Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2020, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 438
Re: AA Truck rear axle question .
I don't know if this works for AA wheels, but with hydraulic brake conversions spacers are made. Bert's has them - see the link and picture below.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-01-2020, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 563
Re: Pictures and computer scanning/transfering
Check in your scanning software (usually in settings) and see if you can tell if it is scanning at 300 dpi, 600 dpi, etc. If you can change it, use the highest dpi you can on the software you have.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2019, 11:40 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,326
Re: Oil filter
The late Jay Steel of Taylor Engines strongly recommended full flow oil with insert bearings when he rebuilt my engine.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2019, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,169
Re: A 1920 White, Yellowstone Bus
Glacier National Park has a fleet of 1936 - 1939 White buses still in use for tours. They have retrofitted the engine and transmission (Ford) for better driving, but the rest of the bus is like...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-06-2018, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 9,209
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-01-2018, 04:46 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,754
Re: 7.0 Earthquake in Anchorage Alaska
Having experienced the Northridge earthquake (6.7 magnitude) here in SoCal several years ago, I agree with your statement. It does take a while for things to get back to normal, but they will. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-29-2018, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,561
Re: Ca. Fire photo
My first thought is whether the heat of the fire damaged the metal of essential parts such as the frame. Beyond that, I don't have any experience with a fire damaged vehicle. Good luck with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-18-2018, 01:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,561
Re: Ca. Fire photo
I'm very sorry for your losses, but thankful your family and pets are ok. I am about 2 miles from part of the Woolsey fire in SoCal. Our home and my Model A are fine. Let's hope our great...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2018, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,743
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-13-2018, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,861
Re: Bob's Modelahouse.com
I don't know where he is in California, but in my area (a couple miles from the fires), one major provider (mine) is still up. Another major provider is down throughout the area. He very well might...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-08-2018, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,095
Re: Question
Original Post or Original Poster (person who posted first in a new thread)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-07-2018, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,038
Re: End of the road
Dementia is a cruel and difficult disease. I wish you and your partner well.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2018, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 825
Re: steering box
Recently purchased the Randy Gross steering box. I haven't installed it yet, but I have driven a Model A with one and it made for very easy steering. Also, Randy is a really good guy to do business...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-06-2018, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,565
Re: MAFCA shipping
I have made the photo Christmas cards in the past. I took a photo of my wife and me next to our Model A. Then went to one of the photo websites where you can make photo books, prints, calendars,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2018, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,203
Re: Oil Leak...I know i know, been asked 1000x!
Mine leaked like that when I lost the babbit on two of the main bearings. I agree with above to check what the condition of the bearings is. Have you drained the oil recently? Is there babbit in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-18-2018, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,508
Re: Little Model A Fords
Fantastic layout and impressive detail on the cars, buildings, trains, and all. I have a Hubley coupe to build, but haven't gotten to it yet so no pictures.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2018, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,346
Re: HELP! I can't start my 28 roadster!
Hopefully that person near you can help you. Just in case, it sounds like the car might be flooded if gas is dripping out of the carb. How long do you have the choke held out? It usually is held...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-07-2018, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,314
Re: 49 years ago...Not Model A...well maybe...
The closest I got to Woodstock was the movie and the albums. What great music - Crosby, Stills and Nash, Ten Years After, Jimi Hendrix, etc. But, it looks like it was a hassle to get there. I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-03-2018, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,531
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-20-2018, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,785
Re: Mitchell Over Drive 26% or 36%
I believe which ratio you choose depends on the type of driving you do (hills vs flat, slower back roads vs highway, etc). I have a 3.78:1 rear with the 26% Mitchell and it seems to work fine for...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-18-2018, 11:48 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,662
Re: London to Brighton again
Just curious. I know the pre-1905 London to Brighton run has a time limit to complete the run. Does this one have a time limit?
Ken
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2018, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,811
Re: backup camera
My Dad had a 1957 Country Sedan wagon. Before seat belts, my brother and I used to be back there, take naps in the back, and all kinds of stuff. Good memories.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2018, 10:00 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,749
Re: 3-D printed hard-to-find parts
If I'm not mistaken, the shift forks in the transmission are not reproduced. You can still find some good ones - I got some from Bert's. But that might be a possibility for the 3D printing?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2018, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 5,041
Re: Crank start
I have the same setup - Brumfield 5.9. I recently hand cranked mine for the first time and it started right up. The car wasn't even warm from previously running. I have heard it can be difficult to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2018, 06:17 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 888
Re: Assembly of pitman are to drag link
Looking at the assembly instructions on Snyder's web site, it looks like one ball cap goes in, then the pitman arm, then the other ball cap, spring and end plug. Can anyone confirm this please?
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