Recent content by aviator37

My various charts show ISO 1000 to be in the SAE 250 range.

I'm thinking the ISO needs to be 1000 to 1500. 680 does not seem thick enough.

I am also experimenting with Mullen Circle Brand #2312. Here is a spec sheet. This product is SUS 6000. The next step up from this "semi fluid". http://www.mullenoil.com/images/Lit-Ind-Gear-Worm.pdf

Note that I used the SPO299 which is the SAE 250. The SPO299 is SUS 5050.

Here is a picture and spec sheet for lubriplate SPO299. After wayyyyyy overthinking this, I finally found what I think I like. My bench testing indicates SAE 240 and acts just like what I took out of my transmission. I even tasted it to make sure it was not molasses. Let me know what you...

I noticed that the engine in my KIA Soul is is almost exactly the same physical size as my model a engine......just thinking out loud

My vacuum wiper motor is missing parts. I would like to restore it but having trouble finding literature on the unit. For example, I seem to be missing the on/off switch. Does anyone have a drawing and parts list for this unit? Thanks for your help. Regards

ammeter moves to center when shut off. Meter seems to be OK. I will try to make an accurate measurement with an external meter.

Yes it pegs positive. I don't get warm fuzzys about the accuracy of this meter. I may try to measure it with my Fluke before adjusting. Do you have experience with a current measurement like that?

Any thoughts on this? Ammeter pegs all the way even when battery is fully charged. All original set up, 6 volts, original type generator.

Hello MikeK It says McK right where you said it would be. Now I will look for another one. Thanks for your help! Regards

Howdy MikeK. One of my lenses appears to be an original...or a very good reproduction. Mine says "twolite headlamp" across the bottom under the Ford logo. My logo seems solid and the "o" is an "o". Should I order a reproduction or is new/old stock still available? Perhaps you have one...

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=4426&pictureid=37727 Here is my other one. This one says FORD on it.

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=4426&pictureid=37728 Here is one of the lights

Howdy, My 1931 model a has two different glass styles in it's headlights. Can someone post a picture of what is correct for 1931? Thanks