Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2013, 06:12 AM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2013, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,532
Re: Engine Displacement Calculator
Here is the information as I know it for a Model A engine
Mac's for example has a cheat sheet to use
http://macsautoparts.com/ford-model-a-specifications-page/camid/MDA/ca/215/#engine
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2013, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,532
Engine Displacement Calculator
Wanted to share this link for a displacement calculator to add to your bookmarks.
http://www.bgsoflex.com/displacement.html
Mark
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-24-2013, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,120
De-cipher Piston Markings
I am not familiar with the history of my motor, or Model A motor replacement parts in particular.
The top of each piston has a 40 stamped in it. Is this a standard after market practice for a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,288
Re: Here it is, '28 Coupe, thoughts? Suggestions?
To Tom's comment, I saw a guy at a show with a "rat rod" A who made barbed wire it looked like out of 12-2 wire and used that for his connections. I didn't notice how he had it jammed in there, but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,288
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,786
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2013, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,104
Basic Generator Questions
Looking to fix/repair my Generator I took off that was having issues. Hot to the touch and ran the battery down. Replaced with a alternator ( no I don't want to start that battle ). Before I send it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-10-2013, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,983
Re: Tab in or Tab out - Hose Clamps
Carl - true, but it might hit the whitewalls and bounce to the alternator ....
sorry - as a new person I am fascinated by the drama of the those three as well as others :o
Thanks Bill - give the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2013, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,983
Tab in or Tab out - Hose Clamps
Bear with a newb question, I have been searching for the answer to this perhaps silly question.
I bought spiffy new hoses and also the authentic type clamps to replace the modern hose clamps.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-07-2013, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 7,345
Re: Remove rust spots from upholstery ???
It has been said and you can find in many lookups that plain Lemon juice - the real stuff - will work on rust stains when left in the Sun. Since its your seat it would be a easy thing to try.
I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-05-2013, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,676
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-03-2013, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,054
Re: Pop out cable to Dist question
Nor will I drill a hole to make sure it clears .....:D
The NAPA switch has to be modified so the key side nut can actually screw past the shoulder it has - like I said not ideal - to clear with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2013, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,054
Re: Pop out cable to Dist question
Good tip Joe - I wonder if the Ford switch at Tractor Supply is the same you are speaking of - it looks like the one I pulled out of my dash.
www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/key-switch-ford
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2013, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,054
Re: Pop out cable to Dist question
Yes Bob it is a tight fit - however I cutoff the extra stud length and it fits. Barely ... it will do till other things get fixed.
Tom, I made a Vinegar mess but not near as bad as you did :D
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2013, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,054
Re: Pop out cable to Dist question
Thanks for the responses so far, trying not to be dense about this but the obvious isn't always obvious.
I believe Charles is closest to answering what I am driving at - the spring end itself...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-02-2013, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,054
Pop out cable to Dist question
The cheap on/off switch in my 30 Coupe broke a ear off and I am replacing with a NAPA one.
The hack to the old was a press on connector to the armored cable wire. There is just enough wire to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2013, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 132
Views: 34,538
Re: time for another whitewall rant......
As a new member to the forum, and a new A owner, here goes my reputation - who really gives a rats toot?
These type of threads, like the "those who repair their cars are idiots" threads, serves no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2013, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Re: Correct seat attachment
Since posting and further digging in the Archives I found this thread that answers the material for the back of the seat.
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=93816&highlight=trunk
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2013, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Re: Correct seat attachment
In my case - after June 1930, motor has a May date.
Not sure what the term package tray defines however. Here is a pic of my trunk area as reference.
Its on my to do list to clean up the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-29-2013, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Re: Correct seat attachment for Coupe back
I also have the same question for my 30 coupe with a trunk - mine is naked in the back. I also have nothing on the sides - sheet metal was used originally attached to the brackets?
Thanks
Mark
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2013, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,508
Camshaft Thrust Plunger Grease
At the risk of that guy's dog getting on me for repairing my car - here goes.....
Investigating a knock in the front, looked at the timing gear and visually all seems well. Reading about the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-26-2013, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,920
Re: Accelerator issue - alignment with floorboard
Thanks for all the suggestions and tips. I thought I would followup with some picture showing what I described. Farrell was right taking it off was nothing at all - my visual look at it made it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2013, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,920
Re: Accelerator issue - alignment with floorboard
Thanks for the tips - after staring at it for a while and looking at the drawings on the fordgarage site and the instructions for the spring on Snyder's I think the spring is - well - sprung. If you...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2013, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,920
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