Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-28-2024, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 988
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-27-2024, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 988
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-18-2024, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,047
Re: Deep knocking sound
Have heard of the generator hitting the side of the block. Engine was torn down twice before it was discovered. Best try to isolate the area before major teardown.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-06-2024, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 576
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-31-2024, 10:09 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,778
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-27-2024, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 11,176
Re: Misfire mystery
Set timing using Les Andrews red book. Had a problem like you said, turned out that the NU REX wrench was off by a few degrees retard. When set with test light everything turned out OK. I think it...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-23-2024, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,384
Re: Electric wiper motor mount
Have one rotorwrench described from Snyders on my 30 coupe. Looks good and window opens, even though I dont drive in the rain on purpose. Meets state standards.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-25-2023, 05:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,332
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-24-2023, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,358
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-09-2023, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 982
Re: Adjusting Accelerator Assembly
Bends very easily without heat, you won't break it. Had to bend mine to get full throttle after I changed from a Zenith carburetor to a Tillyl. Have someone step on accelerator in car as you make...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2023, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,317
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-20-2023, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 760
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2023, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,071
Re: Tilotson carb question
Marshall, you are correct it takes a person in the drivers seat to push on the accelerator to check for full throttle.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-30-2023, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,071
Re: Tilotson carb question
Marshall, you are the man or woman, I have about 5000 miles on my A I put together from buckets of parts. It runs great and I am proud of her. Had a Zenith and a friend of mine gave me a Tillotson...
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
09-09-2023, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 561
Headlights
I got a set of focused headlights and adjusted them according to shop manual.
They work very well and I am pleased with the purchase.
My question is the headlights are now pointing slightly inward...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-03-2023, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 621
Re: retard lever problem
Had the same problem, try what nkminor suggested, when I used the nurex tool I had the same problem. not to say it was the tools fault, using the book method worked great, a little more trouble, but...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2023, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,176
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-01-2023, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 547
Re: Rumble Seat Solution?
I am 73 and found that zip ties work the best for me. If I had a young person available I would put the screws in. Zip ties work well and can be easily removed if you find a youngun to put the screws...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2023, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,295
Re: Thermostat
When I move out of Northeast Texas I may consider a thermostat. Tried one and it gave me more problems than it was worth.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2023, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,443
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2023, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Re: Water level
Radiator has baffle, I can look at a angle with a flashlight and see the tops of the tubes. I just fill it back up to cover the tubes. Have roofing nail in overflow tube and tube has been bent back...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-22-2023, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Water level
Maybe I am just paranoid. I drive my car almost daily. I put my coupe together myself and it has a good radiator and clean block. It has a 165 degree thermostat and a temperature gauge in the car....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2023, 10:06 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 874
Brakes
Have 4000 miles on my coupe with no brake adjustment since everything rebuilt by me. Originally had 3/4 pedal travel, now have about one half pedal. Stops good and straight, cast iron drums, no...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-10-2023, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,473
Re: Value of Pair of 1927 Texas License Plates
Had my 30 coupe with YOM plates registered in Texas a couple of years ago. They gave me a small sticker and holder to put behind the plate that said it expired in 5 years. Plate for sticker was...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2023, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 895
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