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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2024, 12:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 694
Re: Which Headers

1. The cast iron "header" is attractive and popular. It isn't the most efficient for making more power but better than the stock manifold

2. Charlie Yapp's cast headers are attractive but the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2024, 11:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 402
Re: Crank bearing plate

You would probably have better luck putting new dimples in the plate under the springs. Use a flat washer up from the bottom NOT the one one intended for the 28. Ford changed to the flat washer...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,457
Re: Latest Restorer Magazine.

Received my MARC, Model A News today but not my MAFCA , Restorer.

It's probably because I live 7 miles from MAFCA, headquarters

Richard
Anaheim CA
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-18-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,035
Re: Tea cup tail light on drum mount

The "tuna can" tail lights aren't that hard to find and parts suppliers sell reproduction
Richard
Anaheim CA
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-30-2023, 12:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,277
Re: 6 blade fan

Snyders sells a nice plastic shroud that fits well and looks nice for $99.
I run them on all my A's with two blade fans, no engine pans. Do they work?
Maybe. They look good and certainly don't...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-23-2023, 11:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,063
Re: engine vibration

Before tearing into the engine, I would make sure the front motor mount is installed correctly and the nut on the bottom tightened only enough to insert cotter pin. The front of the engine should ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-07-2023, 12:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,144
Re: How the Model A got its Name

Henry made at least 3 attempts to form his company.
In 1904, I believe it was, he had a new Model A designed and again the investors revolted and separated from his company. Part of the deal was ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-29-2023, 11:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,748
Re: Installing metal valve stems

I have installed several sets and do not use tools to insert the stems.

I dip the stems in soapy water and just push them into the tube with my thumbs, edgewise of course. I haven't used any...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-26-2023, 04:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,275
Re: Woven vs molded linings for cast iron drums

In late 1931, ford introduced cast iron drums for front wheels only. I have never heard any comments on them recommending anything other than regular woven linings
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-12-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,087
Re: Ripoff scam

UPDATE
AT LEAST 5 of us on Fordbarn have been scammed by these people, maybe more.
Various aliases (Fordbarn) JEWOTE6486. (internet) [email protected].

My cashier check for $450 was deposited...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-10-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,087
Re: Ripoff scam

YBLOCK SENT ME THIS AND GUESS WHAT SAME FORDBARN MEMBER THAT JWOT6486 RECOMMENDED, OR IS THIS THEFT WAS DOING IT IN 2022 USING SIMILAR EMAIL NUMBER.


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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-10-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,087
Angry Ripoff scam

We’re seeing lately on Ford barn that our familiar friendly and trusty friends have been infiltrated with liars, thieves and scammers.
1. June 12, I posted a wanted ad for Brumfield 7:1 head....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-09-2023, 11:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,113
Re: Manifold gasket hole size

The manifold droops, NOT the block
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-22-2023, 04:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,233
Re: Trailering Model A

Truly self serving
and I believe discouraged advertising on this site.
Forum: Model-A 06-17-2023, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 507
Forum: Model-A 06-14-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 774
Re: Rebuilt long block engine

Sorry !!!
Posted in wrong category

look in for sale model a
Forum: Model-A 06-14-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 507
Long block model a engine

Rebuilt long block Model A engine. $3000.
Come take a look at it before I button it up.

This is a complete fresh rebuild with new babbit in both rods and main bearings
I built it for myself...
Forum: Model-A 06-13-2023, 12:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 774
Rebuilt long block engine

Rebuilt long block Model A engine. $3000.
Come take a look at it before I button it up.

This is a complete fresh rebuild with new babbit in both...
Forum: Model-A 06-13-2023, 12:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 323
Wanted brumfield head

WANTED
A Brumfield Head that he made to order in the range of 7.0/1 and 7.8/1
Will consider other cast iron brand in that compression range.

Richard
Anaheim CA
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-08-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,316
Re: Carburetor Flow Rating

I wouldn't attempt to contribute to this technical discussion but Henry Ford essentially "guaranteed" that every Model A Ford would attain a top speed to 65 mph.

None of these results would seem...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,296
Re: Gunk in gas tank

Richard,

I assume that the E85 gas dissolved the residue from the old gas that was left in the tank; however, that wouldn’t take care of any rust in the tank. I suppose you could also use 5...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-05-2023, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,296
Re: Gunk in gas tank

Gordon,
I have cleaned tanks in the car using carburetor cleaner and also phosphoric acid referred to as "metal prep" or generic, and much cheaper,"Driveway cleaner". It is a bit costly because you ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2023, 12:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,133
Re: Cross Country in a Model A

Been there. Done that. With Anaheim CA as our base, my wonderful wife of 63 years Jeanne, and I started out with trips to regional meets and "short trips" to Arizona, Nevada and Utah. A national meet...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-15-2023, 11:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,756
Re: Oil Filler Tube

I agree with Chicago Bob. Put some more miles on it. Vary the speed and load the rings both under load and against compression.

Don't ever put anything inside your filler pipe. It will build up...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,584
Re: oil question

I like Castrpl 20/50. It goes on sale at Wall Mart regularly but I have used them all including Mobile I. I run an oil filter and change oil at 3000 miles.

If you only drive your Model A only a...
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