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What are the widths where you mount the grill to a 1929 model a radiator? I don't have one to measure. Couldn't get a straight answer on the web.

Anyone have a Ne-Rex ignition system they dont want for sale. They dont make them anymore. Good system. I had one in the past. Thanks, Marty

I got them installed. Seem to work well. Thanks for your help.

I've installed Ted's before. Do these other ones just float with no anchoring? Thats how they looked when I removed them. Anyone have some instructions for them? Thanks for all the help and answers.

That's it. I had trouble downloading a photo.

Hello, I'm working on a 1930s model A chassis and found the front brakes have a modification. I think the brand name is "Sure-Stop" front brake equalizers. This car wasn't repaired very well and I am fixing it. Can anyone show me some photos of it installed or tell me more about them? I...

Dont have much luck on these forums, but here we go. Looking for a Rayday or Weiand high compression head for the Model A Ford. If you have something else, drop me a line. Thanks

Hello, As I learn more, I want to do more. A friend of my Father had a four Banger (original engine) Model A Sedan back in the 50s and 60s. Dad said that thing was fast! He would "pop wheelies" with it and scare the heck out his friends and my father (he always laughs when he tells me). He...

I found a great post by Larry Brumfield in 2010. It answered my question.

I am running W16Y Champion Sparkplugs in my car right now. I was reading Jim's "My Four Banger and Me" book (Good book by the way and very informative). He recommends a cooler plug for a High compression head. What would be one step down from W16Y? I found some W14 Champions. Would those work...

I have what I need.

If anyone is interested, I found them on Amazon for $6.29 each with free shipping. As always, most of the local auto stores didn't have them.

Good information. Thanks for the reply.

Hello, I am using Champion W16Y spark plugs on my model A. I want to use a hotter plug. Looking at a bunch of charts on line and not getting much help. What would be the next step up? Thanks, Marty

Here's another question. Do you need to put more oil in since the V8 oil pump has a higher output. Is there a chance more is going out then what can return?