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Contrary to popular belief, the Model A 3 brush generator develops constant current; not constant voltage. The primary control of voltage is the resistance of the entire charging circuit from the generator output, through the battery, to the frame. If you have high voltage at the cutout output...

I plan on running our Model A this winter. Is it necessary/desirable to partially cover the radiator to increase the coolant temperature as the car does not have a thermostat?

Well, I got it out. The piece is p/n A-45986, "T" Rubber Window Glass Anti-rattler and it was as I described. All the 'life' had gone out of it. I used two things to get it out. The first was a penetrating oil from my aircraft days with the improbable name of Mouse Milk. Less viscous than...

Yep! Looks just like mine. Only problem is, the rubber is 85 years old, hard as a rock, and brittle. When I pull, it breaks. It is even difficult to dig out of the two 'groves' that hole each end of the T. I'll post when I find a solution. (Anyone know how to dissolve old rubber?) Peace Don P

Bill I have new rubber T strips but find the old one very difficult to remove. Any suggestions? Thanks Don P

CMR Sales, Charleston, SC, advertises Model A tubular shocks in The Restorer. Has anyone had experience with them?

Just talked to Stripe Machine and they have ordered the materials and are going back into production of their shocks. $1,100 per set of four.

We have a 1930 Model A. I dropped the pan to check bearing clearances and, while I was in there, meticulously cleaned the sludge out of the pan, the valve gallery, and the inside walls of the engine with the hopes of going to a detergent oil to keep it clean. I asked around as to what oil to...

I spoke to Bill Stripes office on 1/20/15 to inquire about shocks. I was told that they are considering making another lot of shocks based on interest. They are taking names of people who are interested and expect to make a decision by the end of February, 2015. I added my name. If...