Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2021, 01:03 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-05-2021, 07:51 PM
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Installing new hubs/studs/drums
Hi
Is there a process to press in new studs into new hubs and install new drums on a 1930 coupe? Heard it takes a lot of tonnage to press in and swedging of the drums?? Any info would be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-27-2019, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 5
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1930 Model A Tool box
Hi
I'm trying to find the sloped tool box that mounted in below radiator grill for a 1930 coupe. They were discontinued couple years ago. Only square box available now. Any one have one for sale or...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2019, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,925
Re: Fuel shut off
Leaky fuel to carb. Tried to take apart one of the valves and are not repairable like the old ones???
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-19-2019, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,925
Fuel shut off
My fuel tank has no rust shiny clean and has screen on shutoff but after several month it starts to leak past . I've replaced at least 3. Buy from Snyder's and other vendors as well. Same valve. Is...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2019, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,057
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-09-2019, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,057
Castor angle
Does anyone have a formula for castor measurements . Les Andrews book says at 11in difference of 1in is . 09 or 5.1deg.
Mine is at 12in and a difference if 1.5 in or 0.125
I'm thinking around...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-08-2019, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,154
Re: steering stabilizer
Thanks for everyones response. I'll try it out and take off if and when I can spend to time rebuilding only thing left(steering box)?? Everything else is new and tight and within specs??
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-08-2019, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,154
steering stabilizer
Hi.For the ones that are using or have used the steering stabilizer on their Model A. which is the better of the 2. Mikes or Snyders? I prefer steel brackets over aluminum and not being seen.All...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-23-2019, 10:12 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,923
Re: Front end shimmy
Thanks everyone. Checked everything.Might be tires but have alot wear left. Ordering stabalizer from Snyder to try. Next would be new tires.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-22-2019, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 38
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Re: Weak Spark
On my Model A. Had a fair spark but would not start when hot. Checked coil primary. Between pos and neg on coil. Meassured 5.3 ohm. Primary to secondary (output) was 9,000 ohms. Found my old coil....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2019, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,923
Re: Front end shimmy
Set at 1/16
Set at 1/8
Set at 1/4
Better at 1/4 but still shimmy at below 25mph if road has any ruffness?? All front end components tight. Steering box has some play but adjusted up. Never had...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-22-2019, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,923
Front end shimmy
On my 1929 Leather back. My wish bone was broken at ball cap assy. Ball end was not worn but bought rubber style kit. Now I have shimmy at low speeds if there are any bumps in road. All components...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
08-30-2018, 12:16 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,540
Magometer
I installed a Magometer on my 1915. Idles at 15 volts a/c goes to 28 volts at 3/4 throttle. When I turn on lights it drops to 6volt at idle and 15 at 3/4 throttle. Does this sound ok? Was concerned ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2018, 12:04 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,218
Re: Wishbone ball
My ball measures 1.4960and 1.4955. Is that ok to use original type assy?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2018, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,049
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2018, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,218
Re: Wishbone ball
My front end has all been rebuilt. My ball looks to be in good shape but has rubber ball cover installed and was worn out. Is there spec diameter for original ball? If good I'll go back to original....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2018, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,218
Wishbone ball
My wishbone came loose on my 29 causing a shimmy. Found that one of the nuts had cracked. When taking apart it had the rubber ball cap assy that was worn out. Also the felt pad was up inside. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2018, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 6,092
Re: oil pressure
I installed guage near choke rod in hole already in firewall. Used brass bulkhead fitting and can see easily while driving. While cranking guage reads 5# and goes to 15 at start for 30 sec and slowly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2018, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,412
Heater to firewall
I have a 29 leatherback with an Autolite heater. What was used between inlet and manifold to seal? 347996347998
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2018, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 851
Heater to firewall
I have a 29 leatherback with an Autolite heater. What was used between inlet and manifold to seal? 347996
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2018, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2018, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,675
Re: Valve Adjustment
All my old valves had the stems cut down. Before doing valve job, I adjusted Al lifters down to bottom. Ground 3 angle seats and installed new valves and lapped in. I use the plus 9 method for valve...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2018, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,675
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2018, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,675
Valve Adjustment
I installed new valves and ran adjusters all the way down. I have at least .050 clearance except 2 valves that I had to grind stems.Adjusted all to .015. Couple valves only have max .025 left on...
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