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    Express Bed tailgate different than wide bed '31?

    This should answer all of your questions about the Express tailgate: http://aafords.com/open-bodies/express-bodies/89-a-express/89-express-details/
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    Facebook for Model AA Ford Truck Lovers

    It's been a while since we updated those of you who don't belong to the Model AA Ford Truck Lovers group on Facebook. Currently we have 2,300 members and over 5,000 photos of AA's posted. You don't have to own a Model AA Ford - just like them. We frequently list AA's for sale so you get access...
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    December, 1927 Introduction Mystery

    Frank got it right - it's the Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington. Here's a Google streetview of what it looks like today. The Model A was removed from the ballroom through the 2nd floor window just to the right of the tree. You can clearly see the ram's head gargoyles above the windows...
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    Cowl Band removal

    There is no need to pull a panel - the nut holding the cowl band is under the hood; it's not in a very accessible location but feel inside the cowl just beside the clutch pedal and you'll find it.
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    Went to an estate sale...

    The jack appears to be a 1928 - August 1931 AA jack. http://www.mafca.com/tqa_jacks_aa.html Here is a photo of the handles used on this jack: http://www.mafca.com/tools/AA17081_handles.jpg
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    Warford Overdrive Questions

    The worm drive rear axle was available with either a low speed with a 7:25 to 1 ratio or a high speed with a 5:17 to 1 ratio.
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    Warford Overdrive Questions

    Warford overdrives actually were introduced in 1923 and used on TT's; patented in 1926. I have several AA's with Dual High auxiliary transmissions however they are considered underdrives to produce more pulling power and lower speed; the whole point of installing an overdrive is to increase...
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    Warford Overdrive Questions

    Is anyone running a Warford Overdrive in their Model AA truck? I just bought one and want to install it in my '28 AA Express. Can you give me a short tutorial on how to shift them and does this mean the truck will now have 9 forward speeds instead of the original 3? Also how much will it...
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    Final group 1928-1931 Original Truck License Plates - Several States

    '28 Oklahoma and '28 Pennsylvania sold, others still available.
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    Connecticut 1928 License Plates

    '31 Connecticut plates are supposed to be white letters / numerals with a dark red background. http://www.worldlicenceplates.com/jpglps/US_CTXX_GI2.jpg
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    Connecticut 1928 License Plates

    '28 Connecticut plates are supposed to be white letters/numerals on a dark blue background. http://www.worldlicenceplates.com/jpglps/US_CTXX_GI1.jpg
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    Original Schrader Valve Stems wanted

    Still looking.
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