Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2022, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,025
Synchro kit?
Does anyone make a synchro kit for stock 31 transmission? I’m rebuilding a spare transmission and would to add synchros if possible.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-07-2022, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 926
Checking oil/dipstick insertion
Checking the oil on my 31 CCPU today and I have a question. How far in should the dipstick be inserted? If you imagine the dipstick as a cotter pin with one short leg and one long leg, should the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2021, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 979
Retorqing head
I’ve been advised to retorqing the head bolts on my 31 CCPU. What is the recommended torque and procedure?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2021, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,478
Downshifting problem
Other than operator error (which is a real possibility) what are the mechanical issues that would cause gear grinding while downshifting? Just got my 31 CCPU running. Whenever I come to a hill or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2021, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 859
Windshield glass
I assume these drippy looking things on my windshield glass are the beginnings of delamination since they are not on the surface of either the inside or outside of the windshield glass. My question...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2021, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,482
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-04-2021, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,144
Front end alignment question
I’m in the process of aligning the front end of my 31 CCPU. I’m using a toe in gauge, basically a spring loaded bar that wedges between the tires. After positioning and zeroing the gauge, I pull the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-10-2020, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,265
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,265
Re: Does this Babbitt look ok?
I am going to plastigauge .i accidentally attached a connecting rod pic. Should have been the rear main. For some reason I can’t attach a photo of it
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2020, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,265
Does this Babbitt look ok?
I’m rebuilding one of the spare engines I have. The pictures show the three main bearings. I’ve never done this before and would appreciate any opinions as to the condition of these bearings. There...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Bearing caps
I’m trying to rebuild an extra model a engine I have. Everything seems to be in pretty good shape except the main bearing caps. They appear pretty worn. There were no shims. Does anyone make pre...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,969
Re: Verify oil pump working
I’m just second guessing myself. I rebuilt the oil pump and reinstalled it. And was thinking I really don’t know if the pump is working.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2020, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,969
Verify oil pump working
What is the easiest way to verify your oil pump is working properly? I don’t have an oil pressure gauge installed.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-25-2020, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,633
Frankenengine
I inherited 4 model a engines. All in various stages of disassembly. I have no history on these engines. They are basically taking up space in my shop. I was thinking of taking various pieces off...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2020, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,107
Mixing grease
I’ve got a 31 pickup I’m about to grease everything that has a grease fitting. I like the Lucas “red sticky grease”. Are there any compatibility issues with using that grease with grease that gas...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2020, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 941
Re: Tie rod rebuild
Thanks for the feedback everyone. I finally got it. I had to remove the tie rod ends and steering arms. Made up a jig by notching a piece of copper tubing and inserting that into a large C clamp and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2020, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 941
Tie rod rebuild
I’m rebuilding the tie rod and drag link on my 31 truck. I’m in the process of reassembling. I can’t seem to get the steering arm ball into the tie rod. The inner spring and cup interfere with the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-18-2020, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,958
King pin felt washer orientation
Just rebuilding front end of 31CCPU. What is the orientation of the felt washer and stamped cap on the bottom support? Does the stamped cap that surrounds the felt washer have the open side facing...
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Forum: Model-A
10-06-2020, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 694
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2020, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,091
Front end wobble
My 31 CCPU has a pretty good front end wobble. My first thought was king pin bushings. I checked my wheel bearings and they were adjusted properly. The drivers side was worse so I dismantled that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2020, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 529
Front end wobble
My 31 CCPU has a pretty good front end wobble. My first thought was king pin bushings. I checked my wheel bearings and they were adjusted properly. The drivers side was worse so I dismantled that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2020, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,160
PCV valve good idea?
I have a 31 pickup. Stock engine. Rear main seal leaking. It was suggested I install a PCV valve to help with the oil leak. Any drawbacks to installing a PCV valve?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2020, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,214
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2020, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,214
Lack of power/rpm
I’m having an issue with my 31 closed cab pickup. It starts and idles fine. I just timed it, that’s ok, removed inline fuel filter, new plugs ,points, condenser. I also did a compression test and got...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-10-2020, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,430
Re: No spark has me stumped?
Well finally solved no spark issue. One of the previous owners soldered the wire from the ignition switch to the plate in the distributor(where the spring loaded connector makes contact). Apparently...
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