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Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 525
Posted By Ayers1
Re: 3 window coupe

It almost looks like it came from a Tudor.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) Yesterday, 09:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 67
Posted By Ayers1
New toy to play with this year!

I found a good condition 31 Town Sedan recently. Brought it home a week ago and haven't had any time to fool with it. The entire running gear is supposed to have been gone through. The body is in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 847
Posted By Ayers1
Re: engine slows when advance timing

I have a Nurex timing tool but have better luck using a screwdriver and setting the time. Most members of our club swear by them but I wasn't as impressed.
It does sound like your timing is too...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2024, 07:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,014
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Engine Number

Luckily so far where I live in Va, the numbers aren't even checked. I guess they assume you're smart enough to confirm your self or you risk never being able to get rid of it if someone more...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2024, 07:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,364
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Florida Drivers

Way back when I was a bit more flexible, I had to do the same thing when I was in my MG Midget. Only wrecked 1 and no other car was near me...🙄
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2024, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 425
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Window Felts 1931 Town Sedan

Thanks! This one is pretty solid. I'm looking forward to working on it!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2024, 05:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 425
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Window Felts 1931 Town Sedan

Don't say that! I'm going to get one next week! Later 31 town sedan.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-11-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,115
Posted By Ayers1
Re: A newbie needs help!

We have a couple of members of our local club that have letter sets that are very close to original style. When someone has to change engines then that person can file off the old numbers and stamp...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 03:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,080
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Straightening up a couple of Model A's (Advice needed)

I have to admit I agree with this advice. If you don't know how to do body work then start with what you do know. Mechanical. Buy both of Les Andrew's books, the red and the green one. You will...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 01:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,162
Posted By Ayers1
Re: What did he do?

Not quite my taste but different strokes for different folks. I saw a wood bodied A in Hemmings a couple of weeks ago. Struck me the same way, more tacky than anything. Both cars have had lots of...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 01:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,363
Posted By Ayers1
Re: LED headlight bulbs

I have the focused LED headlights in both of my cars. They are much better than original and I haven't had issues with oncoming traffic blinking at me for being too bright. I did turn the generator...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,998
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Favorite "A" Body Style

I have 1 of my favorites, 1928 Fordor Leatherback. The other one that I really like is the 28-29 Phaeton. I've always been partial to the early A's vs the 30-31's.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

I agree Jeepguy. Just because it has always been done that way doesn't mean it's the best way.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2024, 08:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Interesting Jim/GA. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-30-2024, 07:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Thanks for the discussion guys! My dad was very old school and believed that it came with 30W, so that's what they use now. I have talked with members of our club and like here, everyone has their...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-30-2024, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 650
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Dad’s Creative Writing

Definitely me! Great article! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Thanks Joe K and PS. I have had no experience with older cars and synthetic oil. It's nice to know that I'm not doing harm! Engines are way to expensive to experiment with so that's why I am asking...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-29-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Back in the 70's I worked in a service station. We sold a cheap "reprocessed " oil that was basically used oil that had been filtered several times and repackaged. That's probably what you used in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-28-2024, 11:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Thanks for the advice stickshift. I've heard different recommendations too and thought I would get an idea what the Barn experts used!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-28-2024, 09:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Thanks Synchro. I haven't heard that but I was losing enough out the rear main anyway. That's why I have the pan off. Hoping to at least slow down the drip!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-28-2024, 09:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Synthetic oil in a Model A

Thanks Jim! I wasn't sure if it would affect poured bearings. I couldn't think of anything else it may bother. Since I use synthetic in my everyday cars I always have it on hand. I have to make a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-28-2024, 06:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,089
Posted By Ayers1
Synthetic oil in a Model A

I'm sure there is a thread on this somewhere but I haven't found it. Was wondering if anyone uses synthetic oil in their A's. Is there any advantages? I have a B model engine that I have apart to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-23-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,927
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Powder Coating Guns?

I had the wheels on my Tudor powder coated about 3 years ago. The cost was $125/wheel and they still look great. I'm not sure I could have gotten as nice a paint job as the powder coating is with the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-04-2023, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 891
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Header wrap or Jet Hot or ceramic coating

I have 2 A's, 1 with an original manifold and 1 with a ceramic coated one. If I idle them for the same amount of time the ceramic one is definitely slower to heat up. Once they are both at running...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-04-2023, 10:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,746
Posted By Ayers1
Re: Model A Engine Intermittent - help I need an adult

Well, I was going to suggest a coil issue but Katy beat me to it. Distributors aren't too hard to rebuild, any of the common model a parts suppliers should have everything you will need. Snyders is...
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