Tips For Model A's

[JBill]

Originally Posted by msmaron

Learn to diagnose your problems and DONT DIVE BOMB....90% of the time it is NOT THE COIL!!!!

Yes, 90% of the time it's the condensor!

[rusted]

ALWAYS remember to turn on the gas. Then when it still will not start, turn on the ignition!!

[Charlie Stephens]

Remember to read and use the lubrication chart. Don't miss the throttle shaft as it runs behind the engine, the generator and the distributor. Remember that the lube fittings on the rear end are not intended to be filled with a pressure gun until the grease comes out somewhere.

Charlie Stephens

[Purdy Swoft]

When you park the model A don't park with the front end up hill or it will probably leak oil at the rear main.

[31 Model A]

If you're a new to A's, read and re-read all that has been posted and all that will be posted.

[Purdy Swoft]

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When taking off down hill don't linger long between gear shifts or gears will clash. Don't try coasting with the gearshift lever in neutral or you may have to coast to the bottom of the hill and start over .

[Purdy Swoft]

Don't take the mechanics handbook for gospel !!!!!!!

[Tom Wesenberg]

Preventative maintenance beats roadside repairs.

[Gooseloony]

Read closely all of Tom Wesenberg's tips, pointers, advice and suggestions!

[fredski]

Originally Posted by pooch

Do not park too close to Chevs, rust is contagious.

My model a is parked beside ,my 63 corvette should I be worried??

Fredsk

[Purdy Swoft]

If the model A has sit up for a while and won't start, first sand the points gap. Points usually oxidize after sitting for extended periods and the engine won't start .

[Afordman31]

If you have a fuse in the circuit and your Model A won't start don't keep cranking thinking it will start. Check the fuse as it may have blown.

Henry put a oil cup on the distributor to oil the bushings. Once in a while put a drop or two in it to keep the shaft from freezing up. My buddy found out about the oil cup after his gear that drives off the camshaft (the one that drives the distributor and the oil pump) went out. The teeth were paper thin on gear, these wore because the distributor shaft turned to hard from not oiling. Afordman31

[700rpm]

Take pictures before, after, and during disassembly. Even stuff you think you know, because your memory can trick you. Also keep a notebook of what you've done and when you did it, including the mileage, and any little tricks you've learned.

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by 700rpm

Take pictures before, after, and during disassembly. Even stuff you think you know, because your memory can trick you. Also keep a notebook of what you've done and when you did it, including the mileage, and any little tricks you've learned.

X2, and during restoration bag everything and put a note in the bag to ID the part and location where it fits. Store parts in plastic tubs with lids. Mice love cardboard boxes and parts wrapped in newspaper.

[700rpm]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

X2, and during restoration bag everything and put a note in the bag to ID the part and location where it fits. Store parts in plastic tubs with lids. Mice love cardboard boxes and parts wrapped in newspaper.

This is especially important if a significant amount of time passes between disassembly and reassembly, and/or if the car is sold while still disassembled, or if your heirs have to figure what's what in the garage.

[caboose]

Don’t be too embarrassed to ask questions: at this forum, at the part store, at your local club, at the swap meet, . . . .
But, know your limitations; if you really don’t know what you’re supposed to do, or don’t have the proper tools, don’t start the project.What you think will only take 30 minutes; likely will take the whole weekend (or more!).

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by fredski

My model a is parked beside ,my 63 corvette should I be worried??

Fredsk

You only have to worry about who transports your Corvette.

[Marshall57]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

X2, and during restoration bag everything and put a note in the bag to ID the part and location where it fits. Store parts in plastic tubs with lids. Mice love cardboard boxes and parts wrapped in newspaper.

Even when buying new parts (small bolts and rivets etc,) put a note in or on the bag to tell you just what the heck it was to be used for and what it is.
I can't help but take stuff out and handle it and later parts numbers are not enough to remind me.

[Dave N.]

If you are using your Hand crank to rotate the motor to set points or reposition the motor always slide the hand crank out of the crank ratchet nut because you will forget and use the starter to start up the motor and the Hand Crank will damage sheet metal as it spins wildly.

[Sixseven]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

You only have to worry about who transports your Corvette.

It is said in some Ford circles that a corvette makes an ideal platform to keep the Model A tires off the floor so they don't get dirty.