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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-29-2022, 04:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,990
Posted By fordwife
Re: parts we buy- that we dont need.......

There's a thin line between 'want' and 'need''
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 04-26-2022, 01:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,069
Posted By fordwife
mounting clincher tires

Here is how I mount 30x3 1/2 tires : take an old 21" model a wheel, weld an inner rim to the top of it and bolt it through the center with a piece of all thread to a sawhorse. bolt the clincher rim...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-05-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,879
Posted By fordwife
Re: Why is this so?

With less point gap, the points open later which retards the spark.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 04-04-2022, 10:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,137
Posted By fordwife
Re: Parking Brake Quadrant

I have repaired these by taking a triangular file such as a saw file and filing the teeth a little deeper. you can also refile the pawl. Or, some guys cut a piece of wood and fit it in the slot where...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-05-2022, 09:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,830
Posted By fordwife
Re: 59A heads

Thanks Rotorwrench, that's what I was wanting to know.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-04-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,830
Posted By fordwife
59A heads

I have 2 V8 engines, I believe 1942-48. On one the heads say 59A and the other say 59AB. What's the difference?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-03-2022, 09:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,267
Posted By fordwife
Re: cylinder wall pitting

Once I found a gouge in a cylinder wall about an inch long. I cleaned it, filled it with JB weld and honed it smooth. 3K miles later.its still running smooth with no problems.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2022, 08:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,917
Posted By fordwife
Re: Need A LOT of help with Model A inheritance

I agree with Chris. That's a pretty decent looking A. Keep in mind that virtually every model a part ,except engine and running gear is available nowdays.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-03-2022, 12:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,930
Posted By fordwife
Re: Dead/ shorted battery cell

Given that info. I would have the battery load tested.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-11-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,649
Posted By fordwife
Re: Model A doodlebug

Here in the northwest they were known as ''puddle jumpers''.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-07-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,274
Posted By fordwife
Re: Vicky oval window

I know where there is a '29 sport coupe with oval side windows.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 11-23-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,120
Posted By fordwife
Re: Manual Choke Wire from Carburetor to Radiator

I make my own out of 1/8 steel welding or brazing rod. It's fairly cheep and available.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-09-2021, 03:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,076
Posted By fordwife
Re: Brake Lining Rivet Depth

As I recall, back in the day it was about 1/2 the thickness of the lining.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-09-2021, 03:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By fordwife
Ignition resistors

Heres a question for some of you gurus to ponder: all of the 6v fords, from abou 32 and up use an ignition resistor in the primary side of the ignition so the points won't burn. Why doesn't Model A...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 10-30-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By fordwife
Re: 1926 Ford Model T Depot Hack

where are you located? Maybe someone near you can help.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 10-30-2021, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By fordwife
Re: 1926 Ford Model T Depot Hack

Where are you located?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-27-2021, 07:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,325
Posted By fordwife
Re: Change 12V Positive Ground to Negative ground

The shape of the generator dictates polority? That's a new one.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-26-2021, 11:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,262
Posted By fordwife
Re: Troubleshooting Help Needed - Restarting Issue '46 Tudor

The grounding should be such that touching any two points on the body and frame structures and the engine block wil show zero ohms.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-25-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,262
Posted By fordwife
Re: Troubleshooting Help Needed - Restarting Issue '46 Tudor

Did you clean the pan surface for a good ground? Is the engine well grounded to the body? Is the bracket that goes between the starter and pan in place?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-14-2021, 09:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,516
Posted By fordwife
Re: Flat spot that just won't go away

Might possibly be a leak in the intake manifold or gasket between the intake and the exhaust passage.
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 09-11-2021, 08:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,194
Posted By fordwife
Re: New TT

Virtually all parts from the gas tank forward wil interchange. Keep in mind that the TT is a slow speed vehicle. 20-25 mph is all its good for.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-09-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 834
Posted By fordwife
Re: Pacific NW Swaps [3]

Does anyone know the status of the Bremerton WA swap meet?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 09-04-2021, 06:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,046
Posted By fordwife
Re: ford 9n and model a motor

For one thing, there might be interfrence between tne distributor and gas tank. If not you might have to pull the gas tank to get to the distributor. My question is, what would be the advantages of...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-31-2021, 10:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,378
Posted By fordwife
Re: Vacuum Gauge Question

Sometimes you can take the lens off and take a real small needle nose pliers and tweak the needle, turn it on the shaft slightly, to bring it back to zero.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-06-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,075
Posted By fordwife
Re: Engine sputtering - where to go from here?

gas cap vent? vacuum leak in manifold or ww wiper motor? Just some ideas.
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