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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2022, 08:12 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 16,406
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: T 5 5 speed VS Mitchell Transmission with overdrive

One thing to note, Ford really didn't want you to downshift, especially not into first unless you were all but stopped. Mine lugs down to 15mph in third and second to below walking speed. They'll...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-09-2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,152
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Hershey Haul

Yeah, Friday was strange with a lot of folks packing up before lunch and gone soon afterwards. I did the park side the bridge walking every row. Lots of interesting stuff there but literally too...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-09-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,152
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Hershey Haul

Yeah, Friday was strange with a lot of folks packing up before lunch and gone soon afterwards. I did the park side the bridge walking every row. Lots of interesting stuff there but literally too...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-23-2021, 09:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,282
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: how long does a sale usually take?

I'd add the service history information. Your description really doesn't say much.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-20-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,433
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: V8 Clutch for model A

So I assume that the V8 PP would also be easier on the crank trust bearings?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-23-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,683
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Is this a standard 21" Model A wheel?

Bought one decent set up at Carlisle out of 9 wheels the guy had for $400 last year and one was bent when I got it on the car. Couple other bunches of rusty junk for $80+. Hershey '19 I didn't see...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-22-2021, 08:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,683
Posted By Ranchero50
Lightbulb Re: Is this a standard 21" Model A wheel?

Good 21" wheels are not cheap or plentiful. They rust in the tube around the rim edge and won't balance when full of rust. BTDT and have 5 or so bad ones and four OK ones on the car.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-17-2021, 09:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,535
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: B-W woes

I found some good info on vintage auto garage. They have the repair manual for free if you join their mailing list. https://vintageautogarage.com/borg-warner-overdrive/
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-17-2021, 09:13 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,399
Posted By Ranchero50
Lightbulb Re: I'm not a Model A person

Figure out if it's fuel or spark and troubleshoot the bad circuit. I'm going with fuel because that's about how long the carb bowl will run at idle before it starves for fuel. You got this.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-16-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,399
Posted By Ranchero50
Thumbs up Re: I'm not a Model A person

There's a learning curve that once you get over it becomes little of an issue. Maybe step back from it for a week or two and reassess. Purdy car and you'll enjoy it once you are comfortable with it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2021, 08:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,187
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Added HP for 2nd carb and header?

To expand on what nkaminar said. This is the exhaust on my '29 speedster build. Eventually being fed by a blown B engine. @40" long primaries for @2800 RPM peak torque paired by firing order...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-31-2021, 08:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,607
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Why so many upgrades??

Why so many upgrades? Because these cars were only state of the art for four years. Due to how fast the automotive world was developing they needed some help to stay competitive as daily drivers. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-26-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,633
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Dead A on the side of the road question

Pretty easy to check for spark on these old girls but your arm might go numb. ;)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-20-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 20,509
Posted By Ranchero50
Thumbs up Re: High Compression Head Review

I was kind of surprised that while swapping the head I checked the valve travel on mine and most were @ .030" less than original from wear and lash. The seats and valves looked decent. The pistons...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-19-2021, 08:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,472
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: flag poll holders for front bumper ??

Interesting question, but do you run the 50 state flags or 48? I always thought the 48's would look more period correct. :)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-19-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 20,509
Posted By Ranchero50
Thumbs up Re: High Compression Head Review

Ron, one thing that hasn't been noted is that most efficiency improvements are leveraged by percentage, not outright HP. That's why the head works oh so much better with a B cam and manifold setup. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-07-2021, 09:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,948
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Swap meet etiquette / Luray

Mid-Atlantic pre-war swap meet is the Facebook group. Says they are over 60 vendors this year and they have picture of prior events.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-05-2021, 08:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,948
Posted By Ranchero50
Lightbulb Re: Swap meet etiquette / Luray

I haven't been to Luray yet but generally...

Make a list of what you need, what you want, and anything specific (part numbers, reference stuff etc.) Walk around your projects while doing it.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-01-2021, 08:09 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,556
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Newbie '29 Speedster project, the good the bad and even the ugly (maybe)

Somewhat delayed update. Been working on the skins to finish the body. Made a tail cap, the other side panel and have been working on the shoulder skins now. Funny that it's finally getting easier...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-01-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,405
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Stopping Distances

I meant it more tongue in cheek. However as a last resort I'm still grabbing...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-01-2021, 07:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,986
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: 6.1 Head / Carburetor Choice

FWIW it's pretty easy to make a new intake out of some mandrel bent header tubing. This is a B carb feeding a 6-1 head and wobbly piston A block more to help mock up the rest of the car than...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2021, 08:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,405
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Stopping Distances

Yeah, mine should be set up with more front bias. I can grab a hand full of E Brake if things get too serious to balance the rears. :)
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2021, 08:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,647
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: Vise help

Used, mid 1950's or so are pretty indestructible. Or a newer Wilton industrial one. The rest are junk.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2021, 09:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,570
Posted By Ranchero50
Thumbs up Re: help with Model A market values

I guess it's just how I value stuff. Everything I own is built to the standard that it's use dictates. Sounds kind of wonky but it's true. My 'A' started as a hot rod body stolen chassis and I'm...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,570
Posted By Ranchero50
Re: help with Model A market values

Anything should be worth the investment when it's finished, or at least somewhat close to it. Why spend $30k to restore a car worth maybe $10k after it sits a couple years? The vast majority of...
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