Forum: Model A (1928-31)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2019, 01:12 PM
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Re: emergency radiator repair
I used STP in the leaky shocks in my '54 Olds, sure stiffened the up, and stayed in longer than the "correct" fluid!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2019, 01:07 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-18-2019, 01:05 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2019, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Need help identifying this Ford Hubcap
I run a Y-model dizzy in my Model B powered speedster, works great. The reason I run that is it only has 10* dist advance (20* crank) and that's what I need. Slips right into any A or B head.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2019, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 14
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Re: Pinion assembly installation
Heat the case with a torch, concentrating on the front end. It should take a minimum amount of heat before the bearings will slip in place.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2019, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Pre Lube Motor
This is a no-pressure system. Removing the dist and pouring a quart down the hole pre-lubes the main bearings, pouring one in the oil-fill tube gives oil to the rods.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2019, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Valve clearances for Cragar Head
Clearance is determined by the cam being used. If you think it has a stock cam, set them at .014" intake and .016" exhaust. If the head has it's original rocker arms, they are 1.25:1 ratio, so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2019, 11:53 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2019, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 20
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Re: Babbitt
I have a Model B engine that I run on the Bonneville salt flats. The engine has been run for many years, is still using the babbitt main bearings that were installed in the 1960's. Last run in 2013...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2019, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: model B 4" head gasket info needed
At one time 'big bore' and 'big valve' gaskets were available. Contact Egge Machine to see if they still are. Also you might need to plug the 4 small holes in the B block??? Plug flush with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2019, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Square tires
If they are nylon cord, they should 'round-out' in a few miles. Otherwise they should be put in the 'round file'!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2019, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 6
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2019, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 22
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2019, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Rebore vs Sleeves
Brent has a good point but I have never seen an A or B block that couldn't be bored to 4" (+.125") Racers used to bore them +.185".
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2019, 01:16 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2019, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 19
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Re: 29 Model A Project-Speedster?
There is a Speedster Club based in OR, called the Northwest Vintage Speedster Club, web site www.nwvs.org Not sure if they are still active or not? Have fun!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2019, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Best head gasket
Racers that I know use the Best graphite gasket and report it is the best. Best also makes a copper gasket under the same number. I prefer copper, they are easier to change if needed. Always...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-20-2019, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 44
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Re: Rear axle shaft nut, how to turn on
I haven't tried that kit from Mac's but it looks like it should work just fine. You should also check the outer end of the axle housings for wear, it is very common.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-19-2019, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 44
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Re: Rear axle shaft nut, how to turn on
Werner, That bearing, and the hub it rides in, should be replaced if you are going to drive the car any distance. Check the area on the end of the axle housing too. Repair "sleeves" are made for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2019, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 44
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Re: Rear axle shaft nut, how to turn on
Once the nut is torqued there should be no looseness between the hub and axle. Is it possible the nut gets tight before the hub is all the way onto the axle? Maybe a heavy washer needs to be used...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2019, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 15
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Re: overdrive
Like Davew, I chose the T-5, five speed. Gear ratios are much better than the F-150.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2019, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 6
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2019, 12:30 PM
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Re: Anyone fit toolboxes to the Pickups?
I just have an old Valvoline wooden case in the bed. I made a lid for it and have felt between the lid and bed to keep it from sliding forward or the lid opening at speed. I have a heavy rubber mat...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2019, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 551
Re: Dropped axel
A reverse-eye spring will lower the car about 1&1/2", so get the axle that will lower it as you want. There may be some alignment issues with the brake mechanism, the axle will be lower than before...
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