Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2024, 12:36 PM
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Views: 1,179
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2024, 10:45 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 766
Re: 1930 coupe need new left front fender
I first learned to weld on Model A fenders and still believe they are ideal for learning and improving your body working skills. I found a pair of front fenders at the local swap meet 2 years ago...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2023, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 804
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2023, 01:04 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 2,940
Re: help dowshift 3rd to 2nd
time to learn how to double clutch.
shift into neutral and rev the motor
then shift into second.
practice makes perfect
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2023, 12:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 914
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2023, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 884
Re: Roadster door latch busted
I decided to try fabricating a replacement part from steel. Machining the hub on my old SB lathe went quickly. Now comes the challenging part - how to line up little pieces for welding. I chose...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2023, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 884
Roadster door latch busted
Driver side door latch broke with the door closed. After disassembling the passenger side to look for an easy way to pop it open, the only choice was to chisel off the small swaged tab that holds...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-22-2023, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 744
Prop nut locking washer A52250
Prop nut locking washer A522510 is wide enough to go over both the top support and the lower end the top assembly, however it would require a square hole in one side to match the square under the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2023, 01:13 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 711
Re: Sun visor 1930 Coupe
There should be 2 screws and a row of nails that are hidden by the top tack strip. However if the panel underneath is missing then some things may have been altered from original by a previous...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-27-2023, 12:21 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 907
Re: Diamond B Block? Trying to find year.
Look for block casting numbers below the gallery cover. Is that a oil filter cannister with bar code visible ? Casting number might be behind that. My block casting number is visible at lower left...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-18-2023, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,050
How to secure Optima battery
Anyone come up with a simple way to secure an Optima battery in the stock battery holder ? I wrapped a strap around battery and lower plate of the holder but it still wiggles around enough I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2023, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,898
Re: Removing Model A modern valve guides
I have to confess making a mistake with PH-2229-G . The actual driver I got is stamped Ajax 1123, and a webpage with that part number has a diagram showing diameter for shank, body, and pilot.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2023, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,898
Re: Removing Model A modern valve guides
There is a valve guide driver tool that fits an air hammer to push them out.
I purchased # PH-2229-G from Goodson.
https://goodson.com/collections/valve-guide-drivers/products/sae-powered-drivers
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2023, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,591
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2023, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,260
Re: need to replace 7 tooth steering box.
I rebuilt my 7 tooth gearbox with new bushings, bearings and sector. I bought a new worm gear too but could not get the old one off the shaft so reused the original. End result was about 1" of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2023, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 5,444
Re: Ugly body dent from rear fender ???
If you are determined to fix this yourself, the best approach is to use a slapper hammer and dolly. Most of the hammering will take place on the outside where you have access. Find a dolly with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2023, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 5,765
Re: 1929 model A model 180 on ebay????????
Comparing this car to photos of real deluxe phaetons found online, the door sure looks like it was a modified coupe - tudor door. The real model 180s had wood framed doors and the jamb side looks...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-27-2022, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Re: Removing center crossmember
Whenever removing frame rivets, I center punch the rivet head and drill just larger than the rivet diameter, stopping when the head comes off and before drilling into the frame. If the drill was not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-20-2022, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 675
Re: Installing New Modern Points
I had to use a small round file to open the slot and get it adjusted correctly. Look for a 3/16 round chainsaw file. Also had to drill and tap a new hole for the condenser grounding when the cheap...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2022, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,344
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2022, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,155
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-21-2022, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,305
Re: Rebuild horn button and horn rod wire
There should be an insulator for the bottom end and none of those parts appear to be it. I made this insulator from a piece of hard plastic because the old one had broken and gone like yours. the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2022, 12:35 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,655
Re: '30 - '31 Roadster wiper motor
According to Model A Judging Standards publication by MAFCA, 1930 open models used Owen-Dyneto electric wiper motors up to June 1930 then switched to Trico vacuum wiper motors. Pictured motors were...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2022, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,474
Re: fender identification question
I bought a pair of fenders a few months ago in similar condition and spent a lot of hours hammering away at the dents. Both had intact bead and had not been messed up by amateur brazing or OA welds. ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2022, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 932
Mice got into rumble seat back cushion
I left the rumble back cushion in the car which is parked in my workshop - a pole building with a mouse problem, and they finally discovered it and made a big nest inside. The cover appears...
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