Forum: Model-A
07-29-2015, 02:06 PM
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Forum: Model-A
07-16-2015, 02:29 PM
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1929 Model A Tudor For Sale
A good reliable driver with a nice Mohair interior. An older restoration which has been updated with new tires & tubes, new springs & shackles, Snyder 6:1 high compression head, Wagner 6V alternator,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2013, 11:06 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,760
Re: Tire balancing
The main problem with the bubble balancer is that the A wheels aren't located on the hub by the center hole (which is what the balancer relies on). Instead, they are located by the lug nuts only! I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2013, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 156
Views: 37,593
Re: Whitewalls
I admire the look of fat whitewalls on Packards, LaSalles, Cords, & Duesenbergs, because that's how they came. However, Model A's never came from Henry that way, and with the skinnier tires, the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2013, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 8,409
Re: Gonna drive every day
I'd suggest you find an Otwell Health Heater, which replaces the exhaust manifold. I'm very pleased with mine, especially since I live up near Lake Superior!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2013, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 11,611
Re: Tail lights
The standard taillight bulb was only 3 cp. Our favorite vendors have 6 cp & 10 cp versions available.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2013, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,605
Re: high Speed not so good
Just a long shot, but did you happen to put in a modern points plate in your distributor? When I did, my motor ran well lightly loaded, but was anemic when it tried to develop power....A new "old"...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-08-2013, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,086
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2013, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,269
Re: Brake Rod Rattle
Are you running Houdaille shocks? I had a problem with the RF brake rod rattling against the Houdaille adjuster. If this is the case, you'll see marks in the paint where they hit.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-30-2013, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 18,610
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-19-2013, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,339
Re: Water pump modification
I put on a new leakless ball bearing water pump when I installed my 6:1 head. The instructions clearly explain the need for grinding down the impeller blades. Basically, newer repro radiators have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2013, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,407
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2013, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,483
Rear hub axle seal
Question: After hand greasing the rear wheel bearings, how deep is the new seal supposed to go? Should it only go in far enough so the retainer clip goes back in, or should it be pressed up against...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2013, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,319
Re: painting radiator
Here's Eastwood's special radiator paint:
http://www.eastwood.com/ew-radiator-black-paint-gloss-aerosol-12-oz.html
They also have it in satin finish as P/N: 10340Z
Works fine on my radiator,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2013, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,319
Re: painting radiator
Eastwood sells rattlecans of Radiator Black paints, both Gloss & Satin. I think the satin looks better on an A. $14.99 a can. Go lightly.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2013, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 28,227
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2013, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 28,227
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2013, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 9,490
Re: U HAUL Trailer use
I used their auto-hauler & it was great. It tracked stably & the surge brakes worked well. I pulled my 29 Tudor home using my 6 cylinder Chevy 1/2 ton. Very satisfied.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2013, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,414
Re: Need Help...Head is stuck
I tried #6, but the motor started & ran normally! I knew I was in for it then.....Using the spark-plug hole eyebolts, I lifted the front end of the car off the garage floor for two days, while using...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2013, 06:21 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,038
Re: Dog bones (not for rat terriers)
No. It's a clear, silicone based grease used to stop corrosion on electromechanical connections, like connectors & switch contacts. It can be found at any autoparts store. Another similar product is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-18-2013, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,038
Re: Dog bones (not for rat terriers)
I think a lot of the rubber wear is just lack of lubrication. I installed mine using dielectric grease, so they can move rather than just being flexed constantly. This was the only lube I have on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2013, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 27,035
Re: generator or alternator
Positive or negative ground? Doesn't really matter..both work fine. The problem of standardization in the 50's came about because of solid state devices, i.e., transistors & diodes. The old vibrator...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2013, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 27,035
Re: generator or alternator
Hi Bob-A,
The Wagner alternator has several features that make it look MORE like a generator, not identical to it. It is a single brush Delco alternator with a more cylindrical housing, mostly due...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2013, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 112
Views: 27,035
Re: generator or alternator
I'm sure "machine girl" must be amazed by all the suggestions. I'm a relative newbie myself, but am a retired electrical engineer. My take is as follows:
I like originality as much as possible....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-07-2013, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Re: garyaodell
Chances are you were using a digital type multimeter, which is quite susceptible to noisy voltages. The sparking at the commutator brushes probably caused this erroneous reading. Try using an old...
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