Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-16-2024, 09:12 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-14-2024, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 14
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Frame numbers
What is the manufacturer date of a model A with frame numer
A3162594?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-26-2024, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 17
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rotor cap
the gap between the rotor cap and the distributor cap is about .036 instead of .025. How can I adjust the gap to make it smaller?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2019, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 8
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Late 31 steel top pickup
Between the top and the two steel support ribs is what looks like a rope about 1/2" in dia. It looks original but is hard and want to replace it. calling different suppliers, no one knows what it is....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-17-2019, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 19
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model B engine
After talking with others and seeing some of the responses from this forum, I have yet another question. On my B engine the timing pin is located about 3/4" lower than the pin on an A engine I have....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-07-2019, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
time the engine
I have a 1931 A with a B engine in it. water pump, distributor, manifold and etc. are all A parts. How do I time the engine?
Florida Paul
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-04-2018, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 2
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leakless water pump
I have a new leakless water pump and new fan blade. I ground down the front of the water pump cause it seemed the blade was rubbing. Before installing everything seemed smooth. After installing I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2018, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,349
Re: Steering wheel
wexford, your dad does very nice work. the wheels look great.
Paul
Thanks to all, but I think I will keep black pants on my wife's shopping list.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2018, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,349
Re: Steering wheel
The steering wheel may be original. It does have one small crack. The car is a 1930.
Thanks Flathead, I'll have to put black pants on my wife's shopping list. That's the best answer I have received...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2018, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,349
Steering wheel
My steering wheel likes to leave black stripes on my pants. I put a sanding sealer on it to try and seal it, but not sure it is doing the job. What would be the best paint to put on the wheel as a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2018, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,706
Re: oil leak
Thanks y-blockhead for the info. on the dye. I'll have to try that.
To WHN, I normally change my oil more often than 1200 miles BUT I drove , with a friend , from Florida to up state N.Y. and back...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2018, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,706
Re: oil leak
Thanks for your input. I use 10w40 in the car. I daresay I have a larger spot after a drive. I'll have to monitor the drip and see how large a spot I really end up with.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2018, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,706
Re: oil leak
I have heard the saying, BUT
I keep cardboard under the car so I'm not sure how big a spot it likes to leave. It does seem excessive.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2018, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,706
oil leak
I have a"B" engine in an "A". the bottom of my oil pan is covered with oil and I am loosing about one quart of oil every 1200 miles. This is a new problem. The front of the oil pan is NOT rounded. It...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2018, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,202
Re: overdrive
Thanks for the input on the overdrive. Took the plate off the bottom and about a cup of oil came out, Not good.
The filter looked clean. I found a plug at the very top in the front section, have to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2018, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,202
overdrive
I have a Laycock overdrive "j" type on my 1931 Model A. Does anyone know where to drain the oil and where the fill plug is?
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