Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-23-2023, 08:42 PM
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Lost another member
Hello All,
I am sad to report we lost another member. (Bill In NJ) passed last Friday July 21st following his battle with Alzheimer's. I have attached his obituary notice below. He was a good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-28-2023, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,856
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2023, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 684
Re: Early 1928 Brakes
Here are the photos. My car is obviously a driver. It was built in Oct 28 so I do not have the LH brake lever. Mine is the pistol grip version in front of the shifter. I do however have the split...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2023, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 684
Re: Early 1928 Brakes
I will take photos when I finish dinner and post them. You might be able to get originals from Berts in CO. +1 (303) 293-3673 They have loads of original parts you would need to call since the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-22-2023, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,788
Re: Cotter Key Plastic Box Information Needed
I made my cotter pin box a few years ago. I purchased the box at Walmart. This is the item description and number Flambeau Tuff Tainer 4007, 24 Compartment Divider with Zerust Protection. It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2023, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,058
Re: can't find original type front spindles
In response to post #8. I’m sure Berts would not do something like that. Their rebuilt spindles gave new balls installed. You would still need to get the new king pins and install the associated...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2023, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,058
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2023, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,499
Re: Reballing steering arms
NOTE: Schwalms is a Model A Engine builder. They re-balled the spindles and honed the kingpins for both of my Model A’s. No problems.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2023, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,903
Re: ahooga horn
Have you tried the hown when the engine is above idle? Mine whors best when I an driving. I use Singer sewing machine oin for lube.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2023, 08:42 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,499
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-12-2023, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,242
Re: 1928 starter drive
This link should give you more infomation regarding 1/2 inch bendix drives. https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=287007 If not search 1/2 bendix drive. I have sme photos too if you need...
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
12-30-2022, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
Re: Forum display problem
I did more checking and determined that my problem is related to he Apple Safari browser. If i use Firefox or Duck Duck Go browsers there is no problem just wanted to share what I learned.
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
12-30-2022, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
Re: Forum display problem
Thanks for the tip Paul. Yes the print is small. I can make larger on my iPad by spreading the center of the display with my fingers. However photos become oversized and do not fit on the screen ...
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
12-29-2022, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
Re: Forum display problem
This is new to me. I’ve never had the blue borders on the screen in the past. Previously the Bard portion of the display filled the entire screen and the print was large enough to read. Perhaps...
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
12-28-2022, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
12-27-2022, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
Forum display problem
When I access the site the threads are not displayed as a full screen like they used to be. Is there a way to fix this issue? I have not experienced this issue on other sites so I suspect something...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-08-2022, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
Re: Throttle lever plate on steering column
I had a similar problem on my 29 phaeton. I called Berts and they sold me a decent original which i installed while rebuilding my column. Worked fine. Give Berts a call +1 (303) 293-3673.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2022, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,766
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2022, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 813
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2022, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 813
Re: Early 28 Model A Brake Cross Shaft
There is information on how to convert from the early split version to the current single shaft version in the Model A Service Bulletins. Also check the swap link since some people have been selling...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2022, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 44
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Re: The 60-A, B, C Fordor Sedans
Lightman 7 Check the link in my response #33 to see photos of my Oct 1928 60A. Note that the colors are not original but most of the other things are. Be sure to post photos when you have a chance
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2022, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Re: Steering Wheel removal
I just did that job on a 29 two tooth steering column. I put the column base on a piece of thick foam rubber to protect it and lightly clamped the column in my wood working vice. Be sure to keep...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2022, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,458
Re: Steering wheel nut
You might want to check the key slots on the wheel and the steering shaft. You may have cleaned out the goo that made it tight in the past or perhaps you grabbed the wrong key.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2022, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Re: 28 Service Brakes
Here are two photos of a parts list for the early system. I think someone on the Barn sent them to me but I don't recall who. Hope these help. My 28 has the early system that even has the non...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2022, 12:34 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,829
Re: Front Leaf Spring
I purchased a front spring for my 29 phaeton from A-Springs (Travis Cook) and am very pleased with the spring. Here is the phone number I have. 1-860-233-3557 Travis isn’t always in the shop but he...
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