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The key works perfectly---and first try Stopped at Ace this morning and got a couple of B1 blanks. I decided to do layout (sharpie for layout dye) and hand file; then carefully filed each cut to within .001 to .0015 of finished depth. Key turned on first try; did a little touch up to...

Thanks for all the information. I had saved Dick Crabtree's contact data from the earlier search. The A & L source is good to know also 1930 Coupe: Excellent info. I did not know a code sheet to go to; or depth and spacing keys. With your data and sketch, I can cut a key. I will...

Today's project was a popout ignition to install in a 1930 Pickup as a replacement for current ignition. The problems: Ignition was pushed in, locked, and no key. Lock was easy to pick; and I was able to get the number A1308 for a key. Any source for a A1308 key? Does anyone know what key...

I tried this approach with a model T build years ago; it turned into a money pit quickly. When I had a running chassis; it sold There is a '30 tudor body --no motor or transmission--on the bay currently in KY; bid is still low. Number is # 51572513668

I have a couple rdered; not received yet. I was told mid to late October when I ordered.

With three British projects--'57 MGA, '62 MGB, and '74 TR6, I have often had choice words for Prince of Darkness system.

There is some help in Les Andrews' book vol 2 starting at page 3-83 to 3-110 for '30-'31 Coupe. Seems complete and detailed. I followed the section recently for the top wood for '28 CCPU. Bought the front header and used the other parts for patterns as needed. Biggest help to me for...

What are the ID, OD, and length of bearing needed? Find a bearing with correct ID, the others are easily adjusted to fit. McMaster-Carr has Oilite bearings and may have a bearing or stock for one; Oilite is also listed as SAE841 Not good to know the bearing is not available. Summer project...

As for Diamond information, follow the link posted in reply #3 and scroll to the bottom; there is a link to the Diamond engine information. Along with the diamond marking, they usually have the casting date on the block. You may have a B engine. I was given an A engine recently that turned...

Happy Birthday; that is certainly a nice birthday present. There is a Model A club in Fort Smith and one in Little Rock; check the chapter listing at mafca.com for contact information. Someone should know of any local builders If you attend the car show and swap meet at Petit Jean next...

If I had to pick one day, I would say Friday. Many of the smaller vendors arrive later in the week. The car show is Saturday. If you come, stop by space B4 and B5 in swap meet area; I usually go on Wednesday afternoon http://www.museumofautos.com/june.php