Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-06-2019, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,434
Re: New block interest.
Will the blocks be stamped with an engine number or is there a blank area where this can be done? Would there be an extra charge to do this to the customer's spec before the block gets shipped so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2019, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,455
Best Source for Goodyear WW 475/19 Tires
I need to purchase a set of Goodyear WW 475/19 diamond thread tires including two for front fender-wells. Should I order them from Universal Vintage Tire or Kelsey Tire? Is Bratton's still the best...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-24-2017, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,097
Residual Water in Block After Draining
If I disconnect all radiator hoses/pipe from the engine and allow all the coolant to drain out normally, how much if any water will still be in the engine head or block and would this amount be...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-24-2017, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 13,558
Re: Rear Axle Keys
I'm not sure if this question ever got answered. Are there any clear pictures or documentation showing how the keys are installed? Does the taper point towards the axle end or towards the brake...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2017, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,069
Wood Body Blocks, any difference between vendors
Has anyone ever noticed if there was any difference in quality, craftsmanship, precision, etc. of the wood body blocks sold by the Model A vendors? Is it worth it to pay a little extra for the blocks...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2017, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,269
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-14-2017, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,269
Re: Need wheel bolt swaged into rear hub
A's & More was a good suggestion but unfortunately they are in the process of replacing their hydraulic press they use for this type of operation so they would not be able to do it soon enough. Randy...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-12-2017, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,269
Need wheel bolt swaged into rear hub
I have a relatively new cast iron rear brake drum and attached hub that has a single wheel bolt that I can feel (by hand) is loose, but does not turn (yet). Who in the southern New England...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2017, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 9,387
Re: Thermostats
Isaiah, I was wondering if you went ahead and installed this housing and if so what your experience has been. If anyone else is using this type of thermostat housing I would interested in your...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2017, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,384
Re: Stone Guard Side Brackets - Correct Height?
I thought the radiator shell in my car was an original U.S. version but I can't be certain of this. If the Canadian shells had conduit holes that were about 1" to 1 1/4" lower then the U.S. version...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-21-2017, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,384
Re: Stone Guard Side Brackets - Correct Height?
Thanks Bob. I took a look at post #4 and my SG is definitely not 30 1/2" long as shown in Mac's catalog, it is closer to 30 3/4" which would correspond to the 1930 SG. The vendor did sent me a 1930...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2017, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 79
Views: 18,516
Re: Spicey Car Photos
With 2144 views in just a couple of days I would say that there is definite interest in this topic. :)
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-20-2017, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,384
Re: Stone Guard Side Brackets - Correct Height?
The bottom hole lines up almost exactly but the oval opening at the top of the stone guard is about a 1/4" too high relative to the Ford emblem, but I could probably move the Ford emblem up to match,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2017, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,384
Stone Guard Side Brackets - Correct Height?
I purchased a new stone guard for my 1931 and the side brackets are at least 1" higher then the headlight conduit grommets, shouldn't they be even with the grommets? Has anyone else run into this...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-15-2017, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,720
Re: E vapo rust
Are you referring to the following? Looks interesting.
Thermocure by Evapo-Rust Cooling System Rust Remover and Flush
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-12-2017, 04:30 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,853
Is this Wheel/Lug Nut Safe to use?
In the MARC "Technically Speaking" Volume 10 pg. 18 it describes a problem caused by some reproduction lug nuts that do not have the 3/32" thread relief at the base of the lug nut as required in the...
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
08-12-2017, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,996
Re: Search for multiple words
Is there a FAQ for how to use the search function? I would also like to know how to search for multiple words.
Thanks
Dave
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-11-2017, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,170
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2017, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,170
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-09-2017, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,170
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-04-2017, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,398
Re: Side Mount Spare Bracket - Orientation
Actually that helps a lot! Thanks Charles for posting this. And, yup, mine were installed upside down. I will still probably have to deflate the tire to get it in and out but it will be nice to know...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-03-2017, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,398
Side Mount Spare Bracket - Orientation
Searching through this section of the forums there are many posts over the last several years discussing how difficult it can be to remove or install a spare tire in a side fender mount situation so...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-16-2017, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,648
Rust developing around spoke welds
How much of an issue is it for a small amount of rust to be developing around the point where some of the spokes are welded to the inner hub and also the outer rim of a powder coated 1930-31 original...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-07-2017, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,629
Re: grease
Tom,
Do you use the Mystik JT-6 #1 or #2 grease? This looks like a very good grease and I like the idea that it can be used for most everything that needs grease.
Thanks
Dave
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-26-2017, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,471
Re: Transport
I just got a quote to transport a 1931 Ford Model A 4-dr Phaeton from central FL to CT and Passport Transport was approximately $1300 and Reliable was approximately $1800. I'm not sure why the...
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