Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2018, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 11,293
Re: Jim Brierley
Get well Jim, I still refer to your book when I get conflicting advice. We need you Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-20-2018, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 92
Views: 27,515
Re: FSI distributor issue
Jim, I have a 6-1 head and had to make a shim for the FSI to limit total advance to 20 deg. Thanks to tbirdtbird
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-04-2018, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 68
Views: 11,020
Re: Vaporlock and the ensuing conversations
They are adding BUTANE to our gas now to get rid of it. Before the EPA the refineries just burned it off It only causes problems in an open fuel system as in carburetors. The zenith carb is cast...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-04-2017, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,178
Re: Rod nuts
Thanks everyone, the collective advice usually provides a good answer. Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-02-2017, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 7,178
Rod nuts
In his book 4-bangers & me Jim Brierley recommends using ARP 12 point rod nuts. Are these to be used without lock washers and can they be re-used to adjust shims? When I dropped my pan the other...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-21-2016, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,652
Re: Rims
Thanks for the input guys, If I were a vender at Hershey or anywhere trying to sell rims I would have the spindle set up at my display table, but that is just me. The dime idea was one I did not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2016, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,652
Rims
On my way to Hershey, any advice on how to check Rims other than take a lug nut along. Also determin determine value? Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2016, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,138
Landau Irons
I have seen several sport coups with a stainless steel snap on center on their landau irons. Do any of you know who made them or has a set for sale? Thanks Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-12-2016, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,903
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2016, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,767
Hershey
OK gang, I am going to Hershey to look for 19" rims. Can anyone recommend a booth among that giant maze that might be fruitful? Thanks
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2016, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,432
Re: Wheels
OK JW. but the car drives like crap on the brake drums
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2016, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,386
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2016, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,432
Re: Wheels
Wow AL, I did not know that. I guess it should have been obvious. That enplanes why the lug nut holes ware on a model A and not on modern cars.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2016, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,432
Wheels
I have a problem with my wheels that I have not seen on the Barn. My lug nut holes are to big from years of use. I have the thicker SS washers but still need to grind them down so they do not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-02-2016, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,386
Re: Throwing Out Good Model A Parts
Tom, It is a mind set. After 30 years in the military and frequent moves with limited shipping weight, " IF YOU HAVE NOT USED IT IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS YOU DONT NEED IT." Having said that, with my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-29-2016, 07:45 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,179
Re: crankshaft moving
Thanks every one, I am learning more every day. Will nurse it until this winter. Bob Bidonde, Great link, I was leaning in that direction already. What a great bunch of people on this forum. Bob...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-28-2016, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,179
crankshaft moving
Was under the car looking for an oil leak when I noticed about a 1/8th inch of shiny crankshaft indicating that it has moved forward. Is this normal or do I have a problem? Car runs fine. Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2016, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,071
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-13-2016, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,068
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2016, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,880
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2016, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,880
Re: Sport coup top
Thank you for the reply John but I could not find anything in their catalog or web site.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2016, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,880
Sport coup top
My sport coup came with a black canvas top, Now gray. Does anyone know what to use to dye,stain,or paint to get it back to black? Thanks for any info Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-03-2016, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,720
Radial tire pressure
What would be a good summer tire pressure for a light sport coup and new 19 inch radial tires? Bob
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2016, 04:35 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,985
Re: Float a motors
where is the best place to jack up the rear to replace the FAM rubbers? does anything need to be loosened or removed?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2016, 01:14 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,561
Re: throttle linkage
Thanks everyone, cant post pictures at this time as we are on our sailboat in the Caribbean and the car is in frigid N.C. I had a binding situation between the hand throttle and the gas peddle...
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