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    Installing new hubs/studs/drums

    Hi Is there a process to press in new studs into new hubs and install new drums on a 1930 coupe? Heard it takes a lot of tonnage to press in and swedging of the drums?? Any info would be appreciated. Gary
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    1930 Model A Tool box

    Hi I'm trying to find the sloped tool box that mounted in below radiator grill for a 1930 coupe. They were discontinued couple years ago. Only square box available now. Any one have one for sale or know where to buy? Thanks Gary
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    Fuel shut off

    My fuel tank has no rust shiny clean and has screen on shutoff but after several month it starts to leak past . I've replaced at least 3. Buy from Snyder's and other vendors as well. Same valve. Is it the Ethenol in fuel?? Anyone else have this problem?
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    Castor angle

    Does anyone have a formula for castor measurements . Les Andrews book says at 11in difference of 1in is . 09 or 5.1deg. Mine is at 12in and a difference if 1.5 in or 0.125 I'm thinking around 7degrees??
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    steering stabilizer

    Hi.For the ones that are using or have used the steering stabilizer on their Model A. which is the better of the 2. Mikes or Snyders? I prefer steel brackets over aluminum and not being seen.All components checked and tight with 5 deg. positive camber as well. a little loose on steering box...
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    Front end shimmy

    On my 1929 Leather back. My wish bone was broken at ball cap assy. Ball end was not worn but bought rubber style kit. Now I have shimmy at low speeds if there are any bumps in road. All components were replaced, all tight . Checked axle angle ok. Are there shims for caster and is it better to...
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    Magometer

    I installed a Magometer on my 1915. Idles at 15 volts a/c goes to 28 volts at 3/4 throttle. When I turn on lights it drops to 6volt at idle and 15 at 3/4 throttle. Does this sound ok? Was concerned about voltage drop,
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    Babbiting contacts

    Anybody know who does rebabbitng in Bay Area of California?
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    Wishbone ball

    My wishbone came loose on my 29 causing a shimmy. Found that one of the nuts had cracked. When taking apart it had the rubber ball cap assy that was worn out. Also the felt pad was up inside. I ordered new assy from snyders with the felt. What is proper way to install rubber on ball and how is...
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    Heater to firewall

    I have a 29 leatherback with an Autolite heater. What was used between inlet and manifold to seal?
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    Heater to firewall

    I have a 29 leatherback with an Autolite heater. What was used between inlet and manifold to seal?
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    Valve Adjustment

    I installed new valves and ran adjusters all the way down. I have at least .050 clearance except 2 valves that I had to grind stems.Adjusted all to .015. Couple valves only have max .025 left on adjusters before they bottom out.Should I grind those stems to allow more adjust room or am I ok?
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    Picture

    How do you add picture to your profile?
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    2 Blade Fan

    Im changing from a 4 blade to a 2 blade after doing valve job. I bought the fan from Snyders. Has anybody bought one from them? Mine came with what looks like a crack and casting flaw that is powder coated over. Is this normal for a recasting assy.
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    Valves

    I'm replacing my valves and need to grind the seats. 45 degree is the angle but what is the procedure angles to narrow the seats before lapping? Do I have to install the split guides in to use arbor? Any help would be helpfull.
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    Fan

    I determined that I have a blown head gasket between 2 and 3 cylinders.I have a four blade fan and going to install the thrust collar in front to eliminate end play. Was debating going back to 2 blade fan making it easier to removed waterpump in future.Never had cooling issues. Actually runs...
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    Cylinder Head

    On my 29 I always had a problem getting a good idle. Car runs fine under load and never overheats. Thought I would check to get it right.Checked vacuum and had alot of fluctuations. Checked valve adjustment and compression check.1and4 @74# 2and3@50#. Did percent leakage test and 1 and @20...
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    Pistons

    I want to freshen up my 15 engine. Has anyone used the higher compression pistons and will it add some torque without over stressing rest of engine
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    Timers

    My 15 touring came with a New Day timer.Found a broken spring on brush causing it to missfire. Repaired with a ball point pen spring and has been working fine. In replacing unit is a New Day a good unit or is there a better unit that is reliable. I want to carry spare assy.
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    Radiator Hoses

    What is correct color of hose for early 29 leaving factory? Red or black with red stripe?
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