Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2019, 08:13 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 431
Re: Pan Gasket Install
And careful on the torque specs listed in the Les Andrews book if you're going by those for the pan. Someone in our club mentioned it's got a missprint of 20 ft/lbs when it should be something like...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2019, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,166
Re: So what is an AR?
Did Henry designate the early 28's as AR because of his earlier model A in the early 1900's?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2019, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 575
Re: Starts then stops
The last time I experienced a similar issue was the condensor went bad. It would start for a few seconds then die right away.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2019, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,411
Re: 31 coupe will not go over 40 mph
Check the condition of your spark plugs as well. If any are wet or showing signs of poor performance, they could also be a cause of unburnt fuel going out to the exhaust and running on less than 4...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2019, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 110
Views: 6,244
Re: Sudden rough running, out of ideas
When you check the distributor cap carbon point, don't forget to check the gap on the rotor itself and make sure there's no slop in the distributor shaft. If those are set to wrong gap or the shaft...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-25-2019, 11:26 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,695
Re: Le Baron Bonney, Out of Business?
Would be nice to see someone pick up the company but as Brent mentions, you need the skillset, the equipment, etc. It may also be the volume of orders required to keep the business feasible from a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-11-2019, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,665
Re: 29 Tudor hood alignment
Just a guess, but would you happen to have too much rubber (or other insulator) under the rad supports at the front. It looks like the rad might be sitting a little too high in comparison to the cowl...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2018, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 89
Views: 7,545
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2018, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 994
Re: body roll and wallowing
Another site mentioned if the car leans to one side the steering geometry changes so you have to constantly correct or over correct on your steering and the cars wanders around the road. They...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2018, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 90
Views: 7,953
Re: Terriable backfiring
If the head is straight and not the issue with the compression loss, would a poor valve seat, bent valve or sticking valve let air from #3 to #4 and vice versa?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-26-2018, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 978
Re: Proper Head Installation
With the continuous heating and cooling of the block, you can get bolts loosening over time. I've been told to retorque the head a few times if the head is re-installed and then it won't hurt to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2018, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 835
Re: 4 blade fan woble
Just be warned, if it wobbles too much it could stress or fatigue the blades. Make sure your fan is still in good condition and running in a balanced fashion. I had one of those four blades on my car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2018, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,780
Re: Here is a bargain! LOL
Nice original condition bug but I doubt anyone will be willing to cover that amount. It does draw in the viewers to the ad though.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2018, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,131
Re: AA hearse
Early motorhome? When you get tired of driving you can just hop in the back for a rest....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-13-2018, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 90
Views: 7,953
Re: Terriable backfiring
Similar to what Curtis has mentioned, I've run into fuel blockages due to rust (either in tank or sediment bowl) and with movement of the vehicle it can stir up the sediment and block the fuel flow....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2018, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 968
Re: 4:11 Rear end & No overdrive???
I drive a stock station wagon that was equipped with the 4.11 drive and no modifications to the driveline (no overdrive etc.). It was ok on the hills but the engine was really working under load. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-02-2018, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 935
Re: Installing a Wiper Blade
Check out the video by richpin at https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-8FR51Vh29o
It's a video of a wiper motor rebuild but around 2min 30 seconds he illustrates putting the blade on the arm.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2018, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,480
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2018, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 648
Re: 1931 Cabrolet question
Hey Tom,
I think when I helped Dan lower his roof one time the roof also has two solid sections that butt up to the window frame of the door. The roof seals alot tighter than the roadster...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2018, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,977
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2018, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,977
Re: Strange Noise - Need Help to ID
If you have a stone guard in place, they sometimes build up a vibration that will rattle a bit and gets amplified through the front sheet metal. (Same idea as the splash pans)
Is your horn cover...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2018, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,256
Re: Import tax
One problem I see is that the parts that can be made cheaper (due to labour costs or costs of raw materials) will still be sought out by a majority of the buyers. This may not encourage them to buy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2018, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,527
Re: Death wobble?
Don't forget, low tire pressure or incorrect toe-in can also add to the equation and amplify the severity of a front end shimmy.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2018, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,983
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2018, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 3,388
Re: Lost Neutral
I've seen transmission towers put back on without the proper positioning of the shift forks so it more or less locked the transmission in a gear. Maybe one of the forks broke and it's staying in one...
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