Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-08-2023, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,144
Re: Toe-End Gauge
A couple years ago I posted a thread about a simple toe-in gauge that I made from PVC. It might help here. In the search function above put in "Simple to make and use Toe-In gauge" It should come...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2023, 01:14 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,895
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2023, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,895
Re: lite switch assembly question
Bob C, What is this part? (arrow in picture) I don't have it in my car. I looked in Mac's catalog and see it there as part #B3569. Is it used in the 2 tooth box only?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2023, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,895
Re: lite switch assembly question
Denis, take a look at this picture. It should answer your question. I don't know that you mean by "steel upper housing and top bakelite". I presume you are talking about a 7 tooth box.
See my...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2023, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,284
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2023, 11:04 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
Re: 7 Tooth Steering Box leak
Well, I finally won this round. I took the bearing and flange assembly (#29) out and disassembled the flange from the rest of it; quite easily I might add since it was so loose. I cleaned it well and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2023, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,593
Re: Voltage regulation with a Zener diode
I figured it wouldn't be as easy as it looked in that diagram. From what pictures I saw of Zener diodes I didn't think they could handle the amperage draw of an automobile. Mention of the motorcycles...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-07-2023, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,593
Voltage regulation with a Zener diode
Let me preface this thread by slaying that I know only enough about electronics to be dangerous. I’m looking for an electrical engineer’s guidance.
I seem to have a lot of directional and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2023, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
Re: 7 Tooth Steering Box leak
Here's an addendum to the leak problem. To verify that it was in fact the bolts leaking, which I found hard to believe due to the amount leaking, I did a little more investigating. I thoroughly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-30-2023, 11:26 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
Re: 7 Tooth Steering Box leak
I used the ones that were listed as "sector shaft bushings". Here's a valuable tip; the oil grooves in the bushings aren't cut all the way to one end, but they do go all the way to the other end. If...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2023, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
Re: 7 Tooth Steering Box leak
A follow up; I think I have found and easy and EFFECTIVE fix for the leak problem. My steering box assembly won't take the tube style nut discussed above so I had to get creative. All I did was put...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-18-2023, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-16-2023, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,191
7 Tooth Steering Box leak
Has anyone figured out how to stop a 7 Tooth steering box leak? I rebuilt my box and can't stop the oil leak. It comes out quickly. One thing I found is that mine does not have the part called...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2022, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,331
Re: Fender removal
Well, that was the right decision. I had the passenger side front fender off in a little over an hour. The rest tomorrow.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2022, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,331
Re: Fender removal
WHN and Old Ugly, your posts are spot-on!! Old Ugly, you could be talking about my car. I've decided to follow the route you guys suggest. I'm going to leave the aprons on as they are not bad at all....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-01-2022, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,331
Re: Fender removal
Thanks to all who responded. EXCELLENT input!
It sounds like getting the front fenders off, and particularly back on, can be quite a chore. I'm not a "purist". This is a great driver, not a...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2022, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,331
Fender removal
I want to remove my fenders and kick panels below the doors for repaint. Can someone please give me a little guidance on how to go about it? It's a 1929 Tudor.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-07-2021, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,427
Re: Starting Troubles
We've probably all used this "fix" at one time or another. Here's an odd twist to it. I've had it happen three times in the last three weeks.
My car usually starts right up with no hesitation...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2020, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
AAOOGAH horn regulator
I only know enough electronics to be dangerous so I'm wondering if we have any electrical technicians who might be able to help with something I've been wondering about.
My horn works perfectly...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2020, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,640
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2020, 08:51 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,159
Re: Coil or condenser over heat
I used to have this problem with my first "A". Like most others, it turned out to be the condenser. I carry a gallon of water with me in case of an over-heat, which I never have, but I found that if...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-14-2020, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,657
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2020, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,958
Re: Float valve leaking
Is it possible that the housing is cracked where the valve screws in? I remember fighting with this leaking issue on my first "A" but I can't remember what finally was the fix.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-12-2020, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 7,889
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-11-2020, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,657
Re: Simple to make and use Toe-In gauge
Yblockhead, you are correct. I misspoke. The car does need to roll forward after you install the gauge. My old mind reverses things occasionally. As I said, you have to think about what you are...
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