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Can someone tell me how to determine what needle valve I need for a 30 Roadster shock? I know it's not the pointer one. That was used only on 1928 A's.The square head was used until October of 1930. The hex head was used from November 30 until the end of A production. How do I tell what time...

Hey everyone I just pulled the rear shocks off my 30 Delux Roadster and there was absolutely no oil in either. They look ok (no obvious wear). Should I replace them or get a rebuild kit from one of the Model A suppliers.? As you all know they are pricey. Also can someone tell me how to...

New never installed 60 inch seat belts. Bought them for my Roadster but they are too short. All hardware is included. $55 and free shipping.

Anyone know how to install seatbelts in a 30 Roadster? Links to sites with videos would be helpful. Purchased a set from Macs that came with hardware but no installation instructions.

Just purchased a sweet 30 A Roadster that had a total frame off resto 2007-2011 and was garaged from then until I acquired it. My question is: did the Roadster have a smaller gas tank than the Coupe? I also have a 30 Coupe. Fuel gauges in both seem to function well but I've always kept a...

Looking for a little advice on how to adjust the fingers of the pressure plate in the car. Clutch and pressure plate are new. Well almost new. I thought I adjusted the pp fingers when I installed it but apparently I didn't. Instead of the proper 5/8" per Les Andrew's mine are around 3/8"...

Has anyone in the Barn ever had the good fortune of purchasing the shifter spring compressor tool from Ecklers? Sounds good and looks good in the catalog but it is a real chore to use without taking your head off. I finally got the old spring out without killing myself but I have had no luck...

I stopped by O'Reilly the other day and asked the guys if they had any 600 weight oil. They asked me what I had been smoking. Crazy huh?

Dumb question I'm sure but does anyone know how to replace the gas shutoff valve under the dash on the 30 A without draining the fuel tank? It appears to me that is the only way. If someone has a different method let me know. Thanks

I hope this is the proper place to ask this question. Has anyone ordered parts from a antique parts company called Smith & Jones Antique Auto Parts? They are located in West Columbia, South Carolina. Just asking because I placed an order with them and have received no correspondence from them in...

Does anyone know if there is a word limit to posts/quick replies. I am new to the site and trying to learn the ins and outs, dos and don'ts. A couple of times I have tried to post a quick reply to a thread only to find I had been disconnected or logged out of the Barn. I check to make sure my...

I have installed a new distributor complete with all new insides ie points, condensor etc. Have timed the engine a minimum of 3 times but the engine still has a hiccup (sputter) every few revolutions. The new original style distributor cap feels a little loose and doesn't fit as snug as the...

Got a little issue with a new Snyder's distributor that I received today. It seems that the lower shaft is not attached like the old one and will not stay put when I try to install it. Any thoughts as to what I'm doing wrong or a suggestion or two that might help?

Hello all Can someone tell me what the best exhaust/intake gaskets are. I have had a heck of a time getting my 30 A going after installing all new gaskets from the complete set from Mac's. I just pulled the intake and exhaust manifolds and the gaskets are shot. There is signs of leakage from all...

Hey ya'll, (I'm from Oklahoma what can I say) as I posted before, I just reinstalled the engine in my 30 A after a complete gasket/seal replacement short of the head gasket. I did not go into the belly of the beast, so to speak, just a clean up and new gaskets. She was running great before just...

Just got finished reinstalling my original 4 in my 30 A after replacing all seals and gaskets short of the head gasket. The old car was running great with no smoke but was leaking oil profusely from the rear main. Now it doesn't leak "profusely" from the rear main but still leaks. I cleaned all...

Hey all. I'm new to the Forums so bear with me. I am having issues with the 6 volt starter coil on my 30 A. I pulled the engine, replaced all seals and gaskets and reinstalled it. It was starting and running fine before but was leaking oil profusely. Hence pulling the engine and resealing. The...

I have a new rumble seat lid and curved panel with all hardware. Fits a 30-31 5 window coupe. It's never been installed and has very slight surface rust. It was in the 30's trunk when I bought it. Asking $350 plus shipping cost. New lid and panel is over $700. If you're looking to convert your...