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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-07-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
Posted By bgalla
Re: fuel supply problem??

Thanks guys. I have taken off the filter to carb line and there is excellent flow out of the glass bowl filter. The suggestions made me realized I have not checked the carb screen filter which I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-06-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
Posted By bgalla
fuel supply problem??

This is about my 31 A. All stock, unmodified. It is in my metal building and not my driver right now. I do start it up and run it around the block every 4-6 weeks, just to keep things working....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-08-2022, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 853
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 running rich

Thanks for the advice. I did check the choke and it opens fully. It runs fine but I have not rechecked the timing since I started driving it, only about 150 miles ago, after rebuilding the engine...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-06-2022, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 853
Posted By bgalla
36 running rich

This is a 36, entirely stock,21 stud engine with a Stromberg Carb. It runs like a top, but I only get 8-9 MPG. Checking two plugs next too each other they both are black so I must be dealing with a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-14-2020, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By bgalla
brake squeak

My recently restored 36 has a single wheel squeak when the brake is applied, but only the last 10-20 feet before a completed stop. I have driven 100 miles on the new shoes and no change. Any...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-14-2020, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,063
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 Hand brake will not catch

Thanks Dave, that was going to be my next try. Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-13-2020, 03:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,063
Posted By bgalla
36 Hand brake will not catch

This is a stock mechanical hand brake. Pull back to apply and lock on. Push button release. It was working in a somewhat finicky manner after a full restoration on my 36 Cabriolet. Brakes etc. all...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-28-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 995
Posted By bgalla
1936 passenger gas tank capacity

What is the capacity of the original? A manual I have says 11 1/2 gallons. I see the replacement have from 14 to 16. Thanks Bruce
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,927
Posted By bgalla
Re: charge battery via alternator lug

A little delayed, but thanks all for the reassurance and suggestions. Bruce
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2020, 06:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,927
Posted By bgalla
charge battery via alternator lug

This is a 31 ford stock except for a 12V system with a single wire output Alternator. Can I charge the battery (witch is hard to access) with out harming the diodes by connecting one lead of the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-24-2019, 12:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 light switch body problems

Thanks for the advice. I seem to have a problem downloading photos which I think show the problem. Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-23-2019, 03:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By bgalla
36 light switch body problems

This is a 36 ford but I have a 31 also and it seems to me the light switch mechanism is pretty much the same for both. In my 36 a fuse would blow each time I turned on the lights. Checked all the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-15-2019, 10:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,179
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 mechanical brakes

Thanks Ted, I will take a look. Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-14-2019, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,179
Posted By bgalla
36 mechanical brakes

I got my 8 year 36 Cab complete restoration project on the road, runs great, very happy will all except when I use the foot brake it tends to partially set the hand brake. Both work fine but this...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-06-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 acceleration pump

Thanks guys ----will check that today. Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-05-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 acceleration pump

Good advise from both. It is a Stromberg 97 and I seem to recall a strong stream from both jets when I checked in the past.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-04-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,129
Posted By bgalla
Re: oil out of the carburetor

Thanks ---no water problems there definitely is an oil problem. Smoke is blue-white.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-04-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By bgalla
36 acceleration pump

Finally finished my 36 Cab restoration. Runs and handles fine but with hesitation and occasional back fire with acceleration. Checked the carb and no gas from the accel. pump. Happened to have a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-04-2019, 03:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,129
Posted By bgalla
oil out of the carburetor

My 31, stock, completely restored 10 yrs ago with absolutely no significant problems. Yesterday (warm here 95) I first noted the car heating up more than normal, then white oil smoke out the tail...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-28-2019, 10:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,174
Posted By bgalla
36 Cabriolet door seal

Does anyone know if the 36 cabriolet had seals on the rear of the doors? Thanks Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-28-2019, 10:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,591
Posted By bgalla
Re: Front fender brace for 36 cabriolet

Figured it out, thanks for the help all. Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-26-2019, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,591
Posted By bgalla
Re: Front fender brace for 36 cabriolet

Thank all for your input! This brace that I'm talking about (48-16025, I think) goes from the rear lower bottom edge of the fender tire well and is a channeled curved piece of heavier sheet metal....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-25-2019, 08:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,591
Posted By bgalla
Front fender brace for 36 cabriolet

Just put the fenders on my 36 Cabriolet restoration. I have two different front fender supports. One is 21 1/2" long and the others are 23" long, the short ones can be bent a little and will pull the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-29-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,076
Posted By bgalla
Re: 36 Cabriolet uppper hood hinge

Thanks uncle buck Bruce
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-28-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,076
Posted By bgalla
36 Cabriolet uppper hood hinge

Getting close to finishing my restoration. I'm a little confused as to the top hinge. There is an inner rolled flanged riveted to the top on the hood. Is this what is called the "inner hinge"? Does...
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