Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2018, 04:55 AM
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Re: Points alway hot???
i've changed it back to a positive ground system and flashed the fields on the generator and made sure that the car is wired like the schematic. i'll install the new ignition switch soon as it shows...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
Nice article!
Using the test light, I lose voltage at the points but do not lose voltage at the coil no matter what position the switch is in.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
I was using a basic test light. With my switch pushed IN I have No light on the test light But when I turn the key and the switch pops out my test light lights up..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
Problem Solved! The ignition switch failed and it's actually working backwards! I called Snyders and a replacement is on the way..
The guy on the phone was says those original switchs can be very...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
I understand, I just want the car to be wired as it should be according to the diagram.. from there I will troubleshoot..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
I already reversed the coil when I was going over the wiring. The only thing left is the battery and spark the bolts on the cutout..
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2018, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
Soon as I get home I'm going to wire the battery to positive ground and do another check over over the electrical. I'll post the results
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2018, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
that is about the same one I have.. and by following it, it would appear that one side of the points would be hot even with the switch off..
Odd that the points won't weld closed
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2018, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
Just looked more closely at the Wiring Diagram.. The Diagram shows a Positive ground system.. Mine is connected Negative Ground... Could that be my issue?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2018, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Re: Points alway hot???
The car does turn off.
To make a long story short I was just giving everything the "once over".
cleaning the carb, flushing the block and radiator cleaning and checking the gap on the points... ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2018, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,094
Points alway hot???
Hey guys.. the points in my 28 are always Hot, I traced all the wiring according to my Model A manual and everything looks correct. Can someone point me in the right direction please? That is unless...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2017, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,708
Re: Winter Storage
Thanks for the tip!
i've never used antifreeze, just wasn't sure about winter storage outside..
i'll drain the system of all the water.
thanks again!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-30-2017, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,708
Re: Winter Storage
Unfortunately, my 28 will be outside in the portable garage with plenty of mothballs and dryer sheets in and around it.
My question is should I drain all the water from the engine and replace it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2016, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,300
Charging test question...
I just finished replacing the front bearing in my Generator and I want to be sure that it's functioning. can I simply disconnect the battery for a few seconds to see if it keeps running for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2014, 06:12 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 9,049
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2013, 05:17 AM
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Replies: 82
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Re: non- detergent oil
HUH??? My tires say "Canadian Air Only" Ya know how hard it is to find an importer for that stuff??? :D:);)
Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2013, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2013, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2013, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2013, 02:31 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2013, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-24-2013, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 13
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carburetor problem?
hey guys! was needing some input on my 28. I'm getting a miss/sputter at higher RPMs, I reset the timing and point gap, my Advance placement don't seem to matter, I've checked the plugs and the valve...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-19-2013, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 14,022
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-18-2013, 04:57 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,669
Re: Parade/Over heating question
Thanks for all of the great tips guys! i'm looking forward to it, I think i'm going to go ahead and do the Parade. i'll do some testing between now and then, I have two weeks..
Jim
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-17-2013, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,669
Re: Parade/Over heating question
That's a good tip, I can take it out Saturday and experiment. Maybe I'll go and see the Parade route and see if it's flat or hilly, maybe with any luck it will be a slight down hill grade :-)
Jim
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