Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2013, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,838
Re: Replacing a carburetor
Just be careful tightening the two bolts from the carb to the intake manifold. Too tight and the manifold breaks.
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Forum: Model-A
08-31-2013, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,258
1930 Model A Coupe
1930 Model A Ford rumble seat Coupe, in Southeastern North Carolina. Currently titled, registered, and driven. Title matches engine block number. It is an early 1930 with oval speedometer. The engine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2013, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 6,876
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2013, 05:48 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,459
Re: Spark advance range
Brambleworth, Full advance on a Model A is actually only 20 degrees. Later engines, like a small block Chevy V8, can run at 34 to 36 degrees full advance. I would guess that the Model A requires less...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,875
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 05:31 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,287
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2013, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 73
Views: 16,150
Re: ever wanted to choke a body man?
Ross, I'm sorry too. I am so not amused. Don't hold your breath waiting for me to comment when someone with a legitimate post (unlike this one) asks for some advice on painting or body work. Good bye
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2013, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 73
Views: 16,150
Re: ever wanted to choke a body man?
Go ahead, badmouth the bodyman. It sounds like some miscommunication to me. The body shop is a thankless job. I was in the industry for many years, body, frame & paint, insurance adjuster, body shop...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2013, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 7,295
Re: Motor Vibration
Make sure your engine, transmission, and torque tube are properly lined up. Mine was a little off when I got the car.. I made some adjustments and my car goes down the road with much less vibration...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2013, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,140
Re: Model A cost in today's $$$
Today's cars are disposable and end up in the scrap pile after 5 or 10 years. My Model A is 83 years old and still going. That's priceless.
Mike
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-23-2013, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,492
Re: trailering model A
I don't think the Model A will pull the trailer very well, especially up hills. :^)
Mike
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2013, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 11,246
Re: License plates
I have a nice rusty 1930 North Carolina plate on my coupe. I like them that way.
Mike
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-15-2013, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,737
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2013, 04:41 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,962
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2013, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 7,464
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-13-2013, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,645
Re: Repop Cowl band
Additionally, what kind of project is it to install a new cowl band? The objective is to improve the looks of my A.....not to teach my Rat Terrier bad language!
Ed[/QUOTE]
Ed, I just had my car...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-12-2013, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 12,442
Re: Double Clutching
I only double clutch when downshifting. Normal driving, I shift like duffer says. I wind it up to a reasonable rpm, then ease the shifter into the next gear. When I move to shifter somewhat slowly,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2013, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-11-2013, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,359
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2013, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,944
Re: New Restoration or Older Restoration ?
The only thing that counts is: what exactly is the condition of the vehicle at this time? There are too many variables with restorations. Some are amateur. Some are professional. How well was the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-10-2013, 08:24 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 4,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2013, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,359
Re: Short or something electrical
Tyler,
If you are learning, and even if you are an expert, sometimes it is better to "fix" one thing at a time and test the car as you go. That way , if something goes wrong, you can go back to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-09-2013, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 149
Views: 50,157
Re: Mac's survey
Darlene and the crew at Mac's are making an honest effort to keep customers happy.
Mike
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2013, 09:54 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,136
Re: Footrest question
Don't stab your finger trying to push it in! Drill a hole into a piece of wood, so you have something to hold the metal piece.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2013, 09:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,798
Re: Bad repro parts from Mac's
I am absolutely done with Mac's. If they were the last people on earth with parts, I would make my own before I ever spent another penny with them. Their customer service is ZERO, and I'm doing my...
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