Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-26-2023, 08:25 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-21-2022, 02:41 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-18-2022, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 17
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Glass dealer in the NJ/PA/Downstate NY Area
Hi all,
The restoration of my Business Coupe continues and it's time for glass. After reaching out to Bratton's today, I learned that most (all?) of the parts dealers don't carry glass any...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2020, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,222
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-25-2020, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,222
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2020, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,595
Re: Different front spindles?
Pictures added. First two are of the spindle in question without the dust ring and inner bearing. Third one has the ring and bearing in place to show the gap between the side of the spindle and the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2020, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,595
Re: Different front spindles?
Thanks! I was thinking the same but all good with the seal. Seems to be ok which is why I’m wondering about the spindle itself.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2020, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 11
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-25-2020, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,595
Different front spindles?
Hi folks,
Looking for your insight. I'm restoring an old 1929 Business Coupe and I took it for a test drive this week. The front passenger side wheel has a slight wobble. After a lot of...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2017, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-24-2017, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,237
Sector Shaft Bushings don't match
Hi folks,
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope all had a great holiday.
I've started a rebuild of the 7-tooth steering column on my 1929 and the rebuild kit came with two sector shaft bushings that look...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2017, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,316
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-15-2017, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,316
Original headlights?
Hi again all,
Thanks for your continued help. My restoration on a '29 54-A continues, and it's running!
I took a look at the old headlights today and they don't seem right. They seem "deeper"...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2017, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,618
Re: Starter hang up with modern bendix?
Hi folks,
Thanks for your help. Jumper cables didn't work, but running the negative and positive leads directly to the starter worked! Thanks very much for your help.
Pat
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2017, 08:46 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,618
Re: Starter hang up with modern bendix?
Thanks Marshall. I checked and the bevel is facing the back. Wondering if the starter itself isn't strong enough to turn the engine.
Anyone have a good way to check the torque generated by the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2017, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,618
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2017, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,634
Re: Mechanic in central NJ?
Hi Ralph,
Mitch's user id is Mitch//pa. He's been great helping me when I get stuck. His shop is outside of Philadelphia.
Pat
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-04-2017, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,618
Starter hang up with modern bendix?
Hi all,
My restoration was coming along well until I tried to crank the new engine for the first time today. I've upgraded to a 12v system and put in the modern Bendix drive on the existing...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 11
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2017, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,819
Mystery Water Pump?
Hi folks,
I'm in the process of a frame-up restoration of a 1929 couple and I started on the water pump today. To my surprise, I found a housing I'm not familiar with that looks thinner and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-19-2017, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,947
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2017, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,947
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2017, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,947
Replacing Ujoint - rubbing?
Hi all,
I'm in the process of replacing my old ujoint with a new one. New ujoint with original inner cap and outer housing. The new ujoint is rubbing against the inner cap. I've checked to ensure...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2017, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 12
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Re: Replacement shifting forks?
Thanks all. I've tried each of the suppliers listed and nobody has new forks in stock. I'll likely try Mantiques Resto and report back. Thanks again!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2017, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Re: Replacement shifting forks?
Hi folks,
I had ordered the Brattons part and got a call saying they were out of stock and didn't know when they'd be getting more. Mac's and Snyder's said same when I called, which is when I...
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