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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-08-2021, 09:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,529
Posted By smurph
Battery charger

Anyone have a recommendation for a good quality 6 volt battery charger?
And a good quality trickle charger?
Thanks in advance
Smurph
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-14-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,371
Posted By smurph
Re: Engine Noise

Thanks for your thoughts. I use MMO regularly in every gas fill up. I have also used a stethoscope which hasn’t helped much. Things sound pretty normal through the stethoscope when the “clacking”...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-14-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,371
Posted By smurph
Engine Noise

My 1929 engine has developed a disturbing noise which I can best describe as a rattle, or a “clack, clack, clack” (not a clank). The noise usually does not occur at idle, but appears once revs...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-09-2019, 04:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,284
Posted By smurph
Engine Knock Diagnostic Help Needed

I need some help from the FordBarn experts.

My 1929 “A” has developed an engine knock.

At idle I can hear a steady tapping of the valves which sound normal.

But, there is also a steady...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,770
Posted By smurph
Re: Carburetor Float valves

Thanks for your replies. Still a mystery.
Main gas shut off valve working properly.
Put the float in container of gasoline— it floats, no sign of leaks.
Bob, thanks for the referral to Marco. I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,770
Posted By smurph
Re: Carburetor Float valves

HELP!
I’ve tried everything (?) and can’t stop carburetor leak. Carb has been functioning properly for 5 years. Then, all of a sudden, at a stop, after shutting off the main gas valve, gas drips out...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-25-2014, 01:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,920
Posted By smurph
Re: Manifold Installation

Just finished this job. Ordered exhaust manifold from Bratton's (page 60, part # 13690). Very fine quality casting.
Instructions call for torquing to 45 pounds, a little at a time spacing the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-06-2014, 04:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,715
Posted By smurph
Re: Spark arrestor

The spark arrestor in my '29 Coupe was stuck tight. Would not budge even with proper tool nor with brute force! Put some Kroil around the rim a few times and let it soak some. Screwed right out!...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,358
Posted By smurph
Re: Tricks to locate TDC

Bratton's sells an "Easy Timing Pin Key Ring" . Part #7891, on page 2 of 2014 parts catalog. $4.25.

It works well. Best to have 2 people, one to push car forward in third gear as the other feels...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-17-2014, 01:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,072
Posted By smurph
Re: Diagnostic Help Needed

Thanks for your replies. Just for fun, and to highlight the flexibility of the English language, the "tap, tap, tap" noise occurs both at rest when revving up and at speed when tootling along....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-16-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,072
Posted By smurph
Re: Diagnostic Help Needed

Thanks for your responses. I don't think I have a timing gear tooth/teeth problem. Car timed up really well and engine runs well.

I did check and clean the plugs. When I took them out they had a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-16-2014, 09:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,072
Posted By smurph
Diagnostic Help Needed

All of a sudden:
1) engine makes a "tap tap tap" noise when under acceleration, but not at idle or at speed-- only under acceleration;
2) on deceleration there are frequent backfires.

I assumed...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-11-2014, 05:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,108
Posted By smurph
1935 Cabriolet--brake linings

I would like to replace the bonded brake linings with woven linings. Are there differences in the quality of the woven linings that various vendors sell? Can anyone recommend a vendor that has the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-26-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,975
Posted By smurph
1935 Cabriolet Problem--Poor Brakes

I purchased the restored car 2 years ago. From the outset the car didn't stop well. At slow speed I can lock the brakes. At 40-45 or going downhill they don't grab well at all.

I owned a Model A...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-28-2014, 02:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,661
Posted By smurph
Re: gas stick

For a 10 gallon ('28-29) tank:

2 1/2" = 2.5 gallons = 1/4 tank
4 1/4" = 5.0 gallons = 1/2 tank
5 3/4" = 7.5 gallons = 3/4 tank
7 1/2" = 10 gallons = Full
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-14-2014, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,933
Posted By smurph
Need Help Identifying 2 Tools

I'm looking for help ID'ing an Alemite grease gun and a spark plug/ head nut wrench. Been searching the forum with no results.
The Alemite grease gun is Model 6550. Lots of script on the barrel as...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-25-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,326
Posted By smurph
Re: Help with pop out switch--I lost my key!

Hey dmarx01,

THE pop out guru is Dick Crabtree in South Dakota. If anyone can help you, Dick can. Call him at 605-487-7229.
Good luck,
Smurph
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2014, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Posted By smurph
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-23-2014, 05:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Posted By smurph
Need help diagnosing generator / ammeter issue

I'm puzzled (as usual)!

12 Volt battery with voltage regulator.
Battery is draining down over time. Needed to recharge Sunday.

At startup and idle with battery fully charged, ammeter will not...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-22-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By smurph
Generator Diagnosis Needed

I have a '35 Cabriolet converted to 12 Volt with a voltage regulator. Have not been getting a positive ammeter reading while running. Started up today and after a short ride and short rest tried to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2014, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,380
Posted By smurph
Re: Original Ford Tire Pumps

Would someone please post the details of Dave Adair's book? Title, IBSN etc?
Thanks.
Smurph
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-30-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,334
Posted By smurph
Re: 28 vs 29: How to tell the two apart?

I believe the front center bumper clamp on the '28 was round. This was continued until April '29 when it was changed to the smaller, oblong design.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2014, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,598
Posted By smurph
Re: Can anyone help ID this body number?

Oops. Wrong one. Here's the right one.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,598
Posted By smurph
Re: Can anyone help ID this body number?

Ford Barn would only take one picture. Here 's the other.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-24-2014, 06:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,598
Posted By smurph
Can anyone help ID this body number?

I have a 1929 Standard Coupe, engine # *A2127872* which was made on August 13, 1929. The firewall has a date stamp of August 6, 1929. The generator band is stamped 8J for August 1929 and the...
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