Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2017, 09:04 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2017, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,569
Re: Little off topic, metallic paint.
Old Guy Rich;
Your HVLP gun requires a much larger volume of air than a conventional gun. If you are using a 1/4" or 3/8" hose with 1/4" quick couplers you are not getting the volume of air that is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-28-2016, 07:54 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-17-2016, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,784
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2015, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,763
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2015, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-01-2013, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 6,569
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2012, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,597
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-04-2012, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 6,882
Re: Signal Stat 700 Turn Signal Switch
That switch was one of the early units for aftermarket turn signal installation on vehicles not equiped with turn signals.
That unit will require the use of add-on lights both front and back.
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Forum: Early V8
04-26-2012, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 0
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Mohawk USL-6000 Scissor Lift
For Sale---Mohawk USL-6000 Scissor Lift. Low cycle times, excellent condition, 120V. Aluminum ramps required for lift included. $2500.00. See Mohawk's website for details. Sells new for near $6000.00...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-18-2012, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 4
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Re: 40 ford brakes
The short shoe goes to the rear of the wheel cylinder and connects to the hand brake operating lever.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2012, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,087
Re: Waterpump questions with new radiator
Brent,
I have the instructions from pump #A-8502-A/B sold by Snyder's.
The reason given for the grinding of the impellers is :
"Repo radiators are more efficient because they have smaller...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2012, 01:31 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,944
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2012, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,429
Re: Masking for second color on body and doors
The blue plastic tape works very well for two tone painting. I use 3M tape, but this looks to be similar. I use 1/8",1/4",& 1/2" when two toning, on long runs the 1/2" works very well in getting a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-29-2012, 03:20 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,612
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-26-2012, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,841
Re: Shop manuals
There was a publication by Floyd Clymer called (Model A Ford Service Manual And Handbook), written in 1929 and 1930 near the end of Model A production by S.A.E. member Victor Page. He was considered...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2012, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal
The illustration that I refered to is on page 23 of a publication copyright, 1928 by The Norman W. Henley Publishing Co. and has been reprinted by Floyd Clymer. (Clymer Repair Manuals)
Pilotdave,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2012, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal
The cage must not rotate, if it did, it would wear the hub and the seal. I have found wear like this on bearings that have failed, locking up in the cage and rotating the complete assembly. That gets...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-24-2012, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Re: Rear drum bearing and seal
I am viewing a cut away view of the bearing in the hub. It is showing a space between the snap ring and the seal of what looks to be about 1/8". The bearings are in a cage and do not rotate against...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-24-2012, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,101
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-24-2012, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,101
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-24-2012, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,101
Re: 59A Motor attaching a Tach
Yes, connect the red wire to your power source through a fuse, connect the black wire to a good known ground, and the green wire to the + side of the coil. If the tach is lighted, connect that wire...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-22-2012, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Re: 6 volt battery question
I would have the starter checked to make sure is is a 6 volt starter, as it will function on 12 volts either way. Someone may have changed the field coils.
As for the Optima Red Top battery, do...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2012, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 17,405
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-21-2012, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 17,405
Re: Best Type of Heater to Install
I would think finding a 40's style heater small enough to fit into a roadster and still allow your wife good leg room will be your biggest challenge. Once you have done that, make it safe and...
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