Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2023, 10:12 AM
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Forum: Model-A
10-09-2022, 04:44 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2022, 05:43 PM
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Re: spark advance
Changed to 3X plugs, idle sounds different(but ok). Seems to be able to take a little more spark advance. Thanks for the good feedback, Dave
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2022, 12:12 PM
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Re: spark advance
Answering some questions. Crankshaft degrees on NuRex timing tab. Regular gas 87. Sidebowl Zenith no air cleaner. Plugs currently W 18 Y Champions. They are tan in color, running properly. I can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-16-2022, 08:07 PM
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spark advance
Looking for experiences. I have rebuilt my engine, .080 over, insert rods and mains, using B police head. I timed per standards, can only add about 12-15 degrees advance, then it pings. I checked...
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Forum: Model-A
06-02-2022, 11:31 AM
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Re: Restorer and Model A News
is there someone out there new to the Model A hobby that would enjoy these magazines? Maybe you can trade me something that I would be interested in? An old mini bike or go kart might do it...
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Forum: Model-A
02-20-2022, 10:51 AM
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Forum: Model-A
11-22-2021, 07:16 PM
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Restorer and Model A News
For sale: Restorer 66-74,75 missing May/June,76-78, Nov/Dec 80,92-93, 94 missing Jan/Feb Nov/Dec, 04-20. Model A News Sept/Oct 68, Nov/Dec 69, 70 Sept/Oct Nov/Dec, 73 Jan/Feb Sept/Oct, 76 Jan/Feb, 79...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2021, 08:05 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-21-2021, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 4
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seat spring question
I have a set of springs from Carlin Manufacturing in Texas. I can't find any info on the company. I saw one reference by Marco talking about them. I was told they are rumble seat springs for 30-31...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2019, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 36
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Re: LeBaron Bonney vs Cartouche
Hello, I thought LeBaron Bonney is out of business...Any quality kits available otherwise? Not interested in Cartouche. Thank you in advance for your replies. Dave
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2018, 06:02 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2018, 08:51 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-23-2018, 08:04 PM
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29 Town Car front seating
Hello all, Can I get any comments on the driver's seating area. Is it similar to other 29 cars, in that someone like me who is 6'2" cannot properly drive it due to my knees being on the dash? Thanks,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-30-2018, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 35
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Re: spark plug cleaning
I remember using one of those Vixen plug cleaners, and I believe the media was called Crisolite or something like that, available from the local auto parts store. Dave
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2016, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: 2 tooth steering box rebuild questions
Thank you for the responses. I took my old,worn sector shaft and put it back in to see if it was better. I was able to have less trouble with the old one. I forget where I got the new pos shaft,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-28-2016, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 8
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2 tooth steering box rebuild questions
Hello, I am trying to adjust my two tooth steering box. I have installed new bearings for the worm gear(using the original worm), new sector shaft bushings, and a new sector shaft. My problem is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2016, 09:27 AM
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gas tank sealer
Hello Ford Barn, I have my coupe gas tank out of the car right now. This would be the best time to seal inside. It is still shiny inside, and doesn't leak. With this new gas we have to buy, what...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2016, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Coupe 30-31 rumble spare tire support
Thank you everyone who took time to reply. Barnstuf hooked me up with the bracket, and the photos give me a good idea of how it fits together. Great to have such a wonderful resource to refer to....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2016, 08:32 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2016, 06:10 PM
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Coupe 30-31 rumble spare tire support
Can anyone show me what the rumble bracket looks like that attaches and supports the rear spare tire carrier? My coupe came with a rumble conversion, but used the old support for the trunk type. It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-23-2014, 07:46 PM
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Re: 30's tunes
Hello old music fans. I have a local station in my area that plays swing, big band, etc only and without commercials. You can listen on your computer at www.wkhr.org. They often take requests from...
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