Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2018, 02:19 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,096
Sector shaft thrust washer
I am in the process of rebuilding my 30 pickup two tooth steering gear box. Thanks to everyone that replied about reinstalling the worm gear I got the new one installed. I noticed the new thrust...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2018, 02:04 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,910
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-27-2018, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,910
Steering worm gear install
Hello, does anyone have a good suggestion on how to install the steering worm gear back on it's shaft for a 1930 Ford. I was able to remove the old using my 30 ton press after I installed some...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-23-2018, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,240
Battery cutout size
Hello, I have a 1930 Model A pickup and I am looking for the dimensions of the battery cutout in the floorboards specifically the width of the opening. The opening I have is only about 3" wide and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2018, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,858
Re: Steering box pitman arm play
I got the steering box apart yesterday and the sector shaft busing are indeed shot. I was able to press them out and have some new ones on order. I think I will replace the two tooth gear as well as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2018, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,858
Steering box pitman arm play
This weekend I decided to address what I think is excessive play in my steering wheel for my 1930 Ford model A pickup. I don't have Les Andres book yet it should be here on the 31st. So I have...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-16-2018, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,826
Re: Canadian Model A/AA production numbers
Hey Steve, I am from Detroit, Michigan originally and have a radiator shell off of a 1930 model A that my late father says was made in Canada. Is there anyway you know of to prove this?
Thanks ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2018, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,122
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2018, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,122
Oil change with external filter
Is there any consensus on how often to change the oil in a 1930 Model A using an external oil filter. Is it still every 500 miles or so regardless?
Thanks
Tom
Anchorage, Alaska
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-11-2018, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,398
Window crank and riser
I have a question about which is the best way to install the 1/8" pin in the model A window cranks. When I try and install the pin I need to install the riser first then the crank handle all while...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-05-2018, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Oil Leaks front and rear of the oil pan
Okay so I know this is probably going to be the million time this question has been asked but I recently like 3 weeks ago purchased a 1930 closed cab pickup model A.
I noticed my garage floor was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2018, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,908
Driver side door lock
Hello, I have a 1930 Model A closed cab pickup I want to add the sliding type door lock to the drivers side door. I have the sliding lock unit on order but can't cannot clearly see how or where...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-03-2018, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,080
Vacuum wiper motor
Hello, I have recently purchased a 1930 Model A pickup truck about 3 weeks ago now. The truck came with an electric wiper motor and I was trying to determine how original this would have been. There...
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