Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2023, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 40
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Re: Starting a Road Trip to Alaska
What a cool adventure !!!!!!! I'm jealous. We drove our fifth wheel to AK a few years back and my favorite part was driving through BC and the Yukon.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2022, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 8,018
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2022, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,448
Re: Painting bumper clamps
Parts suppliers sell stickers that look perfect in those bumper clamps. Don't paint them, use the stickers. Looks more professional.
Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-26-2022, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,901
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2022, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,456
Re: Carburetor mating surfaces
I've fixed a few warped Tillotson's and Marvel's.
What I do is clamp them together and apply heat using a heat gun. As it heats up, tighten the clamps somewhat. Leave clamps on, let it cool...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2022, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 6,498
Re: Won't Start....
I've been battling a similar scenario this week with my 28 Truck. I'm usually really good at figuring out why Model 'A's don't start but this week was a real challenge. I determined it was without...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,162
Re: Christmas decorations.
Here's our Fordor just about ready for the local Christmas parade this Saturday. Dollar store was very helpful.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,113
Re: Zenith carberater
There are some foreign aftermarket floats that are too big and will cause the condition you describe. Recently I tried using a foreign aftermarket float and had the same circumstance. Ended up using...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-05-2021, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,146
Re: blasting
After extensive research I also bought a cabinet from Skat Blast and it really is top quality. It comes all put together too PLUS they advertise in either MAFCA or MARC magazine (can't remember...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-20-2021, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,606
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2021, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,276
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-14-2021, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 605
Re: Gufshoz Contact
Thanks Marcus. I'm pretty sure he's still on a long vacation but should be back soon. We are planning a Nachez Trace trail Model 'A' Tour next spring.
I'll send you his email address. We...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2021, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,284
Re: Engine Stand
Here's an engine stand I have which is similar to yours but a slightly different design in the front. Mine was custom welded and I can start the engine on the stand. I still need to finish...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-31-2021, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 8,497
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2021, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 888
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2021, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,445
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2021, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,662
Re: GAV Question ?
Ed, the main was flow tested at 145 and the compensator was 150. What flow ranges do you use when sizing your jets? There are different flow recommendations out there (Fords, Chris Pelikan, Al...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2021, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,662
Re: GAV Question ?
You have to keep in mind the GAV's main purpose is to give the driver a mechanism to fine tune the car's performance by enriching the mixture. According to Steve Pargeter's book, the zenith carbs...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-23-2021, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,662
Re: GAV Question ?
First thing you need to do is gently close your GAV all the way. Turn it clockwise. But very gently so you don't tighten it and harm the needle tip on the end of the GAV. Once it's closed turn it...
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