Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2023, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 30
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-31-2023, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 30
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Re: "New" option for turn signals
Specs per Amazon:
Specification (Turn Signal Light)
Light source: COB LED
Size: 49*65*26mm
Waterproof: IP65
Working hours: 4 hours continuous flashing, 70 days stand by.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2023, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,743
Re: "New" option for turn signals
Go to Amazon and search for:
Antfire Bike Tail Light with Turn Signals, USB Rechargeable Bright LED Safety Warning Bike Rear Lights, Wireless Remote Control Waterproof Bike Turn Signal LED Light...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-30-2023, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,743
"New" option for turn signals
I have never installed electronic turn signals on my Model A. For the last 48 years of ownership, I have just waved my arm out the window to my bewildered fellow motorists signaling my turns,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-26-2020, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,095
Re: Top Prop Lock Washer
I have a '31 Cabriolet and was never sure how to properly install those lock washers. They just didn't make any sense to me how they would lock the nut---when the tab is folded unto the nut both the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2020, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,299
Re: Tractor Supply Coil
Exactly right Purdy! :D
While you're at it get yourself some W-18 plugs, open up the gap some, use the "B" distributor cam for more dwell and the flamethrower 40KV coil for some added spark,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2020, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,165
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-25-2020, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,165
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-24-2020, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,165
Re: '31 Cabriolet door garnish question
Don't know if the Canadian cabbies were different, but here's a couple of pictures that I got from Norm L. for a 68B, USA version.
My '31 68B cabbie has those garnish pieces faux wood painted the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-10-2020, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,517
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2020, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Re: Late 1931 Ford A Model Coupe Dash
When I ordered a dash lamp assembly for my early 1931 68B Cabriolet there were two styles available, and of course, I ordered the wrong one! Rather than return it I simply shortened the bracket to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-11-2020, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,293
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2020, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,293
Re: Lighting for speedometer and gas gauge
No bad ground or bad connection---the incandescent 12V bulb that I originally had in there burned bright and HOT (for the last 40 years).
12V LED bulb now burns bright and COOL! :cool:
24V...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-08-2020, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,293
Re: Lighting for speedometer and gas gauge
I am running 12V and I tried the 24V bulb you suggested some time ago. Total waste of time as that bulb barely made the filament even glow!
Instead, I replaced it with a 12V LED bulb...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2020, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,070
Re: Reducing Fumes and Noise
Anybody know of a Fumaze type setup made for a Model B? As you may know, the Model B oil fill tube is much larger in diameter than the Model A.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-06-2020, 05:01 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,364
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-19-2019, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,412
Torque on a vintage Cragar OHV head
Any suggestions for torque on an original cast iron Cragar OHV head that has been in place on a B block for over 50 years and never been torqued???
There is a little seepage through the head...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-23-2019, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,015
Re: 12 VDC Wiring
Hey Purdy, which modern starter drive do you run/suggest? I'm running 12V on an original 6V starter and my bendix jingles a bit occasionally :rolleyes:.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-22-2019, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 12,565
Re: Model A Brake Lights
For years (40+) I ran an original single tail light with original lens (yellow on top). I run a 12 volt system.
Last year, I decided to get the reproduction red lens with STOP etched into the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-25-2019, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,457
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-24-2019, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,457
Re: Problem with alternator
Well, problem solved, for now....:o
Swapped back to the old alternator. Negligible discharge at idle and charges good and tapers off, so no problem with the regulator. Maybe the squeaking...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-22-2019, 04:53 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,457
Problem with alternator
I replaced my Delco 10-DN alternator with a remanufactured one recently since the bearing was shot and making a lot of noise. I have an old mechanical Delco voltage regulator on the firewall. 12V...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-31-2019, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,926
Re: instrument panel lighjt
CarlG--if you're running 12V this is the ticket ($6.95):
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/tail-brake-turn/67-led-bulb-12-led-tower-ba15s-retrofit/3698/8009/
I have one in my dash...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-26-2019, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,749
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-22-2019, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,573
Re: Cabriolet trim piece
Is this what you need? Or the metal piece that goes on top of this?
https://modelastore.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=5064
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