Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2021, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,817
Re: Considering buying a T
Ray
I live in Melbourne Australia which is about the same size as LA. 5 million people. I live 15 miles out in the burbs. The city spreads out in a radius of 50 miles in all directions from the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2021, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,817
Re: Considering buying a T
Hello ,
I bought a 20 Model T tourer about 20 years ago .
Since I was a kid I was attracted to the history and looks of the T as well as its agricultural Mechanics.It was the first Antique...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-17-2020, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 402
Re: Running Board Trim
Hello ,
I put zinc trims on my 1930 Coupe when I restored the car 10 years ago trying to get the original look..
Dont do it .
They are a pain in the you know what.
They tarnish and oxidize so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2014, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 8,401
Re: received engine today
Hello 2 Rosella ,
I live in Melbourne Australia and if you are considering purchasing / having an engine rebuilt I can recommend from my recent experience J & M Machine company in MA.
They have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2014, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
Re: Mitchell overdrive spline !!!
Hi Ford1931,
Thanks for the advice. I would never have thought of this as I would have thought that the torque would cause some movement at the joint where the tape is.
Did you use PVC electrical...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2014, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2014, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
Re: Mitchell overdrive spline !!!
Hi Tom ,
Yes the 1/2 drive beam torque wrench is in foot pounds . Thanks for alerting me to this.
I will need to get an inch pound one.
Do you know the size of the socket that will fit the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2014, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
Mitchell overdrive spline !!!
Thanks again for the previous advice I have received on Fordbarn.
I am proceeding with the rebuild of my rear end and I am trying to to a thorough job.
The double cone bearing race in the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2014, 11:10 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
Re: REAR END Question
Thanks to Tom and others for your advice
Yes I have deceided to go the whole hog and do it right the first time rather than risk damaging the diff and associated parts that I have replaced . And...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2014, 08:42 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
Re: REAR END Question
Yes tahnks for the advice I will definatley check the preload.
Time spent now will prevent grief later.
Thanks for your responses
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2014, 08:10 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
Re: REAR END Question
Hi Yes I have seen Tom Endy's article.
I just thought that maybe because I had not altered the pinion or crownwheel settings I would not have to check the preload settings.
All I have done...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2014, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-03-2014, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
REAR END Question
Hello everyone , maybe someone can give me some advice-
I have just replaced the diff carrier bearings (both bearings and cups). I have also replaced the carrier spider gears to eiminate...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2014, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,375
Re: Snap rings
Thanks Guys,
I will give your suggestions a try.
Regards
Mark.:D
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-13-2014, 02:38 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,375
Snap rings
Hello ,
there are not many things that halt me in my tracks but the snap ring in the rear hub has.
This is the first time i have attempted to remove one. I want to repack the bearings
I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Re: Sugestions please
Hi Guy's
Thanks for the advice. Much appreciated.
I think I will remove the engine with the transmission attached as I have already removed the tailshaft and diff assembly.
Thanks once again,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-14-2013, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Sugestions please
Hello ,
the crankshaft on my engine has broken next to where it bolts to the flywheel.
I suspect that the flywheel and clutch assemby are being held in place by the mainshaft spigot that goes into...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-11-2011, 02:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,299
Re: Cannot get into first or reverse
You are not going to believe this.
The coupe when I purchased it had a a vinyl floor mat.
I have put Baron Le Bonney kit in th car as well as floor carpets.
When I took the carpets out to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2011, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,299
Re: Cannot get into first or reverse
Tom , I checked that the throw out bearing moves forward and the arms retract o.k.
I was thinking that the clutch plate is frozen .
The car has been in a body and paint shop for 2 years...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2011, 07:47 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,299
Cannot get into first or reverse
I drove my 1930 Coupe for the first time yesterday and when I depressed the clutch and waited for up to 30 seconds with the car stopped I could not engage first or reverse gears withot the gear...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2011, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,037
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-01-2011, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,037
Greasing spring shackle
Hi Everyone,
I am having difficulty greasing an original nipple a front spring shackle. I have tried using my original Alemite gun but the fitting wont take any grease.
I have removed it so that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2011, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Re: Fire hazard
Hi ,
there wasn't a filter in the bottom of the tank when I reinsatlled the valve at the bottom of the tank. But I made sure that I replaced the old brass screen in the sediment bowl and put in a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-14-2011, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Fire hazard
I have just installed an inline fuel filter (plastic) in the metal line just below the sediment bowl on my 30 Coupe . I am trying to keep rubbish out of the zenith.
I think that the clearance...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-23-2011, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,517
Re: Fuse .where to mount
Thanks Tom,
I really appreciate your reply.
Saved a fuse and aggravation.
I did not realise that the starter would draw 100Amps.
You learn something every day.
Regards Mark.
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