767
Posted By WHN
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums

Sounds like you should be good to go with a little adjusting.

You will always have fading under hard or long distance stopping. Be careful on long hills.

Parking brake? Do both rear wheels...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-09-2024, 08:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,767
Posted By WHN
Re: Front and Rear Brakes, Drums

How were your brakes working before you took everything apart?

Your shoes along with everything else look great.

Maybe just adjustment is all that needs to be done.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,846
Posted By WHN
Smile Re: Prices going through the roof?

For what it’s worth. I second RONN’s comments.

Generally, pricing is all about how much the buyer wants a particular car.

Enjoy
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-29-2023, 11:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,647
Posted By WHN
Re: Zenith will flood the engine constantly

Zenith carbs are really easy to take apart, clean, and rebuild.

30 years old?

I would take it apart. Check the jets, blow out all passages, new gaskets, and you should be good to go.

I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-24-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,247
Posted By WHN
Re: My 1928 A Tudor steers very hard What ca I do?

You can steer a correctly refurbished Model A when moving using one hand.

I would raise the front end up off the ground and just start checking things out. I would think that your problem is...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-22-2023, 12:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,696
Posted By WHN
Re: Gauges, Meaningful Ones

Brent, are you being serious or messing with peoples minds?

Happy Holidays to all.

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-21-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,696
Posted By WHN
Re: Gauges, Meaningful Ones

Nice looking dash!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-21-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,696
Posted By WHN
Re: Gauges, Meaningful Ones

The nice thing about having an oil pressure gauge is that you know that the oil pump is working. What could be more important?

Ours runs around 10 to 13 pounds cold and 3 to 5 pounds warm.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-20-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,403
Posted By WHN
Re: Radial Or Bias Ply Tires

Back in my youth. If you put radial tires on your MG or TR3, you also had to use radial tubes.

Anyone out there old enough to remember?

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2023, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 336
Posted By WHN
Re: Tis The Season For New Noises

I guess as with us old guys, all Model A’s have the same aches and pains.

Happy Holidays!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-17-2023, 05:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,465
Posted By WHN
Re: well I did it!

I would love to see more pictures?

You did a very nice job.

Enjoy.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-13-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,136
Posted By WHN
Re: Weird bolt in engine block

Remember your Mother telling you not to pick a scab?

Leave it alone and enjoy your well running engine.

Happy Holidays.
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