Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2021, 03:37 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 5,416
Re: newly rebuilt and a knock
Listening to see which general area it's coming from from seems like sound advice.
One afternoon my car sounded like it was trying to throw a rod, or several. Could not pinpoint it with a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-12-2021, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,174
Re: Galvanizing a Brass Screw
Most welding shops sell cold galvenizing coating in a spray can. Never tried it on brass though.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2021, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,990
Re: No Air Cleaner?
Sounds like either a dust collector or a backfire arrester, I've seen one, but don't recall what it was exactly. If it's not hurting anything might as well run it. I have nightmares about a ball of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2021, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,990
Re: No Air Cleaner?
Interesting, does it have louvers punched in one side?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-03-2021, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,990
Re: No Air Cleaner?
Personally I like running an Air Maze, if that is in fact what you have, I'd keep it. I didn't notice any difference on mine with or without, again that's my personal opinion. I generally run around...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2021, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 5,988
Re: Gas Gauge Installation secret?
I used grease on mine, the gaskets, threads, glass edges and slip rings, much easier to get it tight with less resistance.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2021, 01:36 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,144
Re: Stop Leak
When I must use it I like black pepper. Depending on your leak a couple spoonfuls should do it. When you fix the leak later it washes right out, it's definitely my go to for anything with a heater...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-23-2021, 10:21 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 5,052
Re: Boat Anchor
Hahaha! That's great.
My favorite Red Green quote is "The fastest way to irritate a stranger is to drive the speed limit."
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2021, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 5,052
Re: Boat Anchor
Sarcasm aside......
Is this problem a recent development? Or has it always been this way?
First, is it a low power issue, or something keeping the car from coasting freely? ( See post #2)
I would...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-21-2021, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 5,052
Re: Boat Anchor
Through much research, I can attest that the Model A's performance is severely lacking when operated as a raft, boat, or submarine. I humbly suggest enjoying ones Model A on dry land.
As for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2021, 12:20 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,444
Re: Points (ignition) file
The last one of those files I purchased was not a good purchase, wore out with minimal use, back to using a hand me down from grandpa.
However, an emery board nail file works very well, and if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-15-2021, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Re: Champagne
Personally, I'm curious to know what type of failure it was. Did it get soft and fall off? Or break into a thousand tiny pieces now hopelessly lost in the fuel tank?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-13-2021, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,962
Re: Battery Issue for a new owner
Again, not dumb. It's a learning experience, just like anything else. Soon you will probably learn all kinds of things that look simple in hindsight.
On your fancy new battery disconnect, if it's...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2021, 01:28 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,962
Re: Battery Issue for a new owner
Might familiarize yourself with the headlight switch also, lights could have been left on in the daylight and not noticed, especially if kids ( or curious adults) have been playing in the car. If I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2021, 09:46 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 10,161
Re: Why do you own a Model A?
Because growing up, most of the guys I admired and respected had Model A's. Monkey see, monkey do......
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2021, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,973
Re: How to clean our inside cast sediment bowl?
Sounds like a candidate for the molasses solution.
Mix 3 parts water to 1 part molasses, submerge the part. If it's not too bad an overnight soak may be enough, if it's real bad it can take days....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2021, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,567
Re: Diesel Conversion
Thanks for taking the time to post those! That looks like it's going to be a very sanitary installation. I like it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,567
Re: Diesel Conversion
Do you have a thread going on here somewhere? I feel like I need to see pictures!!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2021, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,567
Re: Diesel Conversion
Thanks for posting, very interesting to see!
My mother had one of those diesel Jeep's when I was a kid, ran good and very efficient. It ran circles around my father's diesel ranger. Very...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2020, 11:31 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,695
Re: Finding Correct Size Battery
I remember seeing script batteries in the Mac's and possibly the Snyder's catalogs, but I've also heard the longevity was not great. I believe it was Mac's also offers a battery cover, that is a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-22-2020, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,726
Re: Dumb Question About Nut/Bolt Diameters
If I understand your question correctly,
A nut or bolt is sized according to thread size, a 1/4" bolt will fit in a 1/4" hole. Now a bolts wrench size is measured from flat to flat on the hex, a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-21-2020, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,695
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-26-2020, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,358
Re: Waxing or Polishing 1929 Ford Model A
Water spots are definitely a concern here also, I use synthetic chamois after each wash, and for touch ups in between. Works on everything, chrome, glass, whatever. Just keep the dust rinsed out.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2020, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,106
Re: New-to-me '29, Butchered Fenders?
You nailed it. Warm air off the exhaust is directed through the firewall. Stock they did not have a heater, so if you have one, it's an aftermarket. There are several variations on the same idea,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-09-2020, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,106
Re: New-to-me '29, Butchered Fenders?
It always amazes me how resilient these little A's were to being left for dead in a barn somewhere. I hope you have lots of fun with it. Driven a few with a saddle blanket thrown over the seat...
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