Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 10:13 PM
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Re: converting to 1970 v8 points for model a
The truth about points.
First let me point out that my brothers 31 Coupe has been running the same points that came with the car in 1970.
Yes you read right. 1970
Points can go bad, but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2021, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 808
Re: Coupe fender value
Any fenders with bead repair, not matter how nice, should be considered suspect until test fitted on a car. As I have learned the hard way there are many ways that fenders could be messed up. Any...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2021, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 911
Re: 68C and A400
They will be rubbing on the rubber seal which is like a find sandpaper.
Originally they were pot metal held on by squishing metal posts and the whole unit was plated together. Pretty sure they...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-01-2021, 11:38 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 954
Re: Are aftermarket hoods any good?
The repro hoods are decent and workable from reports of people with them.
I have looked at them and the difference is the sides are flat. The factory hood is slightly curved to match the rad shell...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2020, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 324
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-30-2020, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 399
Re: 31 slantwindow
It is easy to make your own outside panel, I did it using an arbor press and no special tools really.
One of the key parts is understanding metal movement enough to make a panel that has a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2020, 12:24 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 625
Re: Points
Why did you feel the need to replace the points?
Were the point blocks eroding?
Is the wear block fully worn?
Have you properly lubricated the cam?
Just asking as people have this driven...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-29-2020, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,750
Re: 600w vs 90w
Just stop and take a closer look please!!!
600w is a type of oil, NOT the weight or viscosity of the oil.
For the actual viscosity you need to refer to the charts for the oils.
You also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-27-2020, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,121
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-23-2020, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,407
Re: Best spring perches removal?
I can assure everyone that an axle heated up will be MUCH softer and bend with much less effort.
As most know I have this posted on my website where I show how I straightened some axles.
Good...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2020, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,407
Re: Best spring perches removal?
Never heat the axle past the temp where the grease will smoke. Which of course really does not help getting the perch out.
What I found works surprisingly well is a long throw air hammer. I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-18-2020, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 717
Re: 1931 cabriolet roof removal?
Eric, Can you please post a picture?
Honestly it sounds like you have a sport coupe as the cabriolet does not have a metal frame for the top. It is wood with a few metal pieces to hold it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-16-2020, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,206
Re: Consensus on brake drums
The best value for the average restorer is to pay someone to make up a full set of drums and backing plates. You get all new quality parts that are fit together so they are centered and the shoes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2020, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 629
Re: Shock Fluid Replenishment
I have attached a pdf from one of the A club's articles. It lists the Ford requirements for the fluid.
I also suggest that everyone look up the shock rebuilding and testing in the service...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-13-2020, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,017
Re: Coil or condenser over heat
Use to always check condensers and keep a pile in the car.
The burn out proof ones seem to work. The one in my brothers car is like 20-30 years old.
We have a coil condenser tester that makes...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2020, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,040
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-08-2020, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 2,216
Re: Rumble Seat Risk
The first problem is getting thrown from the A.
I did volunteer rescue for 14 years. An open jeep with no seat belts was always fun. People everywhere. This is at low speed in town driving.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-05-2020, 08:36 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,994
Re: Tim to sell the old girl
The two avenues of sales are Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist.
Craigslist I believe now charges $5 for cars.
The number of people viewing the ad is huge plus with facebook they target the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-05-2020, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,361
Re: Fordwood
Years ago I ordered wood from them for a 68C.
They sent me some of the wood, but not all. They never shipped the last top piece.
It did not matter because none of the wood was usable.
At...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-02-2020, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 958
Re: Spring perch removal ?
Never heat the axle past the point where oil start smoking you will ruin the axle's metal. This will make it very soft.
I had a pair of perches that would not move.
Keep in mind I have this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-01-2020, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 79
Views: 5,309
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2020, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,294
Re: Paint recommendations
What are your goals in your restoration?
If you are going for show correct then your path is different then look close then I want to drive and have fun.
Paint color is pretty subjective. The...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2020, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 325
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2020, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 332
Re: Cabriolet folding top Turning lock
Is this what you need?
I made those with a small lathe and a small milling machine. The brass parts are the parts that the springs ride on that push the button reward.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-29-2020, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 957
Re: Brake Conversion? Or not.
The issue with most brake jobs is a failure to have drums and shoes matching in diameter and centered (for the mechanical brakes).
You need this for either system and it is just not done. What is...
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