Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-20-2024, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 494
Re: front brake won't retract enough
X 3 on the adjuster shafts. The reproductions I bought where not shaped properly and didn’t allow any up and down movement of the brake shoes to center them in the drums. Compare the originals with...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2022, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,124
Re: Yellow antifreeze
Hi Bill, I just bought a case of it for my Model A, Model T and Mustang. It’s Zerex and it’s definitely green.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2022, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,032
Re: tank and fender weltting
About 4 years ago, on a road trip to Wisconsin, I stopped by the late Roy Nacewics’s place in Michigan to pick up some quality hardware. He was out of tank welting and he graciously took the time to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-02-2022, 09:43 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,124
Re: Yellow antifreeze
Use only green ethylene glycol (IAT - Inorganic Additive Technology) antifreeze in your Model A, such as Zerex original green. The use of most modern (OAT - Organic Additive Technology) “extended...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
Re: toe in tool
A lot of Model A wheels have some degree of runout, but are still very useable. Some of the plates in the links above have adjustable contact points to measure at the rim, although the plate pictured...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-13-2022, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
Re: toe in tool
With toe plates, you are using two separate measuring points, front and rear , while stationary. The accuracy of the toe measurement is wholly dependent on the condition of the wheels/tires. Any...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-11-2022, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
Re: toe in tool
Here’s a link to an original copy of paperwork for a Duby toe-in gauge. It specifically states that wheel runout does not effect the accuracy of the gauge and explains why. The key point being ONE...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-08-2022, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
Re: toe in tool
Chuck’s method using two pins does indeed eliminate the effects of wheel/tire runout on toe measurement. That’s because like a Duby or “spring gauge” it uses a single measuring set-point at both...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-06-2022, 11:51 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,554
Re: toe in tool
Actually, the opposite is true. With a spring gauge or “Duby” toe-in gauge, a bent wheel or one with run-out is not a factor when measuring for proper toe-in specification. When it’s set up in front...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-30-2022, 05:21 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,868
Re: Seat belts is a 1930 Coupe
I should also mention that my seatbelts are mounted further back than usual. I modified the package shelf and moved the seat tracks rearward 4 1/2”. I’m 6’ 3” and now have a decent amount of legroom....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-29-2022, 10:44 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,868
Re: Seat belts is a 1930 Coupe
During my installation, I mounted the center seatbelts of my ‘30 coupe with a bracket I fabricated from 3” wide X 3/16 steel with 1”X 3/16” stiffeners. The outer belts were mounted with nut plates...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2022, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Re: Westchester County NY Model As?
Seth, I’m sure there are members relatively close to you. We have meetings on the first Wednesday evening of every month in Katonah, N.Y. I’ll see about having our membership officer get in touch...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-15-2022, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Re: Westchester County NY Model As?
Hey Seth, Saw your post just now. The Westchester Ford Model A Club is going to be at Muscoot Farm in Katonah N.Y., 10:30 am- 3:00 pm this coming Sunday, June 19th. You’re only about 30 miles away,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 8,552
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 8,552
Re: Oil Filters
I have the same one as yours Y-Blockhead. Raw aluminum painted to match the engine. It looks like that’s the one they’re currently selling.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 8,552
Re: Oil Filters
I bought mine at Speedwaymotors.com
Part# M-6880-A50 90 degree oil filter adapter. Their website currently lists it at $89.99. I believe that’s what I paid a few years ago.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
12-07-2021, 12:37 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 8,552
Re: Oil Filters
I’ve been using a Motorcraft FL-1A filter since I installed a Mike’s Affordable full flow oil filter setup on my A. The stock Model A engine has low oil pressure only because it has no restrictions...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-06-2021, 11:20 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 805
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-22-2021, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 956
Re: Rubber U Joint seal
Century-Hotrod on EBay is where I purchased mine. I’ve gone about 100 miles since installing the kit. So far it hasn’t leaked a drop, and I’m using John Deere Cornhead grease for the universal joint.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2020, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,789
A&L Parts Specialties
Does anyone know if A&L Parts Specialties is in operation at this time? I’ve tried contacting them, and there’s no one answering the phone. I’m about 50 miles from them, and though it’s a nice ride,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-06-2019, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,770
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-16-2018, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,897
Re: Model A Day at the Gilmore...Thanks Tim.
My wife and I weÂ’re traveling from Connecticut yesterday, so we missed Model A Day, but today we spent the entire day at the Gilmore Museum and it more than exceeded my expectations. The Model A...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-12-2018, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 17,869
Re: Model T & A Era Only Car show & swap Meet
Considering the weather, there was a pretty good turnout at the Beardsley Cider Mill today. My wife and I arrived at 9:00 and the rain held out till about 10:30 or so. A decent number of Model A's...
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