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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 06:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,545
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Synchronized Transmission

Double Clutch, and take your time, slowly don't be in a hurry!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2022, 06:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,790
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Model A Water Pump Availability

If you still have the old one on the car just change the packing. I Bought a leakless pump when I first got mine, they will leak down the road then u have to buy the kit. So much eaiser to just...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2022, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,555
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Replacement 6V Battery

I Use Rual King batterys in all my 6 volt cars 2 Model "A"s and 39 Chevy. I put maintainers on them in the winter good for 5 years , got up to 6 years on 1 battery., after 5 years I just replace...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-18-2022, 02:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,738
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Door gap leading edge 31 roadster

Post #5.. The door should overlap the rear panel, never seen one fit inside the door jam?? My roadster door overlaps in the rear, also my 30 4doors also over lap!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,269
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Putting on New 30-31 Hub Caps

I Used clear silicon and bent all my tabs, they stay tight.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-01-2022, 11:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,470
Posted By antiquepa
Re: I think it's time to move to an alternator

(post 10) I moved to the alternator on both my A's, that look like a generator and am very happy with them. Bright lights and the horn will blow any time. Around $350.00 each
but well worth it,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-09-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,944
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Dual Sidemounts on a Cabriolet 68B

Got side mounts on my 31 roadster, no problem working on car or entering it, the wind-wings are more of a problem getting in the car..I would'nt change a thing!! I like the look.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-13-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,859
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Consensus of opinion

Installed a Powermaster Alt. on my 30, 31 model 'A's and 39 chevy..Looks like a Generator, but brighter lights and the horn blows with the lights on. More expensive then a generator but well worth...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-13-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,820
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Glass Wind Wings

Glue it, put glue on both sides of rubber between glass, got my car in 2002..still hanging in there..over 50,000 miles..no problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-01-2021, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,420
Posted By antiquepa
Re: My wife and truck's first parade

Nice Truck, Parades are fun was in one myself Monday!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-25-2021, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,721
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Jack under seat

Yes, I do. Just to be on the safe side, don't wait till you need it. Before that time comes you should check to see if the jack will reach the axel before you need it. Found out the hard way, you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-16-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,778
Posted By antiquepa
LED Lights

Any pro's or con's on LED Head Lights. I Know there brighter but do they help you see the road any better.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-31-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 927
Posted By antiquepa
Re: 30-31 roadster seat adjuster

Got a 31 Roadster, never heard of or have an adjustment on mine??
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-04-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,396
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Radius rod rubber ball replacement.

The easy way to install is to just set the solid part of ball onto surface and roll it over the ball, I Put one on my car probably 10 years ago and put grease on mine and it slid right on. All your...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-03-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,763
Posted By antiquepa
Re: A question for old guys

Payers coming your way, in this crazy world we can all use a little help from all, God Bless the both of you and I hope all gets better in the future.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2021, 06:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,001
Posted By antiquepa
Re: posting a pic

Post #18 woffa.express Thanks for the kind words, we were at Henry Ford Geenfield village for the old car fest, years ago. Missed last year because of cov-19. A Great fest. been going for the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2021, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,223
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Replacing king pins

No need to remove the axle!!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-07-2021, 08:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,001
Posted By antiquepa
Re: posting a pic

I Did it, not sure how!!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-07-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,001
Posted By antiquepa
Re: posting a pic

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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-05-2021, 07:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,048
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Where do I go from here??

Nice looking Roadster, It sounds to me like and looks like the car was well taken care of, drive and enjoy and get with other model A ers, and if you have any problems there sure to help, also stay...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-01-2021, 07:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,895
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Are aftermarket hoods any good?

Post #13, Oldbluoval..Don't know whos after-market hood thats on the car, not on my Roadster, its on my 1930 4 door A, AND JUST ONE SIDE KIND OF BUCKLES WHEN YOU OPEN IT.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-01-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,895
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Are aftermarket hoods any good?

I have an after market on my 1930, was on the car when I bought it. One side buckles when I raise it. I would never buy one, but for now i'm stuck with the one I have.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-01-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,902
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Engine heat in cold weather

I Was told by a used car salesmen that if you have a smaller engine in modern car you should always run your fan on low untill the engine gets warm enough. A model A engine will never get as hot as a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,898
Posted By antiquepa
Re: Jumping a 6 volt battery

I jumped my Roadster 6volt, w/12 volt..just don't have any lights on and as soon as it starts...disconect. I connected straight to the battery!! Pos to Pos/ Neg to Neg.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-27-2020, 10:04 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 14,720
Posted By antiquepa
Re: What is a "reasonable" speed in a Model A for one to get "reasonable" engine life

I Bought my roadster in2002, drove it between 40-45 mph, I had 50,000 miles on the engine when it started loss of power on hills, so i put in a rebuilt one in 2018.
not sure of the miles on the car...
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