Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2021, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
My thoughts as well. I will pull it and have it tested, I had issues with it over the winterso probably time for a new one.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-22-2021, 05:03 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
I apologize, my description is all wrong. Alternator is constantly CHARGING at 6 amps there is no draw when driving. Before yesterday the amp meter would go back to zero after a few minutes of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
Yes you are correct, I thought maybe when I turned on the lights while driving the amp meter might change, it does not. It stays at a steady 6 amps
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
It reads zero with the car off, goes to about -4 amps if I turn on the lights. This is normal for it and back to zero when they are off. It's been fine for 3 years, just started this yesterday. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
Heres where my confusion is, with the key on and the car is not running there is no draw. I am not sure how to troubleshoot it. My common sense says if there is a draw on the battery it would occur...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
Bad terminology on my part. I turned the disconnect so the battery was disconnected from the electrical system the amp meter went back to zero. Turned "on" the disconnect and the draw came back. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Re: Amp draw when driving
The battery was at 6.9 volts with car off, low ans high idle. I think I verified the problem, for kicks I turned the disconnect on and the draw went away. I think this verifies the battery issue. Am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2021, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Amp draw when driving
I have a 6 volt alternator on my car. Yesterday when driving home I noticed about a 6 amp draw on the amp meter. Turning on the headlights did not change the reading. When key is off there is no draw...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2021, 06:05 AM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Michigan Model A ROUND UP
There will not be any new parts vendors at the Roundup except for Classic Wood Products. I also understand there will be somewhere with cast iron brakes, shoes..etc. There will be a nice swap meet...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2019, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,791
Re: early/late steering gear swap
There is not much adjustment that can be done on a 7 tooth. I just upgraded my 29 with a 2 tooth, it makes a huge difference. The bottom end is common on all 2 tooth columns, you need the upper 29...
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Forum: Model-A
09-10-2019, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
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Forum: Model-A
09-05-2019, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
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Forum: Model-A
08-19-2019, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
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Forum: Model-A
08-09-2019, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
30/31 Headlight Buckets
I have a very nice set of 30/31 complete headlight buckets with Ford script.Reflectors are also included but are in ok shape. These are an older repro set with rivets on the inside versus screws as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-01-2019, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,089
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2019, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,685
Re: Electric wiper repair
The motor on mine would turn the wiper on a bench but not when it had the friction of the glass on the blade. My outside was a little beaten up, he fixed it up and painted it. Got it back and looks...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2019, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,685
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2019, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 2
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Re: brake "job" in Detroit area
All automotive in Burton might be able to help
2150 E Hemphill Burton MI 48529
(810)743-5620
If you were a little closer I would come by. A local Model A club might might be able to help as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2019, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 15
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Re: Map software
Do any of them give you the option of avoiding dirt roads? Avoiding highways is not enough in my area.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-20-2019, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Model A clubs
I'm with the Oakleaf Region, we meet in Royal Oak and would be glad to have you.
https://www.oakleafregion.org
There is also this group more towards the Saginaw flint...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-01-2019, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 9,275
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2019, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,813
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2019, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 9,275
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-07-2018, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,206
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-09-2018, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,144
Re: Steering wheel
The pic I attached above is a 31 mount on a 29/30. You can put one on yours to take the stress off the tank. I am doing it on my 29, notice the shim between the clamp and the dash. I have attached...
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